60s Elegant Evening Wear Pattern

This dress pattern comes in two lengths. The long torso dress has a dart fitted bodice and a four-piece gathered skirt in long or short length. The long dress is sleeveless and may be made in one or two fabrics. The short dress has set-in sleeves with elastic in the hems at the lower edges. The applied bow at the front may be of bodice fabric or ribbon. The dress also has centre back zipper.

Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern.

Sewing Skill Level: Intermediate 

Recommended Fabrics: Crepe, Synthetic Mixtures, Printed silk, Velvet, Satin. Not suitable for diagonal prints or diagonal weaves.

Fabric Amount Guideline: Fabric amounts vary from 1 1/4 yds (1.1 meters) to 6 yds (5.5 meters), depending on view. Please see the pattern back image for specific details. Check out our extensive range of fabrics from our Recommended Partners

Bust: 34" / 86.4cm Waist: 26" / 66cm Hips: 36" / 91.5cm

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.