The Niven is classic shirt-dress or shirt featuring a bib, grandad collar and cuffed sleeves. The dress has in-seam pockets.

All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated.

Skill level: Advanced

Fabric suggestions: Fabrics with a tight weave to help with sewing the fine detailing; light- to medium-weight wovens such as cotton poplin, cotton chambray, Indian handlooms, hemp/cotton, lightweight denim (4-6oz)  

Photos: Merchant & Mills