Closet Core Patterns : Pietra Pants & Shorts

Part of the Rome Collection, the Pietra Pants & Shorts are the best of both worlds; a flat front, high-waisted silhouette with the comfort of an elastic waist in the back. Featuring lengthening panels in the front with slanted hip pockets and a hidden waist stay, they are so comfortable you’ll never want to take them off.

Choose between four leg styles: a wide leg in floor-skimming or cropped length (View A), a slim and tapered leg (View B), or gently flared shorts (View C).

Women's sizes 0 - 20

Recommended Fabric

This pattern can be made with a variety of fabrics depending on the desired effect. For a more defined shape, use structured wovens such as linen, chambray, or lightweight denim or twill (heavyweight wovens may create too much volume at the elastic waist). For a swishy, glamorous look, use rayon challis, tencel, or silk.

Fabric Requirements
View A - Full Length Pants
45" : 3 1/4 - 3 1/2 yards
58" : 2 1/2 - 2 3/4 yards

View B - Cropped Pants
45" : 2 1/2 - 3 yards
58" : 2 - 2 1/2 yards

View C - Shorts
45" : 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 yards
58" : 1 14 yards

Notions
1 yard of 2" wide elastic, 1/4 yard fusible interfacing