Dance Dress: Draped Overskirt in Back. Bouffant dance dress. The fitted bodice has a halter neck, back button closing accented by scallops. Two-piece flared skirt has a draped overskirt in back that cascades gracefully. (B) Back of skirt is in contrast. “Quick & Easy”.

Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF pattern
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Skill Level: Intermediate

Size Guide:
Bust: 34” (86.4cm)
Waist: 28” (71cm)
Hips: 37” (94cm)

Finished back length of skirt from natural waistline, no hem, size 16, 45”. (114.3cm)

Finished back length of skirt from natural waistline, no hem, size 16, 45”. (114.3cm)

Sewing Notions:
If desired, Snap and Hook & Eye may be used for Underarm Opening. 5 Buttons.

Fabric Amount Guide:
Yardage for
View A
All Fabrics
35”, 7 7/8 yds.
39”, 7 1/8 yds.
42”, 6 3/8 yds.
50”, 5 1/8 yds.
View B – With Contrast
Blouse, Front of Skirt & Overskirt, Etc.
With Nap
35”, 5 5/8 yds.
Without Nap
39”, 5 yds.
Back of Skirt
Without Nap
39”, 2 ¼ yds.

Lower Edge Measurements: Size 16” – 165”

9” SLIDE FASTENER FOR UNDERARM OPENING.

Recommended Fabrics:
View A – Brocade, Metallic, Satin, Faille, Rayon, Crepe, Lace, Pique, Linen.
View B – Velveteen, Faille, Satin. Back of Shirt: Faille, Satin. See our Fabric Partners

What You Will Receive:
If you select a Paper Pattern, you will receive a true to scale reproduction sewing pattern printed on A0 premium paper, along with instructions, and a full-colour front cover. Your pattern will arrive, in a clear resealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which will include age-related wear and tear.