1950s Over-Bodice Summer Dress Sewing Pattern

This 1950s dress has an unusual over-bodice design, a shaped neckline and a fitted waist, with a panelled skirt giving plenty of shape through the lower half.

The dress can be made with or without the matching belt, giving you two slightly different ways to finish the waist.

Suitable fabrics include silk, cotton, rayon and linen.

To fit a 32 in (81 cm) bust and 25 in (63.5 cm) waist.

The pattern includes period step-by-step instructions together with a helpful sewing guide.

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