1940s Button Front Dress Sewing Pattern – Roll Collar, Bust 40″

A smart 1940s dress with a button-front bodice shaped along the lower edge at both the front and back. A neat roll collar and short sleeves complete the bodice, giving the dress a clean, tailored appearance.

The skirt is constructed in three sections, with inset pockets positioned either side of the centre-front panel just below the shaped bodice. This unusual pocket placement works neatly with the lines of the dress and adds a practical period detail.

The original pattern does not give specific fabric recommendations, but cotton, viscose (rayon), linen and similar light to medium-weight woven fabrics would all work well.

The pattern is sized to fit a 40″ (102 cm) bust, 33″ (84 cm) waist and 43″ (109 cm) hip.

The pattern includes basic step-by-step instructions together with helpful sewing tips.

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