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40s Pretty Lingerie
If not a slip then a nightdress. The upper front section of the slip is styled with darts and joins to an inset. The back is cut in one piece. The flared skirt is seamed down the centre front and back. Shoulder straps support the slip. Style I, is trimmed with top-stitching and has a faced upper front section. In Style II, lace outlines the upper and lower edges.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download
Sizes
Sizes
Bust 32” (81.3cm)
Waist 26” (66.1cm)
Hips 35” (89cm)
Finished back length from base of neck to hem of Slip, 43.5"
Width around lower edge of Slip, 65"
5/8" TURN UP FOR HEM
Bust 34” (86.4cm)
Waist 28” (71.2cm)
Hips 37” (93.4cm)
Finished back length from base of neck to hem of Slip, 44"
Width around lower edge of Slip, 67"
5/8" TURN UP FOR HEM
Bust 36” (91.5cm)
Waist 30” (76.2cm)
Hips 39” (99.1cm)
Finished back length from base of neck to hem of Slip, 44.5"
Width around lower edge of Slip, 69"
5/8" TURN UP FOR HEM
Bust 38” (96.5cm)
Waist 32” (81cm)
Hips 41” (104cm)
Finished back length from base of neck to hem of Slip, 45"
Width around lower edge of Slip, 71 1/4"
5/8" TURN UP FOR HEM
International Pattern Size Chart
International Pattern Size Chart
| Vintage Pattern Size | Bust (inches) | Bust (cm) | UK Size | France Size | Germany Size | Italy Size | Spain Size | US / Canada Size |
| 12 | 30 | 76.2 | 4 – 6 | 34 | 32 | 38 | 34 | 0 – 2 |
| 14 | 32 | 81.3 | 6 – 8 | 36 | 34 | 40 | 36 | 2 – 4 |
| 16 | 34 | 86.4 | 8 – 10 | 38 | 36 | 42 | 38 | 4 – 6 |
| 18 | 36 | 91.4 | 10 – 12 | 40 | 38 | 44 | 40 | 6 – 8 |
| 20 | 38 | 96.5 | 12 – 14 | 42 | 40 | 46 | 42 | 8 – 10 |
| 40 | 40 | 101.6 | 14 – 16 | 44 | 42 | 48 | 44 | 10 – 12 |
| 42 | 42 | 106.7 | 16 – 18 | 46 | 44 | 50 | 46 | 12 – 14 |
| 44 | 44 | 111.8 | 18 – 20 | 48 | 46 | 52 | 48 | 14 – 16 |
| 46 | 46 | 116.8 | 20 – 22 | 50 | 48 | 54 | 50 | 16 – 18 |
| 48 | 48 | 121.9 | 22 – 24 | 52 | 50 | 56 | 52 | 18 – 20 |
| 50 | 50 | 127 | 24 – 26 | 54 | 52 | 58 | 54 | 20 – 22 |
| 52 | 52 | 132.1 | 26 – 28 | 56 | 54 | 60 | 56 | 22 – 24 |
| 54 | 54 | 137.2 | 28 – 30 | 58 | 56 | 62 | 58 | 24 – 26 |
Use the size chart above to find your closest modern-day size equivalent in the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the USA or Canada, using your bust measurement in inches or centimetres.
How to Measure Your Bust
- Wear a well-fitting bra.
- Wrap a measuring tape around the fullest part of your bust.
- Keep the tape level across your back and comfortably snug, without pulling it tight.
- Record your measurement in inches or centimetres and compare it with our size chart.
For the best fit, always choose your pattern size based on your body measurements, not your usual shop size. Always check your bust measurement before ordering!
For more information about how pattern sizes can slightly vary between brands and decade, how to measure yourself, what is ease etc, please visit our Vintage Sizing Explained.
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
STYLE I AND II:- 2 spools of thread.
Fabric Amounts
Fabric Amounts
Bust 32”
STYLE I
35" fabric, 2 1/2 yds.
39" fabric, 2 1/4 yds.
41" fabric, 2 1/8 yds.
STYLE II
35" fabric, 2 3/8 yds.
39" fabric, 2 1/4 yds.
41" fabric, 2 1/8 yds.
LACE
1 1/2" wide, 3 3/8 yds.
Bust 34”
STYLE I
35" fabric, 2 5/8 yds.
39" fabric, 2 3/8 yds.
41" fabric, 2 1/4yds.
STYLE II
35" fabric, 2 1/2 yds.
39" fabric, 2 3/8 yds.
41" fabric, 2 ¼ yds.
LACE
1 1/2" wide, 3 1/2 yds.
Bust 36”
STYLE I
35" fabric, 2 3/4 yds.
39" fabric, 2 1/2 yds.
41" fabric, 2 3/8 yds.
STYLE II
35" fabric, 2 5/8 yds.
39" fabric, 2 1/2 yds.
41" fabric, 2 3/8 yds.
LACE
1 1/2" wide, 3 5/8 yds.
Bust 38"
STYLE I
35" fabric, 2 7/8 yds.
39" fabric, 2 5/8 yds.
41" fabric, 2 1/2 yds.
STYLE II
35" fabric, 2 3/4 yds.
39" fabric, 2 5/8 yds.
41" fabric, 2 1/2 yds.
LACE
1 1/2" wide, 3 3/4 yds.
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Yards to Centimeter
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ⅛ yard | 11.4cm |
| ¼ yard | 22.9cm |
| ⅓ yard | 30.5cm |
| ⅜ yard | 34.3cm |
| ½ yard | 45.7cm |
| ⅝ yard | 57.2cm |
| ⅔ yard | 61cm |
| ¾ yard | 68.6cm |
| 1 yard | 91.4cm |
| 1¼ yard | 114.3cm |
| 1½ yard | 137.2cm |
| 1¾ yard | 160cm |
| 2 yards | 182.9cm |
| 2¼ yards | 205.7cm |
| 2½ yards | 228.6cm |
| 2¾ yards | 251.5cm |
| 3 yards | 274.3cm |
| 3½ yards | 320cm |
| 4 yards | 365.8cm |
Inches to Millimeters/Centimeter
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ⅛" | 3mm |
| ¼" | 6mm |
| ⅓" | 8mm |
| ⅜" | 10mm |
| ½" | 12mm |
| ⅝" | 16mm |
| ⅔" | 17mm |
| ¾" | 19mm |
| 1" | 2.5cm |
| 1¼" | 3.2cm |
| 1½" | 3.8cm |
| 1¾" | 4.4cm |
| 2" | 5.1cm |
| 2¼" | 5.7cm |
| 2½" | 6.4cm |
| 2¾" | 7.0cm |
| 3" | 7.6cm |
| 3¼" | 8.25cm |
| 3½" | 8.9cm |
| 4" | 10.2cm |
| 4½" | 11.4cm |
| 5" | 12.7cm |
| 5½" | 14cm |
| 6" | 15.2cm |
| 7" | 17.8cm |
| 8" | 20.3cm |
| 9" | 22.9cm |
| 10" | 25.4cm |
| 11" | 28cm |
| 12" | 30.5cm |
Roll Width (Inches to Centimeters)
| Imperial | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 35" | 88.9cm |
| 36" | 91.44cm |
| 38" | 96.52cm |
| 39" | 99.06cm |
| 42" | 106.68cm |
| 48" | 121.92cm |
| 54" | 137.16cm |
Seam Allowances
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ¼" | 6mm |
| ⅜" | 10mm |
| ½" | 12mm |
| ⅝" | 16mm |
| ¾" | 19mm |
Recommended Fabrics
Recommended Fabrics
Taffeta, Silk, Satin, Crepe, Cotton, Nylon, Rayon Jersey or Cotton Lawn. See our Fabric Partners
Skill Level
Skill Level
Intermediate
What You Will Receive
What You Will Receive
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!

I can't wait to make something from this lovely pattern. Thank you for making this vintage patterns available to us modern sewers!
Just as described , thank you !
cute and it was dispatched really quickly xx
Bonjour j’ai bien reçu mon colis je vous remercie beaucoup pour vôtre efficacité à bientôt Nathalie
1940's Sewing Pattern, Women's Full Length Slip - Multi-sizes
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I can't wait to make something from this lovely pattern. Thank you for making this vintage patterns available to us modern sewers!
Just as described , thank you !
cute and it was dispatched really quickly xx
Bonjour j’ai bien reçu mon colis je vous remercie beaucoup pour vôtre efficacité à bientôt Nathalie
1940's Sewing Pattern, Women's Full Length Slip - Multi-sizes