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Folkwear 1930's Day Dress #249
Misses XS-3XL
In the late 1930s, the glamor and glitz of Hollywood were a distraction from the often grim realities of everyday life. As Americans began to pull out of the Great Depression, they watched and mimicked the fun and fancy ways of the wealthy the best they could. World War II was yet to come and US citizens reveled in an upbeat, although naive, mood.
Fashion towards the end of the decade combined the frugality of the lean Depression years with touches of Hollywood extravagance. This practical dress uses fabric economically, yet still looks chic and trendy.
View A, drafted from an original dress (circa 1939) features a round neck with collar points and peplum cleverly cut on the straight grain but with the slimming look of a bias cut. It has a back zipper, dropped waistline, and short sleeves. The unpressed tucks in the front eliminate the need for bust darts and creates a fashionable broad-shouldered look of the period.
View B is the designer's variation of the original design. It has a more casual look, with buttoned front bodice, flounce collar and sleeves, back zipper and eyelash pockets with flounce pocket bands.
Both dresses have a slightly flared skirt that is very flattering.
Suggested fabrics: Rayon, medium-weight silk, microfiber, or other fabrics with drape. View B is particularly attractive in small-print fabrics with sheer flounces.
• Brand | Folkwear Historical Patterns |
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• Pattern Type | Printed Paper Pattern |
• Suggested Fabric | Wovens |
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