1972 vintage dress sewing pattern, Femmes d'Aujourd'hui supplement, retro old

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Description

This document is a vintage sewing pattern, published as a free weekly supplement to "Femmes d’Aujourd’hui" magazine No. 1413, dated May 31, 1972. It is an original pattern for making a two-fabric dress, typical of early 1970s women's fashion. The page features a black and white photograph of a model wearing the dress, characterized by a checkered top and a flared skirt with large patch pockets visible on the front.

The pattern displays a carefully designed graphic composition, with a detailed diagram of the pieces to be cut on the left: back, front, facing, front skirt, back skirt, pocket. Each element is precisely labeled, and the placement of the pieces on the fabric is indicated. All instructions and diagrams are printed on slightly yellowed paper, highlighting its vintage authenticity.

At the bottom right, the pattern mentions reference "N° 9900" and the proposed sizes: 40N and 44N, category A. A stylized silhouette of a woman in a dress, typical of technical drawings of the era, is also visible. The title "UNE ROBE EN DEUX TISSUS" (A TWO-FABRIC DRESS) is printed at the top, with the heading of the weekly supplement, confirming the document's origin and age.

The entire visible side is neatly printed, with clear and legible text. The upper right edge has a perforation hole, probably original, intended for archiving. The paper shows a slight patina and some signs of wear, without impacting the readability of the information or the quality of the diagrams.

This retro sewing pattern is a testament to the clothing style of the 1970s, with a structured dress cut, wide pockets, and a distinct graphic aesthetic. It will appeal to anyone wishing to recreate authentic models from this period or to enrich a collection of vintage women's fashion documentation.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible side has a good general appearance with slight signs of handling, patina, and a small original perforation hole at the top right. No apparent tears or missing parts on the visible side.

Did you know? "Femmes d’Aujourd’hui" magazine, founded in 1933 in Belgium, was one of the main French-language women's titles to offer sewing patterns as supplements. These paper patterns were very popular in the 60s and 70s, allowing many women to make fashionable clothes themselves at a lower cost.

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