1960s Vintage Anne Adams Sewing Pattern 4704 Chic Misses Slender Dress Sz 41 B
Original circa 1960 Anne Adams Pattern No. 4704 - One-Piece Dress
Original circa 1960 Anne Adams Pattern No. 4704 for a misses' and women's half-size one-piece dress, designed for daytime or afternoon wear. A wide shawl collar frames the neckline and gathers into a soft fabric rose at the waist, above a slim, fitted skirt. The dress may be made sleeveless, with a short sleeve, or with a 3/4 sleeve, and can be finished with an optional vestee for a layered, dickie-front look. Complete Nice Condition.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: Anne Adams No. 4704
- Year: Circa 1960
- Garment: One-Piece Dress
- Size: Half Size 20 1/2 (41" Bust)
- Condition: Complete Nice Condition
- Envelope and Instructions: Good Condition
Design
This 8-piece pattern builds a polished half-size dress around a wide shawl collar that sweeps down into a soft, gathered fabric rose at the waist - a decorative focal point that also helps ease the fitted bodice into a slim, fitted skirt below. Sleeve options run from sleeveless to short to a 3/4 length, and an optional vestee piece adds a modesty insert for a more covered, layered neckline when wanted. A center-back zipper keeps the closure clean and out of sight.
A Moment in Fashion History
By 1960, pattern companies were paying close attention to the half-size customer, offering the same fashion-forward details - a dramatic shawl collar, a sculptural fabric rose, a trim, fitted skirt - proportioned for a fuller figure rather than simply graded up from misses' sizing. Anne Adams 4704 reflects that attention, pairing a genuinely decorative collar treatment with the flexibility of three sleeve lengths and an optional vestee, so one pattern could serve a range of occasions.
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 Anne Adams pattern envelope.
Connections
This pattern is part of our ongoing exhibit, Pillbox and Polish - a growing collection tracing the bridge between 1950s structure and 1960s youth culture. Come take a look.
