PDF SEWING PATTERN | 233 Glamour Girl Dress | Folkwear

PDF Sewing Pattern | 233 Glamour Girl Dress | Folkwear

Skill Level: Advanced
Sizes: Women's XS–3XL
Language: English Only

The 233 Glamour Girl Dress sewing pattern by Folkwear recreates the sophisticated glamour of early 1940s Hollywood. Designed to emphasize feminine curves while draping elegantly over the body, this vintage-inspired dress combines a close-fitting bodice, gathered detailing and a beautifully flared skirt.

The close-fitting bodice features a narrow V-neckline, while the front bodice and skirt gather into a distinctive curved midriff that extends into ties at the centre front for an adjustable, flattering fit. A fitted back hip yoke creates a smooth line through the back of the dress.

The flared skirt falls gracefully from bias seams at the centre front and back, while three-quarter-length sleeves are dramatically gathered at the elbow. The dress closes with a zipper at the left side seam, and shoulder pads create the characteristic structured silhouette of the early 1940s.

Three lengths are included: an elegant ankle-length evening gown, a classic 1940s knee-length dress, and a versatile mid-calf length.

Pattern Features

• Early 1940s Hollywood-inspired dress
• Three dress lengths included
• Close-fitting bodice
• Narrow V-neckline
• Front bodice and skirt gathered into a curved midriff
• Centre-front midriff ties for an adjustable fit
• Fitted back hip yoke
• Flared skirt
• Centre-front and centre-back bias seams
• Three-quarter-length sleeves
• Distinctive gathering at the elbows
• Left side seam zipper closure
• Shoulder pads for an authentic 1940s silhouette
• Knee Length: Classic 1940s daytime length
• Mid-Calf Length: Contemporary midi-length option
• Ankle Length: Original evening gown length

Recommended Fabrics

• Silk
• Crepe
• Satin
• Challis
• Cotton

Choose light to medium-weight woven fabrics with beautiful drape to highlight the gathered details and flowing skirt.

Notions

• Thread
• Zipper: 9" / 23 cm
• Single-Fold Bias Tape: 3 1/2 yds / 3.2 m
• Shoulder Pads: 1 pair

Size Chart

XS: Bust 30 1/2–31 1/2" / 78–80 cm | Waist 23–24" / 58–61 cm | Hip 32 1/2–33 1/2" / 83–86 cm | Back Waist Length 15 1/2–15 3/4" / 39.5–40 cm

SM: Bust 32 1/2–34" / 83–87 cm | Waist 25–26 1/2" / 64–67 cm | Hip 34 1/2–36" / 88–92 cm | Back Waist Length 16–16 1/4" / 40.5–41.5 cm

MED: Bust 36–38" / 92–97 cm | Waist 28–30" / 72–77 cm | Hip 38–40" / 97–102 cm | Back Waist Length 16 1/2–16 3/4" / 42–42.5 cm

LG: Bust 40–42" / 102–107 cm | Waist 32–34" / 82–87 cm | Hip 42–44" / 107–112 cm | Back Waist Length 17–17 1/4" / 43–44 cm

XL: Bust 44–46" / 112–117 cm | Waist 37–39" / 94–99 cm | Hip 46–48" / 117–122 cm | Back Waist Length 17 1/2–17 3/4" / 44.5–45 cm

2XL: Bust 48–50" / 121–127 cm | Waist 42–44" / 107–112 cm | Hip 50–52" / 127–132 cm | Back Waist Length 18–18 1/4" / 46–46.5 cm

3XL: Bust 52–54" / 132–137 cm | Waist 46–48" / 117–122 cm | Hip 54–56" / 137–142 cm | Back Waist Length 18 1/2–18 3/4" / 47–47.5 cm

Fabric Requirements

Knee-Length Dress

45" / 115 cm Fabric:
XS: 3 yds / 2.7 m | SM: 3 yds / 2.7 m | MED: 3 1/8 yds / 2.9 m | LG: 3 1/2 yds / 3.2 m | XL: 3 5/8 yds / 3.3 m | 2XL: 3 5/8 yds / 3.3 m | 3XL: 3 3/4 yds / 3.4 m

60" / 150 cm Fabric:
XS: 2 1/4 yds / 2 m | SM: 2 1/4 yds / 2 m | MED: 2 3/8 yds / 2.2 m | LG: 2 5/8 yds / 2.4 m | XL: 2 5/8 yds / 2.4 m | 2XL: 2 7/8 yds / 2.6 m | 3XL: 2 7/8 yds / 2.6 m

Mid-Calf Length Dress

45" / 115 cm Fabric:
XS: 3 3/8 yds / 3.1 m | SM: 3 1/2 yds / 3.2 m | MED: 3 5/8 yds / 3.3 m | LG: 3 3/4 yds / 3.4 m | XL: 3 7/8 yds / 3.5 m | 2XL: 3 7/8 yds / 3.5 m | 3XL: 4 yds / 3.7 m

60" / 150 cm Fabric:
XS: 2 5/8 yds / 2.4 m | SM: 2 5/8 yds / 2.4 m | MED: 2 5/8 yds / 2.4 m | LG: 3 yds / 2.7 m | XL: 3 yds / 2.7 m | 2XL: 3 yds / 2.7 m | 3XL: 3 yds / 2.7 m

Ankle-Length Dress

45" / 115 cm Fabric:
XS: 3 7/8 yds / 3.5 m | SM: 3 7/8 yds / 3.5 m | MED: 4 yds / 3.7 m | LG: 4 1/8 yds / 3.8 m | XL: 4 1/4 yds / 3.9 m | 2XL: 4 1/2 yds / 4.1 m | 3XL: 4 5/8 yds / 4.2 m

60" / 150 cm Fabric:
XS: 3 yds / 2.7 m | SM: 3 yds / 2.7 m | MED: 3 yds / 2.7 m | LG: 3 3/8 yds / 3.1 m | XL: 3 3/8 yds / 3.1 m | 2XL: 3 3/8 yds / 3.1 m | 3XL: 3 3/8 yds / 3.1 m

Finished Garment Measurements

Finished Bust:
XS: 34 3/4" / 88 cm | SM: 37 3/4" / 96 cm | MED: 41 1/2" / 106 cm | LG: 45 3/4" / 116 cm | XL: 49 1/4" / 125 cm | 2XL: 53 1/2" / 136 cm | 3XL: 57 1/4" / 145 cm

Finished Waist:
XS: 23" / 58 cm | SM: 26" / 66 cm | MED: 30" / 76 cm | LG: 34" / 86 cm | XL: 36" / 91 cm | 2XL: 42" / 107 cm | 3XL: 46" / 117 cm

Finished Hip:
XS: 50 1/2" / 128 cm | SM: 53 1/2" / 136 cm | MED: 57 1/2" / 146 cm | LG: 61 1/2" / 156 cm | XL: 65 1/2" / 166 cm | 2XL: 69 1/2" / 177 cm | 3XL: 73 1/2" / 187 cm

Finished Length – Knee:
XS: 40 3/4" / 104 cm | SM: 41 1/2" / 105 cm | MED: 42" / 107 cm | LG: 42 1/2" / 108 cm | XL: 43" / 109 cm | 2XL: 43 1/2" / 110 cm | 3XL: 44" / 112 cm

Finished Length – Mid-Calf:
XS: 47 1/4" / 120 cm | SM: 48" / 122 cm | MED: 48 1/2" / 123 cm | LG: 49" / 124 cm | XL: 49 1/2" / 126 cm | 2XL: 50" / 127 cm | 3XL: 50 1/2" / 128 cm

Finished Length – Ankle:
XS: 53 3/4" / 137 cm | SM: 54 1/2" / 138 cm | MED: 55" / 140 cm | LG: 55 1/2" / 141 cm | XL: 56" / 142 cm | 2XL: 56 1/2" / 144 cm | 3XL: 57" / 145 cm

PDF Pattern Includes

• Complete cutting and sewing instructions
• Women's sizes XS–3XL
• Three dress lengths: knee, mid-calf and ankle
• 36" Copyshop File: 1 page
• A0 Copyshop File: 3 pages
• A4 & Lettre US Print-at-Home File: 49 pages