1950s Sewing Pattern, Dress, Back Pleats - Bust 40" (102cm)
1950s Sewing Pattern, Dress, Back Pleats - Bust 40" (102cm)
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Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
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Dawn & Team
50s Elegant Gown Pattern
This sophisticated Vogue design for a (wedding) gown or evening dress features a one-piece dress. There are two variations: a four -piece skirt with a straight front, and flare from released box pleats in back. Skirt joins the bodice at waistline under belt. Diagonal darts below the V neckline release bust fullness. Separate shaped tie, optional. Long fitted and three quarter push up sleeves.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Sizes
Sizes
Size: 40 (Vintage size)
Bust: 40” (102cm)
Hips: 43” (109cm)
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
Thread, buckle, buttonhole, twist, zipper, belting, hooks and eyes, snap fasteners, ribbon seam binding.
Fabric Amounts
Fabric Amounts
YARDAGE
Striped or plaid fabrics are not suitable.
VIEW A
39” Without Nap|, 4 3/8 yds.
45” Without Nap|, 3 ¾ yds.
VIEW B
39” With Nap*, 4 ½ yds.
39” Without Nap|, 4 3/8 yds.
54” Without Nap|, 3 ¼ yds.
SKIRT STAY
39”, ½ yd.
BELT INTERAFCING
25” Hair Canvas, ¼ yd.
¾” Grosgrain belting for inside belt, 1 yd.
22” Zipper for back opening.
LENGTH of Dress at centre-back from natural neck-line, 47 ½”
WIDTH at lower edge of Dress in size 16 is 82 ½” (about 2 ¼ yds.).
3” Hem allowed
*With nap, pile or one-way design.
| Without nap or pile or with a two-way design.
SHOULDER SHAPES – Use Vogue Pattern 7503
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
Crepe, Shantung, Tissue taffeta, Satin, Rayon or silk sheer, Faille crepe, Surah, Wool crepe. Sheer woollen, Lightweight wool 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 resealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which will include age-related wear and tear.
