Hi there, crochet lovers! Today’s project is a funky throwback straight from the 70’s – a Retro Bralette crochet pattern. Creating this has been a beautiful journey down memory lane, reminding me of the carefree, boho-inspired fashion of those times. The feel of the yarn and the rhythm of the hooks took me back to the age of bell bottoms, peace signs, and classic vinyl records.
This bralette pattern carries a vintage vibe but with a modern twist, making it a stylish piece that radiates boho-chic. Don’t be scared off by the intricate look, though. It’s reasonably simple to create, making it a delightful project for novice crocheters wanting to try their hand at garment patterns, as well as experienced artisans searching for a fun, nostalgia-filled project.
So dust off your crochet hooks and get ready to radiate some retro vibes!
Designer: Silvi Sunflower
Materials & Tools
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn (100% Acryl – Hobbi Amigo (50 g/175 m) Blue (32), Purple (59), Yellow (35)
- Sewing needle
- Scissors
Notes
- The model wears size XL
- S (cup 14 cm length) corresponds approximately sie Cup AA
- M (cup 16 cm length) corresponds approximately sie Cup A
- L (cup 18 cm length) corresponds approximately sie Cup B
- XL (cup 20 cm length) corresponds approximately sie Cup C
Abbreviations
Hdc – half double crochet
St – stitch
Ch – chain
Sl st – slip stitch
Inc – increase
Cup x2
The yarn can be cut after each color change.
Use blue yarn.
17 ch
“Basic Row”
Start in the 3rd ch from the hook:
15 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 1: 15 hdc
At the end of the basic row into the 2 ch: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc.
Continue on the page of the ch series, 15 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 2: 16 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
16 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 3: 17 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
17 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 4: 18 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
18 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 5: 19 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
19 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Color change for S to purple.
Row 6: 20 hdc, below the ch oof the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
20 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 7: 21 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
21 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Color change for S to yellow
Color change for M to purple
Row 8: 22 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
22 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 9: 23 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
23 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Continue crocheting for size M, L nd XL.
For size S stop here.
Color change for M to yellow
Color change for L and XL to purple
Row 10: 24 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc, 24 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 11: 25 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc, 25 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Continue crochet for size L and XL
For size M stop here
Color change for L and XL to yellow
Row 12: 26 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc, 26 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 13: 27 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc
27 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Continue crochet for size XL
For size L stop here
Color change to purple
Row 14: 28 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc, 27 hdc, 1 ch and turn
Row 15: 29 hdc, below the ch of the previous round: 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc, 28 hdc, 1 ch and turn
In purple.
Crochet cups together: turn both cups inside out. Turn the cups over so that the top of each cup is facing down. Start crocheting on the upper right side of one of the cups. 2 ch, crochet in hdc along the entire bottom side. When you reach the end of the bottom side of the first cup, place the second cup next to the first and crochet 1 sl st, 2 ch. Crochet in hdc until to the end of the second cup.
Border
In turquoise.
Turn the cups back to the outside. The cup tips are still facing you. Start crocheting on the upper right side. Skip 5 sts between the two cups (=10 st)
*1 sl st, 3 ch – crochet 1 sl st in the 3rd ch from the hook, 1 sl st**
Repeat from * to **, until you get to where you left off.
Tapes and Straps x4
In yellow.
Crochet a chain of ch stitches with a length of approx:
Siz S – 30 cm
Size M – 35 cm
Size L – 40 cm
Size XL – 45 cm
At the end of the row crochet 1 ch.
Crochet in hdc back to the beginning.
You have a total of 2 straps and 2 bands.
Sew the ribbons once on the right and once on the left inner side of the cups. Approximately at the level of te purple stripe that connects both cups. Make sure you sew the band behind the border.
Sew the straps to the tops of the cups. Again, make sure you sew the straps behind the border.
Assembly
Sew all remaining threads hidden on the inner side of the bra.