New York 932: 1950s Uncut Misses Street Dress Sz 34 B Vintage Sewing Pattern
Original circa 1951 New York Pattern No. 932 - Ladies' and Misses' Dress
Original circa 1951 New York Pattern No. 932 for a women's dress with a deep V-neck framed by a wide attached collar, buttoned at the shoulders. A fitted, belted waist leads to a flared skirt with large patch pockets at the front, and the sleeves come three-quarter length, short, or as cap sleeves. Factory Folded and Unused; the envelope shows staining.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: New York No. 932
- Year: Circa 1951
- Garment: Ladies' and Misses' Dress
- Size: 16 (34" Bust, 28" Waist, 37" Hip)
- Condition: Factory Folded; Envelope Stained
Design
New York Pattern 932 is built around its collar: a wide band that follows a deep V-neckline and stands out at the shoulders, where it buttons in place, framing the face and drawing the eye up and out. The bodice is fitted to a removable belt at the waist, and the attached two-piece skirt flares to about 80 inches around the hem in size 16, with a 46-inch finished length from the neck. Two large patch pockets sit at the front of the skirt. Choose three-quarter sleeves, short sleeves, or cap sleeves for a summer version. The dress closes with a 12-inch side placket zipper, and the pattern has 10 pieces. Suggested fabrics include rayons, cottons, silk and cotton prints, jersey, shantung, silk crepe, silk faille, alpaca, and novelty cottons.
A Moment in Fashion History
By the early 1950s, the New Look's fitted waist and flared skirt had become the everyday American dress, made in cotton prints and rayon as readily as in wool. New York 932 shows how the look was adapted for daily wear: the belted waist and swinging skirt stay, while big patch pockets and a choice of cap sleeves make it practical for warm weather and a busy day. The wide V collar gives the shoulders width through the neckline itself, rather than through padding.
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 silhouette, remade for the home seamstress. Come take a look.
