Stay cool in this alluring knit bralette that’s perfect when the temperature rises. Worked flat and in the round, this brioche bralette features a twisted rib band and i-cord straps. We’ve designed it in a neutral tone from Patons Grace, but the pattern would be equally attractive in any shade that’s flattering on you. Make a few in different colors to match all your summertime looks.

Sizing Notes:

To fit bust measurement:

• XS/S 28-34” 71-86.5 cm
• M 36-38” 91.5-96.5 cm
• L 40-42” 101.5-106.5 cm
• XL 44-46” 112-117 cm
• 2/3XL 48-54” 122-137 cm
• 4/5XL 56-62” 142-157.5 cm

Finished bust measurement
Note: Bralette should have approx 6”-10” 15 - 25.5 cm of negative ease for close fit, or more in larger sizes.

• XS/S 26” 66 cm
• M 30” 76 cm
• L 34” 86.5 cm
• XL 38” 96.5 cm
• 2/3XL 44” 112 cm
• 4/5XL 50” 127 cm

Needles

3 sets of needles needed:

• US 3 (3.25mm) circular needles
• US 6 (4mm) circular needles
• US 2.5 (3mm) double-pointed needles for straps

2 Gauges:
20 sts and 50 rows = 4” 10 cm in Brioche Pat on smaller needles.
19 sts and 30 rows = 4” 10 cm in Twisted Rib on larger needles.

Pattern note:

Bralette is worked in 1 piece in the round until armhole shaping and is divided into Left front, Right Front and Back at that point.

The wrap (yarn over) created by Sl1yo does not count as a separate st and should be treated as 1 st along with slipped st it accompanies.