McCall's Sewing Pattern 8132 18th Century Dress Costume

The late 18th century begins a period of "Natural" style, ease and comfort. These dresses skim the body. Both have an overlay, high empire waistline and neat puff sleeves. A lovely waist length jacket keeps the chill away.

Pattern Info

MISSES' DRESS, JACKET, PURSE AND HAT TRIM: Pullover dress has drawstring neckline, underlined/lined bodice, side back seams, back hook & eye and slit closing. A: inset, inside tie, and sleeve bands. B: semi-fitted bodice with overlay, casing and continuous bias binding. Jacket has collar, front pleats, side back seams, band, and cuffs. C and Bodice A: loose-fitting. Purse has fold-over flap, button loop closing and hand embroidery. All are lined. Hat trim: pleated tie ends, bow and knot. Purchased trim A, drawstrings A, B, cording for lining A, and Hat E.