1950s Pattern, Evening Skirt, Top & Bolero Jacket, Wedding Gown - Bust 33” (83.8cm)
1950s Pattern, Evening Skirt, Top & Bolero Jacket, Wedding Gown - Bust 33” (83.8cm)
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Dawn & Team
Multi-Purpose Gown with Bolero Pattern
Skirt in Daytime and Evening Lengths, Separate Bodice and Bolero. Beautiful as a Wedding, Bridal Gown: Fitted bodice may be worn strapless or with narrow tie straps over shoulder. Net trims upper edge of bodice, View 1. Net over-skirt and underskirt, View 1 and skirt, View 2, are gathered at waistline. Bolero, View 2, has a low U neckline and three-quarter sleeves.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Sizes
Sizes
Size: 15 (Vintage size)
Bust: 33” (83.8cm)
Waist: 27” (68.6cm)
Hips: 36” (91.4cm)
Length View 1 Skirt and Overskirt: 41 ¾” (106.1cm)
Finished Length of View 2 Skirt: 28 ¾” (73.1cm)
Finished Back Length of Bodice: 21 ¼” (54cm)
Finished Back Length of Bolero: 14 ¼” (36.2cm)
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
VIEW 1-2:- 2 spools Thread. SKIRT VIEW 1-2:- 2 spools Thread. BOLERO VIEW 2:- 2 spools Thread: Rounded Shoulder Pads.
Fabric Amounts
Fabric Amounts
FABRIC REQUIRED – Extra Fabric is required for plaids and napped fabrics.
Size: 15 (Vintage size)
VIEW 1 – BODICE
35” or 39” fabric with or without nap, 1 yd.
VIEW 1 – OVERSKIRT AND TRIM
72” net, 3 ¾ yds.
VIEW 1 – UNDERSKIRT
35” fabric, 5 yds.
39” fabric, 4 7/8 yds.
VIEW 2 – SKIRT AND BODICE
35” fabric, 4 5/8 yds.
39” fabric, 4 ½ yds.
50” fabric, 3 5/8 yds.
VIEW 2 – BOLERO
35” fabric with or without nap, 1 ¾ yds.
39” fabric with or without nap, 1 5/8 yds.
Width of Lower Edge of Skirt, 135”
Width Lower Edge Overskirt, 212”
12” separable zipper for Bodice. 7” zipper for back of skirt. 2” Hem on Skirt View 2.
VIEW 1 – BODICE FACINGS – ¼ yd. of 35” or 39” fabric.
BOLERO INTERFACING – 5/8 yd. of 25” sheer canvas.
FEATHERBONING (OPTIONAL) – 2 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
Bodice: Cotton, velveteen, silk, velvet. Overskirt: Net. Skirt: Cotton silk, View 2, Skirt: Cotton, taffeta, Bodice: Cotton, taffeta, Bolero: Cotton, velveteen, faille velvet. See our Fabric Partners
Skill Level
Skill Level
Intermediate
What You Will Receive
What You Will Receive
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.
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Lovely pattern, makes a lovely dress! I do think there may have been an issue with the scale of some of the printing, as some pieces didn't seem to quite fit with others, but once I realised this, it wasn't too bad to work around.
1950s Pattern, Evening Skirt, Top & Bolero Jacket, Wedding Gown - Bust 33” (83.8cm)
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Great quality and quick shipping
Lovely pattern, makes a lovely dress! I do think there may have been an issue with the scale of some of the printing, as some pieces didn't seem to quite fit with others, but once I realised this, it wasn't too bad to work around.
1950s Pattern, Evening Skirt, Top & Bolero Jacket, Wedding Gown - Bust 33” (83.8cm)
Great quality and quick shipping
Lovely pattern, makes a lovely dress! I do think there may have been an issue with the scale of some of the printing, as some pieces didn't seem to quite fit with others, but once I realised this, it wasn't too bad to work around.
1950s Pattern, Evening Skirt, Top & Bolero Jacket, Wedding Gown - Bust 33” (83.8cm)
- 5 stars: 2 (67%)
- 4 stars: 1 (33%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
Great quality and quick shipping
Lovely pattern, makes a lovely dress! I do think there may have been an issue with the scale of some of the printing, as some pieces didn't seem to quite fit with others, but once I realised this, it wasn't too bad to work around.
1950s Pattern, Evening Skirt, Top & Bolero Jacket, Wedding Gown - Bust 33” (83.8cm)