The dress yoke and pinafore front are perfect for tucked, embroidered, smocked, or beaded embellishment. Also included is a period sunbonnet to protect tender faces. This easy-sew style fearures a flattering dropped waist and optional smocking. Pattern includes instructions for smocking and embroiderey stitches, as well as a full size embroidery design motif. The revealing style, requiring few undergarments, reflected a desire to return to simpler, classical Grecian dress after the excesses of the 18th century French nobility.
Narrow bodice is gathered into a skirt that is slim in front and full in back.
The optional full-length train and sleeve details make it perfect for a bridal fashion.