Fashion illustrations from 1970's patterns: Two figures: a Butterick pattern (torn number) Two figures with red dress: McCall's 3206 Green Dress: Simplicity 8025

Brand Simplicity Size R5 (14-16-18-20-22) Material Paper Age range (description) Adult Recommended uses for product apparel creation

A little bit classy, a little bit sassy and revved up to make a mod fashion statement. That’s the Smak Parlour collection at Unique Vintage!

Misses Dress and Jacket: Fitted and flared dress, mid-calf or evening length, has self-line bra bodice, narrow shoulder straps and back zipper closing. Loose-fitting, unlined, rectangular shaped jacket with front and back tucked at shoulder seam (no side seams) has front opening and continuous band

1970 Vintage Sewing Pattern B34″ DRESS (R683) By STYLE 2689 - #vintagesewingpatterns, #retropatterns, #classicdesigns, #historicalfashion, #sewinghistory, #beginnersewingpatterns, #easypatterns, #simplesewingprojects, #sewingforbeginners, #beginnerfriendly, #sewingpatternsforbeginners, #starterpatterns, #beginnerprojects, #learningtosew, #easypeasysewingpatterns, #freedresspatterns, #sewingpatternsfree, #DIYdresses, #nocostpatterns, #dressmakingpatterns, #beginnersewingprojects…

1970s formal dresses, evening gowns, prom dresses, and party wear for most women were very different than those worn by stars and entertainers. The latter wore liquid fabric draped gowns designed by Halston, all-over sequin evening dresses, or sleek and sexy slip dresses, just to name a few. Real women couldn't afford those luxuries, instead

From the March 1977 issue of Seventeen magazine "A whisper of romance is in the air -- and the gentle softness of an all-white dress, delicate detailing and the blush of fresh flowers combine for the prettiest prom looks." "With stars in your eyes and a flowing white dress, you'll be sure to hold his

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