Vintage sewing pattern Echo de la Mode 70s women's dress old retro

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot offers a vintage sewing pattern, presented in a plastic sleeve, as seen in the photo. It is a tracing pattern for making a women's dress, highlighted by a large stylized illustration on the cover. The illustration shows an elegant woman with a short haircut typical of the 70s, wearing a loose dress with a drawstring waist and full sleeves, in a vibrant red hue. The phrase "A dress in two snips of the scissors" suggests a model designed for simplicity and quick completion.

In the upper left part, the inscription "TRACING PATTERN N° 51 Sizes 40 and 44" is visible, indicating two available sizes. A circular insert specifies "EXPLANATIONS OF OUR KNITWEAR AND WORKS". To the right, the mention "FREE SUPPLEMENT" appears vertically. The bottom of the document bears the reference "Supplément Chez-Nous ? Echo de la Mode N° 51".

The visible paper appears to be in good condition, without major stains or creases, protected by a transparent plastic sleeve. The graphics are typical of French fashion publications from the 1970s, with a stylized line, a limited color palette, and a minimalist layout. No major defects are visible on the photographed front.

This vintage pattern, from Echo de la Mode magazine, is intended for home sewing. The set includes, on the visible side, all the necessary indications for identification: number, sizes, and brief instructions. No other accessories or documents are visible in the photo.

The presentation against a backdrop of an antique library highlights the retro aspect and the quality of publishing typical of the era. This pattern represents a testament to the sewing expertise accessible to the general public in 1970s France.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible part is clean, with no apparent marks. Plastic protective sleeve included.

Did you know? Echo de la Mode was one of the most widely circulated women's magazines in France in the 20th century, offering from the 1950s cut-out or tracing patterns that democratized home sewing. Free supplements like this one were highly anticipated by readers, allowing them to create simple and trendy models at home at a lower cost.

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