This beautiful Hollywood pattern #1125 includes a WWII utility dress in 2 versions. Something wonderful to play with – use stripes effectively or make it look noir in a dark rayon. The four piece skirt has two pleats at each side-front and joins blouse waistline. Blouse gathered or darted below shoulder yokes, and sectional pockets are optional. High neck with tied band collar or open neck with shirt collar. Bracelet length or short sleeves with turned back cuffs. From the Hollywood Pattern Company.
Hollywood #1125; ©1943; miss 14; bust 32″; Utility Dress Pattern
DETAIL
This utility dress pattern includes 13 perforated tissue paper pieces, one instruction sheet on unbleached paper with repairs and the original two colour envelope with slight discoloring. The pattern is cut & guaranteed complete. Please see photos for quality.
Dress Design Features:
- The Silhouette: Padded, structured shoulders balanced by a nipped-in natural waist.
- The Skirt: A tailored, flattering four-piece skirt featuring sharp front pleats to conserve fabric while allowing ease of movement.
- Neckline Variations: Choose between a chic tied band collar or a casual open shirt collar.
- Sleeve Options: Can be made with elegant long sleeves with tailored cuffs or practical short turned-back sleeves.
- Details: Includes optional sectional patch pockets for a true “utility” utilitarian look.
FIT
The utility dress is a fully, fitted style. This vintage pattern is equivalent to a Modern XS (US 0/2 or D 34), always check your measurements to the listings measurements to better understand the fit.
- Size (14): Bust 32″ or 81cm, Waist 27″or 68.5cm, Hip 35″ or 89cm
USE
This is a tissue paper pattern for recreating the styles shown on the envelope front. The original pieces are perorated tissue paper and should be handled with care. The instruction sheet has a cutting chart and the sewing instructions. The envelope back has back view of styles, a text description of styles, a guide to pattern pieces, material requirements and sewing notions.
In order to recreate this utility dress you will need to purchase your material, notions and anything you might need for embellishing. To test the fit before using expensive fabric, purchase muslin & recreate the style in a basic version. It is advisable to make a paper copy when resizing or altering the design.
- Notions: thread, buttonhole twist, seam binding, hooks & eyes, snaps, buckle, 5 or 9 buttons.
- Yardage (2): 54”x2-1/2 yds or 137cmx2.3M Note: Original 1940s fabric layout charts assume a narrow 36″ or 39″ fabric width. Because modern linen crepes are typically much wider (140 cm / 55″), you will require significantly less yardage than listed on the envelope back! (Generally, approx. 2.5 to 3 meters is plenty for most sizes, depending on chosen sleeve view).
Modern Fabric Recommendations for the Buyer: This pattern works best with medium-weight fabrics that drape elegantly but hold a crisp press for the skirt pleats.
- Top Modern Choice: A 140 cm wide pure Linen Crepe (approx. 160 g/sqm). The twisted crepe weave gives the utility dress a stunning, authentic fluid drape that plays beautifully with movement, while the linen provides the crispness needed for the collar and pleats.
- Other Suitable Fabrics: Challis in Rayon/Viscose or Wool, Lightweight Cotton Chambray, or Silk Crepe.
CARE
*For small tears, use archival tape or a glue stick & tissue paper.
*Store the pattern in its protective sleeve or bag to reduce breakage and further discoloring.
For more information, please view Pattern Care.
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SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Your delicate vintage pattern will be shipped in an archival-safe protective sleeve or bag and a protective folder to prevent bending during transit.
Add this iconic piece of fashion history to your vintage sewing collection today!
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RETURNS
Unfortunately, I cannot accept returns for vintage patterns/magazines or custom made items.
There is a similar 40s utility style in the shop, check out simplicity #1273!
