This dress has been designed with negative ease and waist shaping so it will give a stretched rib effect when worn rather than a bulky cable look. Please knit your correct size, which will look smaller than your actual size but, when stretched, should match your size.

If you prefer a looser fit I would suggest knitting a size larger. Please check the actual measurements section of this pattern to help you decide which size to knit. If you wish to use an alternative yarn, please make sure the yarn has sufficient stretch to it.