1940s Retro Classic Tea Dress

Tea Dresses aren't just for tea-time dressing! This delightful tea dress can be styled up or down.  Team it with a biker jacket , chunky trainers and off you go for that bold day-time look!  Sooo feminine with colourful prints and blooming florals. With buttoned yoke comprising of a bodice with round neckline, has front and back yoke and sleeves cut in one, fitted to full skirt with tucks. Left side features opening and back-buttoned yoke. A wonderful, versatile staple to any wardrobe.

Offered here as; Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.

Sewing Skill Level: Intermediate 

Recommended Fabrics Cottons, Poly-viscose blended, Cotton-spandex blended.

Fabric Amount Guideline: Fabric amounts vary between 3.6 yds (3.3 metres) and 4.6 yds (4.2 metres), depending on size and views. Please see the pattern back image for specific details. Check out the extensive range of fabrics from our Recommended  Partners.

Bust: 34" (86.4cm) Waist: 28" (71.1cm) Hips: 37" (94cm)

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.