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1930s dress

1930s dress E-Pattern- Begonia– Mid 1930s Dress Pattern- Bust 30"-42" or 41"-51" – Wearing History

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1930s dress E-Pattern- Begonia– Mid 1930s Dress Pattern- Bust 30"-42" or 41"-51" – Wearing HistoryWearing History #R145 Begonia Mid 1930s Pattern E PATTERN! To print at home on US LETTER or A4 paper. Also includes Copy Shop A0 files! This lovely mid 1930s dress features a v neck cut with a semi circular attached cape, and an optional cape ruffle and bow, The skirt hits mid calf, and is slim fitted through the hips and flares below the knees. The dress fastens at the side. The neckline and armholes are finished with self bias facing. The dress is

Wearing History #R145–  Begonia Mid 1930s Pattern

E-PATTERN!  To print at home on US LETTER or A4 paper.  Also includes Copy Shop A0 files!

This lovely mid 1930s dress features a v-neck cut with a semi-circular attached cape, and an optional cape ruffle and bow, The skirt hits mid-calf, and is slim fitted through the hips and flares below the knees. The dress fastens at the side. The neckline and armholes are finished with self bias facing.

The dress is perfect for day or afternoon wear, and makes up nicely in flowing fabrics.  I suggest cotton lawn, rayon, eyelet, lace, or other flowing, lightweight fabrics.  Note– no slip is included, so if it's sheer you'll want to make or buy a slip!


This pattern is available in two size packs.  See photos for the sizes included!

The misses size pack is from the original period source and is available in bust 30"-42".  The base size was 38" bust.  This has been graded to include the same size range as the pattern was originally available in (only one size per pack in ye olden days!).

The extended size pack was redrafted to a new base size and is available in bust 41"-51". The original vintage pattern didn't grade properly to that size, so the base size was entirely redrafted to fit a body form of 45" bust.  This draft is unique to Wearing History and enables more sizes. Yay!

Between size packs?  Order the extended size pack if you have a larger hip to waist ratio.

 

Difficulty

Adventurous intermediate sewing difficulty recommended.

The pattern instructions are from the period original and can be vague.  Keep a sewing book handy for reference.

This pattern requires bias facing for armholes and neck opening, and an inset front piece on the cape can be a bit tricky.  This pattern has a side opening with snaps. 

I have added a page of illustrated instructions to help you with the construction on the cape piece.  Bias facing tutorials can be found on Wearing History Blog.

3/8" seam allowance is included.  Add more before you cut if you feel more comfortable with wider seam allowances.

 

This is a Wearing History Resto-Vival pattern- a pattern based on remastered original period sources that have been restored and revived.  Want to know more about this range?  Check out my F.A.Q.

 

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KuroodoD
Alexandria, US
★★★★★ 3
I love them but pockets tear easily
Size: 34, Color: #01black
I love them. They look nice and they are comfortable. I bought a total of three and they're all I wear in the summer. Unfortunately the strap pockets wear out easily. On my left pocket I store a ridge wallet and my keys. For two of my most worn pair, the strap tore up to where it no longer holds the pocket closed properly. On one of those in the same pocket, a hole ended up torn in the corner. The third one I had to throw out after it shrunk after being washed improperly (can't wash them like I did my previous shorts which I washed the same way as the rest of my clothes). I think I'll continue to wear them, maybe even buy one more, until I find something better.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2023
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Sean reddin
New York, US
★★★★★ 5
Pocket and ability to hook my speaker to
Size: 32, Color: Black, Size: 32, Color: Black
I can't believe how comfortable they are and I'm very happy with all the pockets in the shorts. I bought the black as it my favorite color but will definitely be ordering all the colors available as they can be used as dress shorts.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2025
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Crosby
Alexandria, US
★★★★★ 5
Great shorts
Size: 34, Color: A-army Green
Ideal for everyday wear. I got 3 pairs before even trying them & I must say, they are really good. The pocket zippers get caught every now & then, but easy enough to correct. They look decent, easy wash & dry quickly, comfortable, plenty of pockets. Great buy for the price.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2024
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Marcy
Waukegan, US
★★★★★ 5
Great quality and size spot on!
Great quality and value for money. My husband loved how comfortable and light they fit.
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mpesso
Omaha, US
★★★★★ 4
Great Shorts! bad zippers.
Size: 36, Color: A-dark Grey
1st off these are basically swim trunks. I like the design of the shorts and the appearance, they are very lightweight and quick drying and overall serve all of MY purposes. If you're buying them for secure front pockets that close with the zippers just don't buy them. The zippers on the front "cargo" spot of the shorts broke on the second wearing. If you have nothing better to do than try to fix them by all means they can be fixed short term and then eventually they just separate again. The pockets work fine (they are ALL mesh lined pockets) for just putting stuff in them but securing them (at least in the case of the pair i am wearing right now) isn't an option with the zippers. That said the fly itself hasn't failed me. The back pockets have ONE velcro closure on the inside so you can reach into them easily without two velcro closures to fight with which i think is a good design.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2022

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