Say “I do” to the Bridal Bodice, a knitted bralette pattern inspired by the romance of a wedding dress and the allure of the sea. With a rib pattern that flows into a shell-like fan, and a sweetheart neckline reminiscent of ocean waves, this design will transport you to uncharted waters. Bust darts are incorporated into the entrancing stitch pattern to enhance your curves and sculpt the bust with a timeless, feminine shape.

With the option to make this top in a 3x1 traveling rib pattern or in Stockinette Stitch with princess lines, the Bridal Bodice is as versatile as it is enchanting. You could even think about adding on a skirt to make it into a dress? Whether you’re making it for a special occasion or simply to feel like your most magical self, this whimsical pattern will bring out your inner Siren.

This pattern was inspired by my wedding dress that I made here ;)

Construction:

This bodice is seamlessly knitted in the round from the bottom up, using the same size needle throughout. Increases and decreases form the pattern as well as create the darts, while short rows are used to shape the neckline. The top is finished with a folded over picot hem, that is seamed to the inside of the bodice. Straps are then knitted on last using custom placement.

Length Options:

There are 3 length options in the pattern, Short (Medium, Long) for a finished side length measurement of 6 (7.25, 8.75) in / 15 (18, 22) cm. This top is intended to fit as a crop top, and I would recommend choosing a length based on your underarm to natural waist measurement, or by measuring a crop top you like the length of.

Yardage & Sizing:

370 (385, 400, 415, 430) (445, 460, 475, 490) (505, 530, 545) yards / 340 (350, 365, 380 395) (405, 420, 435, 450) (460, 485, 500) meters of Fingering Weight Yarn for the Medium Length, -/+ 20% for the Short/Long Length

to fit a 30.5 (33, 35.5, 37.5, 40) (42.5, 44.5, 47, 49.5) (52, 54, 56.5) in / 77 (84, 90, 95, 102) (108, 113, 119, 126) (132, 137, 144) cm Bust

Photo tutorials are included for all special techniques used, as well as links to tutorials for all other techniques.

Enjoy!