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      Dawn & Gill

        Elegant 50s Gown Pattern

        This elegant Vogue design for a (wedding) gown or evening dress features a pleated front skirt section is cut in one with bodice extension bands. Flared skirt side fronts and back join the elongated bodice. Front extension bands continue above the wide, low neckline. Three quarter length push up sleeves or short sleeves

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

        Size Guide

        Bust: 32” (81cm)
        Waist: 26.5” (67cm)
        Hips: 35” (89cm)
        Back Length to Waistline: 16.25”/41cm Sleeve Length: 17”/43cm

        Sewing Notions

        Thread, matching ribbon seam binding, zipper.

        Fabric Amount Guide

        YARDAGE
        No allowance for matching plaid or stripes.
        VIEW A
        39” Without Nap|, 5 ½ yds.
        54” Without Nap|, 3 5/8 yds.
        VIEW B
        35” Without Nap|, 6 yds.
        39” Without Nap|, 4 7/8 yds.
        48” Without Nap|, 4 1/8 yds.
        INTERFACING
        35” lawn or taffeta, 3/8 yd.
        12” Dress Placket zipper LENGTH of Dress at centre-back from natural neck-line, 45 ½”
        WIDTH at lower edge of Dress in size 16 is 142” (about 3 7/8 yds.).
        3” Hem allowed
        | Without nap or pile or with a two-way design.

        Recommended Fabrics

        Taffeta, Barathea, Peau de soie, Shantung, Faille, Surah, Crepe, wool crepe, Lightweight woollen, Cotton broadcloth, Pique, Linen. See our Fabric Partners

        Skill Level

        Intermediate

        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.