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Cotton child’s dress, c. 1887-1889. Courtesy of the Met.

Cotton child’s dress, c. 1887-1889. Courtesy of the Met.


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Left: Blue cotton faille dress from the 1950s. Right: Modern homecoming dress in light blue satin.Left: Blue cotton faille dress from the 1950s. Right: Modern homecoming dress in light blue satin.

Left: Blue cotton faille dress from the 1950s.

Right: Modern homecoming dress in light blue satin.


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Pattern: Vogue V9345. View C

Fabric: Liberty London Tana Lawn cotton - Pick a Posy green prints. Lining: Black silk crepe de chine

Modification: Added pockets. Lined bodice and skirt.

Notes: I have never had any issues with Vogue’s easy options patterns and this one is no exception. The instructions are clear and the pattern is well drafted. This classic shirtdress with a smart notched collar really looks more difficult than it really is. Note that even if you are adding lining, the facing pieces are still essential for the integrity and shall not be removed.

Possible improvement: Add belt hoops on the sides and back.


US Vogue June 1955❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

ModelBarbara Mullen in long-bodied dress of red and white checks in cotton by Nelly Don, hat by Madcaps, handbag from Bloomingdale.

Photo Leombruno-Bodi

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