13-piece digitally-drafted pattern originally by Butterick, the original pattern had writing in pencil which read: 'Wedding dress June 12, 1931 lace over flat crepe.'
This sweet design is LOADED with options! The bodice is marked for a daytime and evening front neckline option, as well as three neckline options at the bodice back; a V- or U-neck for daytime and a low V-neck for evening. The bodice is also marked for a sleeveless option if long sleeves are not desired. The skirt may be cut long in one length or rounded at each skirt hem. A shorter daytime hem is also given.
¾” is allowance at shoulder and underarm (side) seams to permit alteration. 3/8” is allowed on all other edges.
Best fabrics for this design: VIEWS A & B – Silk Crepe, Satin, Sheer or light weight velvet, Sheer metallic, Taffeta, Heavy Sheer Crepes, Crepe de Chine, Moiré in rayons, Celanese or Bemberg or any fabric previously suggested. VIEW C – Silk Crepe, Crepe de Chine, Sheer metallic with skirt of Sheer or Light Weight Velvet to Match or Harmonize, or Silk Crepe or Satin in Plain, Print or Novelty with Plain to Harmonize. VIEW D – Any Fabric suggested for other Views except Taffeta, Moiré and Metallics.
Sizes:
Size set A fitting 15-20 (33" to 38" bust, 27-1/2" to 32" waist, 36" to 41" hip).
Size set B fitting 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip).
