Vintage 1950s Pattern, Sheath Dress, Bolero Effect
50s Bolero Dress
This is a smooth waisted sheath dress with buttoned bolero effect. Option A has Below-the-elbow sleeves with contrasting loose trimmed collar 'n cuffs. Option B has no collar 'n cuffs. Option C is a sleeveless version with a square neckline.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern.
Sewing Skill Level: Intermediate
Recommended Fabrics: Wool, Linen, Chambray, Rayon Flannel, Cotton. This style is not suitable for striped or plaid fabric or fabric with a diagonal weave.
Fabric Amount Guideline: Fabric amounts vary from 2 1/4 yds (2.1 meters), depending on view. Please see the pattern back image for specific details. Check out our extensive range of fabrics from our Recommended Fabric Partners
Size GuideBust: 34"/86cm Waist: 26"/66cm Hips: 36"/91cm
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.
Sizes
Please note that the size number (e.g. size 12) on the reproduced vintage pattern will most likely be completely different to today's sizing. The further back in time you go, the smaller the clothes get, and you may have to adjust up another size or two.
Women| 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust |
76cm /30″ |
81cm /32″ |
86cm /34″ |
91cm /36″ |
96cm /38″ |
101cm /40″ |
106cm /42″ |
111cm /44″ |
116cm /46″ |
| Waist |
59cm /23″ |
64cm /25″ |
69cm /27″ |
74cm /29″ |
79cm /31″ |
84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37″ |
99cm /39″ |
| Hips |
84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37” |
99cm /39″ |
104cm /41″ |
109cm /43″ |
114cm /45″ |
119cm /47″ |
124cm /49″ |
| Sizes | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (at fullest) | 89.5cm / 35" | 97cm / 38" | 104.5cm / 51" | 112cm / 44" | 119.5cm / 47" |
| Waist | 59cm / 23″ | 64cm / 25″ | 69cm / 27″ | 74cm / 29″ | 79cm / 31″ |
| Hips | 84cm / 33″ | 89cm / 35″ | 94cm / 37” | 99cm / 39″ | 104cm / 41″ |
| Sizes | Age 2 | Age 4 | Age 6 | Age 8 | Age 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 53cm / 21″ | 57cm / 22.5″ | 61cm / 24″ | 66cm / 26″ | 72cm / 28.5″ |
| Waist | 52cm / 20.5″ | 54cm / 21.25″ | 58cm / 23″ | 61cm / 24″ | 63cm / 25″ |
| Height | 95cm / 38″ | 104cm / 41″ | 116cm / 45.5″ | 128cm / 50.5″ | 140cm / 55 |
