Overview
Dressmaker is a 2026 cozy job simulation about running a dressmaking shop. It launched on September 21, 2026 and became the latest viral hit on Steam.
Dressmaker at a glance
- Developer: Cozy Lives · Publisher: Free Lives
- Released: September 21, 2026 on Windows and macOS (Steam)
- Price: $14.99 US base (the 10% launch discount ended after September 28)
- Reception: overwhelmingly positive; reached #9 on Steam’s top sellers and recouped development costs within 24 hours
How you play
- 1Take a commission from a townsperson.
- 2Measure the client.
- 3Design the dress.
- 4Buy and cut fabric — paying attention to grain, bias and pattern placement.
- 5Sew the pieces together and add decorations.
Frequently asked questions
Who made Dressmaker?
Cozy Lives developed it; Free Lives published it.
How much is Dressmaker?
$14.99 in the US; regional prices vary.
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