Vogue Couturier Design 841: 1950s Misses Dress & Coat Sz 36 B Vintage Sewing Pattern
Quick Facts
Original 1955 Vogue Couturier Design Pattern No. 841 for a misses' dress and matching coat ensemble. Complete Nice Used (CNU). Includes the original instruction sheet as well as a quality replacement copy for easy reference. The original instruction sheet shows wear from use.
- Pattern Number: Vogue Couturier Design 841
- Year: 1955
- Size: 16 (36" Bust)
- Condition: Complete Nice Used (CNU)
- Includes: Original instruction sheet (worn) plus an additional replacement copy
Design
This elegant two-piece ensemble pairs a graceful sleeveless dress with a dramatic full-length coat, creating the sophisticated layered look that defined mid-1950s couture. The dress features diagonal released darts above the softly flared skirt, a low straight neckline, and shaped armhole cuffs. The matching coat is cut with long kimono sleeves, a built-up collarless neckline, and distinctive curved lapped seam detailing, making it equally striking worn together or separately.
A Moment in Fashion History
Vogue's Couturier Design line represented some of the company's most fashion-forward offerings, bringing the influence of Paris couture to accomplished home sewists. During the mid-1950s, coordinated dress-and-coat ensembles were considered an essential part of a well-planned wardrobe, allowing women to maintain an elegant appearance from daytime engagements through evening occasions. Patterns like No. 841 demonstrate Vogue's commitment to refined tailoring and couture-inspired design details.
Illustration
The cover illustration has been digitally restored and enhanced by Judy Yates to highlight the original fashion artwork while preserving the character of this vintage Vogue pattern envelope.
Connections
Vogue Couturier Design patterns occupied a special place within the Vogue pattern line, offering home dressmakers access to couture-inspired styling and construction techniques. Compare this pattern with other mid-1950s Vogue designs in our collection to see how the company balanced elegant daytime dresses, tailored suits, and sophisticated coordinated ensembles while maintaining its distinctive editorial approach to fashion.
