1940s evening dresses

Butterick 4144; ca. 1947; Misses' Draped Dinner Dress. Dinner dress of fluid grace will make your entrance a dramatic one. Low square neck, front and back; the sleeves are artfully draped over a yoke lining; the fitted bodice creates a basque line; and the skirt is draped on the left side. Featured in Butterick Pattern Book, Early Summer 1947 Candy Goeller Patterns [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact…

Featured in McCall Magazine, January 1949 The Bride McCall 7500 -- The new high low flounce is a natural for her gown, it flows so gracefully into the train. It makes the back important, and wedding gown backs HAVE to look important The Bridesmaid 7505-- It's smart to have her dress repeat the lines of the bride's gown. So here is the high low flounce again, the scalloped neckline, and the basque points at the waist. The Train Bearer 7527 -- Her dress ensembles with the wedding gown and the…

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This easy-to-make evening dress from 1944 has the centre-front panel of the bodice in one with the full circular skirt. The rest of the bodice is joined at the lowered waistline. The Camisole style neckline can be finished with or without the draped shoulder sections. Bust 34 Hip 37 There are no suggested fabrics but something like: Silk crepe, Taffeta, Satin, Lace, Rayon satin would work Comes with Step by Step Instructions and a helpful sewing guide. Reproduction pattern - My…

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McCall 3513 | ca. 1939 Ladies' & Misses' Evening Dress

Simplicity Pattern 1878 - Strapless Party Dress, Evening Gown Size 14 Bust 32" Hip 35" Printed, uncut, factory folded, and instructions complete, in Very Good condition. Envelope in poor condition, but kept pattern protected. Rare vintage pattern to make a dreamy party or prom dress. "Junior Misses' and Misses' One-Piece Evening Dress in Two Lengths: The strapless bodice comes to a point slightly below the front waistline and the skirt is gathered all around. Feather boning holds up the…

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