1920s Vintage Ladies Home Journal Sewing Pattern 3263 Uncut Girls Dress Size 10
Original circa 1921-1924 Ladies' Home Journal Pattern No. 3263 - Girls' Long-Waisted Dress
Original circa 1921-1924 Ladies' Home Journal Home Pattern No. 3263 for a girls' long-waisted dress, with the waist opening at the left side-front and tucked at front and back. Sides and short-length sleeves are cut in one, or with a one-piece lower sleeve section forming full length, over a one-piece straight-plaited skirt. Factory Folded and Unused.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: Ladies' Home Journal No. 3263
- Year: Circa 1921-1924, documented Home Pattern Co. catalog appearance (1924)
- Garment: Girls' Long-Waisted Dress (2 Views)
- Size: 10 Years (28" Breast)
- Condition: Factory Folded and Unused
Design
Ladies' Home Journal 3263 is a seven-piece dress with a distinctive sailor influence, finished with a wide collar tied at the front in either of two styles as illustrated. The waist opens cleverly at the left side-front rather than straight down the back, and is tucked at both front and back for a soft shaping without darts. Sides and sleeves are cut in one piece for short sleeves, or extended with a separate one-piece lower sleeve section to reach full length - letting the same bodice serve warm or cool weather. The one-piece skirt is straight-plaited, joined to the waist at a fitted belt.
A Moment in Fashion History
Sailor-collar dresses remained a beloved staple of girls' fashion well into the 1920s, prized for their crisp, nautical look. A Home Pattern Company catalog page confirms 3263 was still being sold in 1924, shown alongside a full page of similar sailor-collar and belted girls' dress styles - a reminder of just how enduring this silhouette was in the era's everyday girlswear.
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 Ladies' Home Journal pattern envelope.
Connections
This pattern is part of our ongoing exhibit, Ladies Journal New Old Stock - a growing collection of new old stock Ladies' Home Journal patterns. Come take a look.
