{"product_id":"1950s-vintage-mccalls-sewing-pattern-3241-uncut-misses-coat-or-duster-32-b","title":"1950s Vintage McCall's Sewing Pattern 3241 Uncut Misses Dress \u0026 Duster 32 B","description":"\u003csection data-section=\"introduction\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOriginal 1955 McCall's Pattern No. 3241 - Misses' Duster, Dress, or Unlined Coat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal \u003cstrong\u003e1955 McCall's Printed Pattern No. 3241\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \"Easy to Sew\" design\nthat can be made three ways: a full-length duster or unlined coat, or a shorter belted dress,\neach finished with a distinctive mandarin collar. Factory Folded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection data-section=\"quick-facts\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e McCall's No. 3241\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1955\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Misses' Duster, Dress, or Unlined Coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 (32\" Bust)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory Folded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection data-section=\"design\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePattern 3241 is a versatile three-in-one design, each version sharing the same standing\nmandarin collar. View A is a full-length unlined coat with long sleeves and frog closings\ndown the front. View B is a belted shirtwaist-style dress with cap sleeves and button\nclosing. View C is a simpler duster, buttoned the full length and worn open over another\noutfit. Eight pattern pieces make up the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection data-section=\"fashion-history\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Moment in Fashion History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mandarin collar and frog closing seen on View A reflect the mid-1950s fascination\nwith Asian-inspired silhouettes, popularized in American ready-to-wear and film costuming\nof the period. McCall's \"Easy to Sew\" label made this more exotic detailing approachable\nfor the home sewer, while the simpler duster and dress views offered everyday versions of\nthe same signature collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection data-section=\"illustration\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIllustration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover illustration has been digitally restored and enhanced by Judy Yates to highlight\nthe original fashion artwork while preserving the character and artistry of this historic\nMcCall's pattern envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n","brand":"Vintage4me2","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50569475752159,"sku":"mc 3241-32B 7\/14\/2026cy","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7206\/files\/Mc-3241-Frock-Duster-ssz-14-july-2026-FRONT-Mandarin-CollarFF-Circa-1955-03000.jpg?v=1784054979","url":"https:\/\/www.vintage4me2.com\/products\/1950s-vintage-mccalls-sewing-pattern-3241-uncut-misses-coat-or-duster-32-b","provider":"Vintage4me2","version":"1.0","type":"link"}