1950s Bubble Hem Party Dress / PDF Pattern

Make a show-stopping entrance in this unforgettable 1950s bubble silhouette party dress, where classic elegance meets playful drama.

The sculptural bubble hem creates irresistible movement and a chic, fashion-forward look that feels both bold and beautifully refined. By the late 1950s, this silhouette became a favorite for cocktail parties, proms, and evening wear, with The New York Times declaring it “one of the prettiest dance fashions for evening” in 1958.

Flirty, glamorous, and designed to turn heads, this is mid-century magic at its most fun.

View 1 has set-in sleeves and shaped, self fabric tie ends.

View 2 is sleeveless and has self fabric shoulder bows.

About Our PDF Patterns

This is a PDF of a vintage pattern available to download and print at home on 8.5 x 11 paper. The file will be delivered electronically via a link sent automatically to the email used during the purchase transaction.

The digital files include: a PDF pattern of full-scale pieces and step-by-step sewing instructions.

Please review document titled "READ FIRST..." to select proper print settings. Proper print settings are a must to ensure accurate sizing of printed pattern.

This same pattern is available in a full-scale paper pattern here

Size Guide

Bust: 38"
Waist: 30"
Hip: 40"

*Fits up to these measurements -- labeled as a 18, note this is a vintage size description, please reference measurements.

Recommended Fabrics

Cottons and Blends:  cotton satin, brocade, velveteen.  Linen.  Rayons, Silks, and Synthetics: surah, taffeta, faille, satin, peau de soie

Notions

Thread, 16" neck type zipper, bias seam binding

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