1950s Vintage New York Sewing Pattern 1314 Uncut Misses Street Dress Sz 32 Bust
Original circa 1952 New York Pattern No. 1314 - Attractively-Styled Dress
Original circa 1952 New York Pattern No. 1314 for an attractively-styled dress. A surplice waist meets a collarless V-neck, offered with a choice of long, 3/4, or short cuffed sleeves, set above a flared skirt with a removable belt. Factory Folded and Unused.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: New York Pattern No. 1314
- Year: Circa 1952
- Garment: One-Piece Dress
- Size: 14 (32" Bust)
- Condition: Factory Folded
Design
New York Pattern 1314 wraps a surplice waist into a collarless V-neck for a soft, flattering front, with sleeve length left up to the maker - long, 3/4, or short, each finished with a cuff. The removable belt marks the waist before the skirt flares out, sweeping to 77" around the lower edge at Size 16. Ten pattern pieces are included, suggested in broadcloth, shantung, faille, rayon crepe, tissue taffeta, or lightweight woolens.
A Moment in Fashion History
The surplice waist offered a softer alternative to a sharply darted bodice while still drawing the eye to a defined waistline - one of several ways early 1950s patterns achieved the era's signature fitted-waist, flared-skirt silhouette without relying on identical construction from house to house.
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 New York Pattern envelope.
Connections
This pattern is part of our ongoing exhibit, The Ladies of the New Look - a growing collection celebrating Dior's 1947 New Look and its influence: wasp waists, tailoring, peplum shaping, and structured silhouettes. Come take a look.
