Vintage sewing pattern Marie Claire patterns retro girl 6-8 years

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Description

This lot corresponds to an antique illustrated sewing pattern, published under the brand "Les Patrons de Marie Claire," from the "Élégance de Paris" range. It is model no. 6153, intended for making a dress or outfit for a little girl, specifically for the 6 to 8 age group (explicitly stated on the cover). The envelope features an illustration typical of the mid-20th century, showing a young girl in a dress with a full skirt, adorned with two patterned pockets and decorative ribbons on the chest. The little girl also wears buckled shoes and ribbons in her hair, characteristic details of children's fashion patterns from that era.

The cover is designed with a predominantly beige paper, bordered by a pink margin that highlights the retro character of the presentation. The main visual, in color, features bright blue shades for the dress and touches of red for the accessories. A second sketch in gray, in the background, outlines the silhouette of the model in motion, emphasizing the lively and practical aspect of the pattern.

The bottom right corner bears the original price indication "55 Fr.," as well as the publication reference "Arr. 10.663 du 14-11-47," which places this pattern in the immediate post-war period, around the late 1940s. The ensemble evokes the graphic style and typical elegance of French children's fashion of that period, while highlighting the editorial quality of the Marie Claire brand.

The envelope visible in the photo appears to be in good overall condition for its age, showing some creases and handling marks on the front, with no tears or apparent missing parts on the illustrated area. The corners are slightly wrinkled, but the illustration remains clear, perfectly legible, and decorative.

The text at the top of the envelope is clearly legible: "LES PATRONS DE MARIE CLAIRE – Élégance de Paris." The model reference ("N° 6153") and the age group ("6 à 8 ans") are printed in black to the right of the main illustration. The whole exudes the charm of vintage editorial design, ideal for enthusiasts of retro sewing, historical reenactment, or thematic decoration.

Condition

Used item, sold as is, with visible signs of wear: folds, light surface marks, creased corners. The item remains solid and pleasant to handle.

Did you know? The "Les Patrons de Marie Claire" sewing patterns were launched in the 1930s by the famous French women's magazine. They helped democratize home sewing, allowing many families to create clothes inspired by Parisian trends, even during periods of textile restrictions after World War II.

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