Rita Swimsuit Sewing Pattern

The Rita swimsuit is a retro-inspired one-piece halter neck swimsuit with a plunging V-neckline, low-cut leg opening, and wrap-around front seams that create a slimming effect — no side seam needed. Sew it in swim jersey fabric and choose between two cup sizes and two leg heights to get the perfect fit.

Skill level 2–3/4

You have some sewing experience and are comfortable working with elastic edges and gathers.

Design options

• Two cup sizes
• Two leg heights
• Fabric or elastic leg opening finish
• Tankini option
• Halter neckline
• Instructions for adjusting trunk length
• Sizes US 0–16 / EU 30–46

What you need

• Swim jersey fabric
• Elastic
• One hook
• Swim-style lining (optional)
• Sewing thread

The pattern includes seam allowances

• Layered PDF with trimless pages
• Fully illustrated instructions
• Metric and imperial measurements
• A4 and Letter paper formats
• A0 printshop format

Pattern Specifications

• Pattern name: Rita Swimsuit
• Pattern type: PDF sewing pattern
• Garment type: One-piece swimsuit
• Neckline: Halter, deep V
• Leg opening: Low cut, two heights
• Fabric type: Swim jersey, stretch fabric
• Skill level: 2–3 out of 4
• Sizes: US 0–16 / EU 30–46
• Cup sizes: Two options included
• Closure: Hook at neckline
• Lining: Optional swim lining
• Print formats: A4, Letter, A0
• Measurements: Metric and imperial

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This is a digital PDF sewing pattern and not a physical product.

Upon purchase, you will receive immediate access to download the pattern files and sewing instructions. Print the pattern at home on A4/Letter paper or at a copy shop using the A0 large-format file.

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