1924

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Delineator May, 1924 pg. 27
#5209

The bound pockets, boyish collar and beltless lines of this one-piece dress marks it as very new. The dress slips over the head and has a removable cape. Use silk alpaca, heavy silk crepe, heavy crepe satin, soft twills kasha, plaids, checks, stripes, flannel, of one material, with or without contrasting collar and cuffs, cotton homespun or ratine with linen collar, etc.
36 bust requires 2 3/8 yards 54 inch soft twill.
Lower edge 49 1/2 inches.
The dress and cape are for ladies 33 to 40 bust, also misses.

Delineator January, 1924 pg. 38
#4954

Chiffon velvet is smart for the draped straight skirt which joins at a low waistline, a body of crepe Roma, heavier silk crepe, satin crepe or lace in a contrasting color, metallic fabrics or metallic laces. It is a slip-over dress and closes under the left arm. The beading is effective. Work it in an attractive color scheme. One may use plain or printed silk crepe, etc.
36 bust requires 1 3/8 yard 40 inch silk crepe and 2 1/2 yards 36 inch velvet.
Lower edge 44 inches.
The dress is new for ladies 32 to 44 bust.

Delineator January, 1924 pg. 38
#4900
#4753

A slip-over blouse in the new three-quarter length of chiffon velvet, crepe satin, silk crepes, etc., can be worn over a two-piece skirt of wool velours, etc., joined to a camisole body or a 1 1/4 inch inside belt. The turban is smart. Motifs decorate the blouse. Work in color.
36 bust and 38 hip require 3 yards 39 inch velvet, 1 yard 54 inch wool velours for skirt joined to a camisole body. The turban requires 1 yard 36 inch metallic cloth.
The blouse is for ladies 33 to 44 bust, also misses, the skirt for ladies 35 to 52 inches hip and the turban for ladies and misses.

Delineator May, 1924 pg. 27
#5213

Frills add the smart contrast to a very attractive one-piece dress on beltless lines emphasized by a long Russian closing. Use crepe de Chine, heavy silk crepe or silk alpaca with printed crepe de Chine for frills, etc., crepe satin with the reverse side of satin for frills, or without frills, cotton ratine, printed linen, plaid, check or striped flannel, novelty wools, etc.
Lower edge 47 inches.
36 bust requires 2 7/8 yards 39 inch silk crepe, 5/8 yard 35 or 39 inch novelty silk.
The dress is for ladies 33 to 44 bust, also misses.


Delineator June, 1924 pg. 28
#5280
#5228
#5125
#4973

The correct sports costume includes a flannel sleeveless jacket worn over a slip-over tucked blouse of silk broadcloth, etc., and a three-piece plaid skirt. The hat has a gored crown.
36 bust, 38 hip and 22 inches head measure require 1 5/8 yard 27 inch plain flannel for jacket, 2 3/4 yard 32 inch silk broadcloth, 1 1/4 yard 54-inch plaid flannel and 1/2 yard 35 inch satin for hat.
Lower edge 1 1/2 yard.
The jacket is for ladies 33 to 44 bust, also misses; the blouse and skirt for ladies 32 to 44 bust, 35 to 52 hip; hat for ladies and misses.

Delineator February, 1924 pg. 30
#4978
#4973

Heavy silk crepe, wool crepe or wool voile are suitable for this one-piece slip-over dress with tiers, a casing and elastic, et. Use satin, etc., for the hat with gored crown.
36 bust and 22 inches head measure require 4 1/4 yards 39 inch heavy silk crepe and 1/2 yard 39 inch contrasting material, and for hat 5/8 yard 35 inch plaid satin (about a 2 1/2 inch plaid).
Lower edge 54 inches.
The dress is for ladies 33 to 44 bust, also misses; the hat for ladies and misses.

Delineator January, 1924 pg. 35
#4942

The circular flounce of this slip-over dress lengthens the draped one-piece upper part and the dress may have a body lining. The hand-made ornament is smart. Use crepe satin, silk crepe, chiffon velvet or soft twills. A printed with a plain material, a beige with a brown or a light green with a dark green are attractive combinations.
36 bust requires 4 1/8 yards 39 inch silk crepe.
Lower edge 1 3/4 yard.
The dress is for ladies 32 to 42 bust.

Delineator May, 1924 pg. 30
#5190

Flowers lie lightly on a Georgette frock with a full straight skirt joined to a camisole underbody which closes under the left arm. One may use organdy with taffeta for the drop skirt and camisole. Bones and shirrings may be used at each side of the skirt. Taffeta, gros de Londres, Pompadour silk, satin or moiré may also be used.
36 bust requires 5 3/4 yards 38 inch Georgette (including camisole underbody and drop skirt).
Lower edge of skirt 3 1/4 yards, drop skirt 54 inches.
The dress is for ladies 36 and 37 bust, and for small women 15 to 18 years, also misses.

Delineator March, 1924 pg. 27
#5064

For formal wear or a dinner gown this is a smart draped dress. It is the one-piece type and slips on over the head. Georgette, crepe de Chine, light-weight silk crepe or satin crepe are good materials to use. The girdle is very French and easily made.
36 bust requires 5 yards 40 inch Georgette.
Lower edge 50 1/2 inches.
The dress is very lovely for ladies 32 to 40 bust.

Delineator June, 1924 pg. 28
#5291

For informal dinners and dancing the bride selects this slip-over dress, knowing that she may wear it for afternoon bridge and restaurant or theater engagements as well. The draped straight skirt is joined at a low waistline. Use satin crepe all one material or combining the dull and shiny surfaces or with the body in contrasting color, plain or printed crepe de Chine, etc.
36 bust requires 3 1/4 yards 39 inch satin crepe.
The dress is for ladies 32 to 44 bust.

 

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