PDF Pattern - 1950's Cocktail Dress / Bust 37

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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.

Pattern Description

1950s pattern provides two styles of bodice, a wide shaped neckline and a cowl neckline.

Views 1 and 2 depict the wide, shaped neckline in front of a sleeveless bodice. Please note the draped bodice back has a deep "V" neckline.

View 3 highlights the bias-cut bodice with the cowl neckline.

Skirt is darted at sides for shaping and two pleats in front and back provide fullness. Pattern comes with directions for back bow and belt.

 Size Guide

Bust: 37
Waist: 28 1/2"
Hip (7" below waist): 39"
Back (Neck to waist): 16"

Finished Back Length of Dress: 47”

*Fits up to these measurements -- labeled as a 17, note this is a vintage size description, please reference measurements. 

Recommended Fabrics

Border prints, pique, cotton lace, organdy, polished cottons, silk crepe, taffeta, brocade, synthetics, blends.  Lining:  Cottons, taffeta, marquisette.

 Sewing Notions

Thread, seam binding, 1" belt backing or grosgrain ribbon
View 1 and 2: 12" neck-type zipper
View 3: 20" neck-type zipper and 3/4" metal weight

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