1856 Gathered Dress Pattern Sewing Pattern - 1856 Gathered Dress. Multisized 30-50" Bust. This pattern is for an 1856 dress, designed from fashion plates and original garments Excellent for Romantic Era, Civil War Era, Victorian Era Dresses Excellent for Victorian Dresses, Victorian Blouses, Wild West Dresses, Western Expansion Dresses and Blouses, SASS Impressiosn Excellent for SASS, Western Expansion Excellent for Saloon dancer, saloon keeper, Wild West Woman, Western School Marm, Civil War Ball Gown, Civil War Blouse