Mermaid Eight Gore Skirt Calculator

A gored skirt is made of trapezoidal panels called gores. These panels create a flared, flowing effect.

Gored skirts are a timeless fashion staple that offer both style and comfort. They feature trapezoidal panels, known as gores, sewn together to create a flattering silhouette. These skirts can vary in length and are often seen in knee-length or ankle-length styles.

The shape of the skirt allows for a full, flowing shape without excessive bulk at the waist. Gored skirts can be made from a variety of fabrics, including cotton, wool, and silk, making them versatile for different seasons and occasions. They are perfect for casual wear, office settings, or even formal events, depending on the fabric and embellishments used.

Measurements	Code	Value [cm]
		FILL IN
Waist circumference:	D
Hip circumference:	E
Hip depth:	N
Knee length:	O
Garment measurements
Skirt length:
Instructions for using the pattern calculator: * Add your measurements in the yellow cells from the "MEASUREMENTS" tab. The basic measurements needed for the pattern should be made by using the sketch from the same sheet and the measurement code (ex. A, B, C, etc.) * Press button "Calculate" * In the "RESULTS/INSTRUCTIONS" tab, the dimensions for the blocks will be computed automatically. By following the steps from "RESULTS/INSTRUCTIONS" and the drawing you will be easily able to make your own pattern. Good luck!

Line	Value [cm]	Instructions
W-F	100	Square down from point W and mark point F. Skirt length. Square on both sides from point F.
W-H	20.5	Take hip depth measurement and mark point H on W-F line. Square on both sides from point H.
W-K	55.5	Mark point K on W-F line. This is knee line. Square on both sides from point K.
W1-W2	10.5	Divide the measurement equally on both sides of W.
H1-H2	13.8	Divide the measurement equally on both sides of H.
K1-K2	13.8	Equal to H1-H2. Divide the measurement equally on both sides of K.
F1-F2	44	(Not a fixed measurement.) Divide the measurement equally on both sides of F.
K1-F3	44.5	Equal to K-F.
K2-F4	44.5	Equal to K-F.
		Waistband (the waistband extends above the natural waist):
W1-W3	2.5	Square up 2.5 cm from point W1 and mark point W3.
W2-W4	2.5	Square up 2.5 cm from point W2 and mark point W4.