Ladies Home Journal 3435: 1920s Uncut Misses Tucked Dress 36B Vintage Sewing Pattern
Original 1922 Ladies' Home Journal Pattern No. 3435 - Slightly Long-Waisted Dress
Original 1922 Ladies' Home Journal Pattern No. 3435 for a ladies' slightly long-waisted dress, opening at the left shoulder and underarm. A U-neck or square neck is finished with trimming folds at the center-front, paired with a plaited trimming piece extending over the shoulders at each side of the front and back. One-piece full-length sleeves are perforated for a shorter length, over a one-piece straight-gathered skirt made with or without matching trimming folds. Factory Folded, Envelope Worn and Repaired.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: Ladies' Home Journal No. 3435
- Year: 1922 – Found in February 1922 Issue
- Garment: Ladies' Slightly Long-Waisted Dress
- Size: 36 (36" Bust, 28" Waist, 42" Hip)
- Condition: Factory Folded
Design
Pattern 3435 carries its decoration over the shoulders rather than at the waist, with a plaited trimming piece running from front to back at each side — a detail that reads almost like a soft cape without the extra bulk. The neckline can be cut in a U-shape or squared off, both finished with center-front trimming folds that echo the shoulder treatment. Sleeves are cut full-length but perforated to shorten easily, and the straight-gathered skirt can pick up the same trimming folds used above, or be left plain for a simpler line. Ten pattern pieces in all.
A Moment in Fashion History
Pattern 3435 appeared in the February 1922 issue of The Ladies' Home Journal, in a feature on dancing frocks for "Formal Daytime Wear and Informal Evening." The magazine describes it made up in sulphur-yellow chiffon trimmed with folds of self material, noting that the shade wouldn't suit everyone and suggesting an all-white version as a coming summer alternative — a reminder that period styling advice was often as much about flattering the wearer as following the trend.
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
Part of our ongoing exhibit, Ladies Home Journal New Old Stock Collection -- a rare glimpse of how sewing patterns were designed and marketed for the whole family. Come take a look.
