Simplicity Afternoon and Evening Dress and Bolero S3082

Buy the S3082 Afternoon and Evening Dress and Bolero sewing pattern from Simplicity. Vintage Simplicity 1950's evening dress in two lengths and bolero sewing pattern. The full-skirted dress featuring princess lines that can be pointed up with a ribbon belt. It is either strapless or has narrow straps. Both boleros feature kimono sleeves and a soft rolled collar. Version A is short sleeved, trimmed with bias. The three-quarter sleeve in Version B has a rolled cuff. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts.

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Suggested fabrics: Version A: Faille, Gingham, Pique, Rayon, Sharkskin, Taffeta. Version B: Cotton, Faille, Pique, Rayon, Taffeta. Bolero: Cotton, Rayon Lace.

Note: Extra fabric may be needed for plaids or stripes, one-way design fabrics, or shrinkage.

Sizing: K5 (8-10-12-14-16) Y5 (18-20-22-24-26) which is approx. UK sizes K5 (6-12), Y5 (14-24). based on our standardised size chart. Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

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