Folkwear Garden Party Dress in 2 Lengths Sewing Pattern # 220 sizes XS-2XL

Folkwear sewing pattern number 220
Garden Party Dress
Pattern includes sizes XS, SM, MD, LG, XL and 2XL
Pattern condition: Uncut, factory folded and complete with instructions

~ Item for sale is a sewing pattern, not a finished garment ~

The bodice of Folkwear's Garden Party Dress reflects the less constricting tailoring of the post-Edwardian era. Soft gathers below a square yoke and at the waist provide a comfortable fit. Two wide flanges emphasize the princess line. These were typically made of lace or eyelet, as in View B.

View A, Folkwear's contemporary interpretation, has a self bias-bound jewel neckline, self-fabric flanges, and a gathered, mid-calf length dirndl skirt. View B, the traditional version, as a lowered square neckline. The ankle-length skirt is darted into the waistline for a very flattering, slimming fit; purchased lace or eyelet on the flanges, cuffs, front yoke, and back add elegance and femininity. Both views feature three-quarter length sleeves eased into wide below-the-elbow cuffs and a buttoned center back opening.

The straight cut of the skirt makes this dress a natural for border prints and eyelets.