Straight seams and an off-the-shoulder neckline create a slimming waistline, which is then accentuated by soft pleating into a dramatic ball gown skirt that cascades behind the bride as she walks down the aisle
Fabric: 100% Polyester, Lining: 90% Polyester, 10% Spandex
Designed to take you from a relaxed daytime outing to an evening cocktail moment, its the kind of dress that makes you feel instantly beautifulno matter the occasion
Illustration above, Spring 1951: A-ballet length gown with bertha style collar, B-swing coat, C-gown with sweetheart neckline, D-Gown with long sleeves Illustration above, Spring 1949: E-short sleeves with puffed trim, F-sweetheart neckline with lace trim G-draped shelf bra bodice with short puffed sleeves To create your own version of a late 1940's or early 1950's party dress or prom gown, I have found some current patterns that will help you to sew up a vintage party dress of your own
at Lisner Auditorium featuring Chef Jos Andrs and former Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema
