PDF Pattern - 1950s 'The Sunday Matinee' Dress with Gathered Skirt / Multiple Sizes

Pattern Description

The Sunday Matinee Dress captures the charm of mid-century style with a silhouette made for both daytime elegance and evening grace. A fitted bodice with bias neck binding and facings frames the neckline beautifully.

The full skirt, soft gathers on the sides for extra fullness, is perfect for swishing down theater aisles or strolling through town, while covered button add a polished finish. A side zipper and matching belt cinches the waist, highlighting the 1950s hourglass shape.

Whether paired with pearls and gloves for an afternoon show or dressed down with a cardigan for Sunday supper, the Sunday Matinee Dress is a versatile star of any wardrobe.

About

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

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

Recommended Fabrics

Voile, Dotted Swiss, Shantung, Crepe, Unsuitable for obvious diagonals.

Sewing Notions

12" Zipper, Five 5/8" Buttons, 1" Covered Buckle with Prong.  Optional:  Three Metal Eyelets for belt.

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