Original circa 1964 Vogue Pattern No. 6162 – One Piece Dress and Jacket
Original circa 1964 Vogue Pattern No. 6162 – One-Piece Dress and Jacket
Original circa 1964 Vogue Pattern No. 6162 for a sophisticated misses' one-piece dress with coordinating jacket. This elegant ensemble features a semi-fitted dress with short kimono sleeves and an eased skirt front, paired with a high-fitting jacket finished with three-quarter length sleeves and a graceful away-from-the-neck rolled collar. Complete Nice Used Condition.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: Vogue No. 6162
- Year: Circa 1964
- Garment: Misses' One-Piece Dress and Jacket
- Size: 16 (36" Bust, 38" Hip)
- Condition: Complete Nice Used Condition
Design
Vogue Pattern 6162 captures the polished elegance of the early 1960s with a coordinated dress and jacket ensemble. The semi-fitted dress features short kimono sleeves and an eased skirt front that creates a smooth, flattering silhouette. Completing the ensemble is a high-fitting jacket with three-quarter length sleeves and a distinctive away-from-the-neck rolled collar. Optional topstitching adds subtle tailored detail while allowing the clean lines of the design to remain the focal point.
A Moment in Fashion History
During the early 1960s, coordinated dress-and-jacket ensembles became wardrobe staples for business, church, luncheons, and special occasions. Designers embraced clean silhouettes with restrained detailing, allowing fine tailoring and quality fabrics to define elegance. Vogue Pattern 6162 reflects this sophisticated approach, giving home dressmakers the opportunity to create an ensemble suitable for many occasions while remaining timeless in appearance.
Illustration
The cover illustration has been digitally restored and enhanced by Judy Yates to highlight the original fashion artwork while preserving the character and artistry of this historic Vogue pattern envelope.
Connections
Compare Vogue 6162 with Vogue 9587. While both feature refined fitted dresses, Vogue 6162 expands the wardrobe with a coordinating jacket that reflects the increasing popularity of elegant daytime ensembles during the early 1960s.
