Vogue Couturier 2535: 1960s Belinda Belville Misses Dress 36 B Vintage Sewing Pattern
Original circa 1971 Vogue Couturier Design Pattern No. 2535 - Jumper and Blouse
Original circa 1971 Vogue Couturier Design Pattern No. 2535, a women's semi-fitted, A-line, low-waisted jumper and blouse ensemble by British couturier Belinda Bellville, London. The midi-length jumper has a round neckline with an all-in-one front and back inset yoke, an inverted front pleat, and welt side-front pockets with padded topstitched seaming; the semi-fitted blouse has a standing tie collar and gathered long sleeves finished with a buttoned cuff. Complete Nice Condition. Vogue Couturier Design cloth label not included.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: Vogue No. 2535 (Vogue Couturier Design)
- Designer: Belinda Bellville, London
- Year: Circa 1971
- Garment: Misses' Jumper and Blouse
- Size: 14 (36" Bust, 38" Hip)
- Condition: Complete Nice Condition
- Special Design Label: Not included
Design
Vogue 2535 pairs a tailored, menswear-influenced jumper with a soft, tie-necked blouse. The jumper's all-in-one yoke and inverted front pleat give it clean vertical lines, while padded topstitched seaming along the center front, yoke, low waistline, and welt pockets adds structure and visual interest without extra ornament. A purchased belt controls the fullness at the low waistline. Beneath it, the blouse's standing collar with long tie ends and gathered sleeves soften the overall silhouette.
A Moment in Fashion History
By the early 1970s, the jumper-and-blouse combination had become a favored vehicle for the era's interest in tailored, layered dressing, often drawing on menswear details like welt pockets and top-stitching. Belinda Bellville, part of the London-based couture house later known as Bellville Sassoon, contributed this design to Vogue's Couturier Design line, which brought working fashion houses' patterns directly to home sewers.
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
This pattern is a part of our ongoing exhibit Always in Vogue.
