Don't be fooled by the myth 'people were smaller back then'. Yes, more people were smaller, but you still had a fair amount of over 6", shoe size 14, bust size 46 folks walking around. I bring up the examples from my 1910ish patterns. We are talking 44", 46" 48" busts here! And these patterns survived!
But having all these patterns to myself didn't feel right. I wanted to share. So I picked my rarest, and also most versatile patterns and under my New Vintage Lady moniker, I started a line of repro patterns for my etsy shoppe.
Here are a couple that I'm really proud of.
I have been looking for a tappants and bra pattern for ages, and when I found a mid '40s one (well, two but thats a different story) knew I couldn't keep it to myself. Its a 46" bust 50" hips. Wow wee!
This is what I call the ideal '40s blouse. I know straight size gals who are still on the look out for a great '40s blouse. There is no better way to get the look right than with a few great iconic separates.
This mid '30s dress is one of my favorite patterns. Ive made it up several times and have it available in two sizes, 42" bust and a 50" bust.
I gotta say, sharing these patterns makes me smile, and I hope the gals who use them feel they are carrying on a little part of fashion history.
You rock the house Shelley! I got into repro the same way, couldn't find things that fit me so I made do. And it's fun and creative. Many many props to you for making these gems available! And your illustrations are darling.
ReplyDeleteThanks! Since we are both in LA we should get together and compare notes at the fabric district! It would be so fun! :)
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