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From the Vintage Pattern Wiki: Butterick 9427; ca. 1960; Misses’ Quick ‘N Easy Dress. Soft dress with bias cut bodice and skirt, shaped cowl collar continuing into a shoulder bow, self-belt. (A) Short sleeves cut in one with bodice. (B) Sleeveless.
I really like the sleek lines on this pattern, however I don’t know how I feel about the gathered (undefined?) skirt. I’ll have to take a closer look at the pattern, but I will probably change those to darts.
This is so elegant and lovely, I think it’s going to look gorgeous on you!
I don’t see a gathered skirt. I think you will find it is either bias cut, or A-line panels with the grain line up the middle of each. Either way, smooth at the waist.
Oh I see, Cherry, I guess the belt in these pictures is covering it, but I thought there was very little waist definition. I haven’t actually checked the pattern yet, but A-line seems about right.
I agree, the wait looks a-line to me…the belt in the drawing makes it hard to see. I bet fabric choice – especially how much drape the fabric has – will be key to making this dress.
Oh! This is so nice! I love the drapey collar! So cute!
I actually gasped and went “Ooh” when I saw this. Nice acquisition.