1940s Pattern, Men's Jockey Style Boxer Shorts
1940s Jockey Boxer Shorts for Men
Why not go all out and wear vintage right down to your underpants? These men’s boxer shorts can be made with a deep curved front waistband, soft front pleats and a panel in back, with button tabs at the waist for a more custom fit. Or go for view 2, which are cut in two pieces with an elastic waistband at the back. Both styles are super comfortable and flattering.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Sewing Skill Level; Intermediate
Recommended Fabrics: Crepe, Satin, Cotton, Breathable Fabric.
Fabric Amount Guideline: Fabric amounts vary between 1.25 yds (1.2 meters) and 2.25 yds (2.05 meters) depending on width of fabric plus garment size and style. In addition 0.75 yds (0.7 meters) to 1.25 yds (1.2 meters) of 1¼" or ¾" elastic is also required. Please see the pattern back image for specific details Please see the pattern back image for specific details. Recommended Partners.
Size GuideWaist |
30" / 26.2 cm |
34" / 86.4 cm |
36" / 91.4 cm |
48" / 121.9 cm |
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If you select a Paper Pattern, you will receive a true to scale reproduction sewing pattern printed on A0 premium paper, along with instructions and a full colour front cover. Your pattern will arrive, in a clear re-sealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which may include age related wear and tear.
Sizes
Please note that the size number (e.g. size 12) on the reproduced vintage pattern will most likely be completely different to today's sizing. The further back in time you go, the smaller the clothes get, and you may have to adjust up another size or two.
Women
Sizes | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 |
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Bust | 76cm /30″ |
81cm /32″ |
86cm /34″ |
91cm /36″ |
96cm /38″ |
101cm /40″ |
106cm /42″ |
111cm /44″ |
116cm /46″ |
Waist | 59cm /23″ |
64cm /25″ |
69cm /27″ |
74cm /29″ |
79cm /31″ |
84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37″ |
99cm /39″ |
Hips | 84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37” |
99cm /39″ |
104cm /41″ |
109cm /43″ |
114cm /45″ |
119cm /47″ |
124cm /49″ |
Men
Sizes | XS | S | M | L | XL |
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Chest (at fullest) | 89.5cm / 35" | 97cm / 38" | 104.5cm / 51" | 112cm / 44" | 119.5cm / 47" |
Waist | 59cm / 23″ | 64cm / 25″ | 69cm / 27″ | 74cm / 29″ | 79cm / 31″ |
Hips | 84cm / 33″ | 89cm / 35″ | 94cm / 37” | 99cm / 39″ | 104cm / 41″ |
Sizes | Age 2 | Age 4 | Age 6 | Age 8 | Age 10 |
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Chest | 53cm / 21″ | 57cm / 22.5″ | 61cm / 24″ | 66cm / 26″ | 72cm / 28.5″ |
Waist | 52cm / 20.5″ | 54cm / 21.25″ | 58cm / 23″ | 61cm / 24″ | 63cm / 25″ |
Height | 95cm / 38″ | 104cm / 41″ | 116cm / 45.5″ | 128cm / 50.5″ | 140cm / 55 |