Description
From the Folder Back
A popular 1920s fashion among the young, adventurous “flapper” girls was the straight-sided drop-waist dress with handkerchief hem, worn with tunic tops made out of revealingly sheer fabrics. It was daring to attract attention to the youthful, healthy body underneath the clothes, instead of concealing it with the conservative garments of earlier years. Our Monte Carlo Dress, from 1924, is inspired by the captivating styles of Paul Poiret and Jacques Doucet. The sheath dress features the drop waist and cylindrical silhouette so popular of the time. It is finished off with a bias-cut handkerchief hem that swishes seductively around nylon-stockinged legs and shows off a bit of ankle. Fanciful decoration was all the rage, in beads, sumptuous embroidery, and bejeweled ornaments. Embellish the Dress according to the occasion, using the vintage design motifs included in the pattern. Two simple-sew tunics can be embellished with tassels or sparkling baubles and worn in different arrangements over the dress: facing front or back, belted all around, or belted just in the front. They also create opportunities for interesting layering of sheer or shimmering fabrics.
About the Patterns
Folkwear 264 includes the full-size pattern pieces, and instructions for making the Monte Carlo Dress. Enlarge the photos for a better look at the details. Let me know if you’d like to see the folder back. This is sized for Misses’ XS to XL (30-1/2 to 46″ bust). The folder measures about 11″ x 8-1/2″. The pattern is printed on tissue paper with bond paper instructions. The copyright date is 2000 with UPC 0-94115-26432-7.
Condition
See photo. The folder and zip-top baggy are in very good condition for age with normal storage. The pattern and instruction sheets are as new in original factory folds. No names or other markings. From clean, smoke-free home.
Shipping
Generally sent the same day you pay. Unless you request otherwise, I will back this with one piece of box cardboard (to help prevent the Post Office from bending it), wrap it in plastic wrap (to help protect the item from moisture or torn packaging), then send inside a manila envelope when sent via First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation. This is the cheapest postage option that includes both item protection and tracking. See the shipping page to give you an estimate on the cost of a First Class 3 package. I am delighted to combine postage and insurance costs if you purchase more than one item. The second item may travel for free or just a few cents more — so it’s worth taking a look at my other items before you complete your order — AND let me adjust the invoice BEFORE you pay.
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