Description
From the Folder Back
This easy-sew ensemble of flowing Tunic over widelegged pants is considered to be the traditional costume of Vietnam and has come to be firmly associated with the small Southeast Asian country. The Ao Dai is a costume that reflects the influences of Vietnam’s various rulers—China, Japan, and France—in its Oriental styling and sumptuous silken fabrics. Perhaps that is why this very feminine fashion is so flattering, elegant, and intriguing. The Tunic features front and back waist shaping darts, mandarin collar, front neckline/armhole opening, tapered long sleeves with elbow darts, and long free-hanging front and back panels. The Pants have an easy full-legged fit, center back zipper, and faced waistline.
Pattern Specifics
Folkwear 139 includes the full-size pattern pieces, and instructions for making the Vietnamese Ao Dai. Enlarge the photo for a better look at the details. Let me know if you’d like to see the envelope back. This is sized for Misses’ X-Small to X-Large (30-1/2″ to 46″ bust). The folder measures 11″ x 8-1/2″ and the pattern is printed on white tissue/vellum paper. This has 2000 copyright and UPC 0-94115-13932-8.
Condition
See photo. The folder and zip-top baggy are in very good condition for age with some lighter 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 2 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.
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