Back buttoned dress
Front midriff faced and included in side seams and waistline seam only
skirt gathered at side front
make it in linen or velveteen
has two buttoned flap pockets
Simplicity 3230 Vintage 50's Sewing Pattern House Coat, Dress, Simple to Make Vanity Fair Style Peignoir, House Coat, Lucy Robe, House Dress Size 16 repro Back buttoned dressSize 16 Bust 36", Waist 28", Hips 38" 1959, 50s Beginners, Retro Loungewear Clothing Patterns MISSES AND WOMENS HOUSECOAT AND HOUSEDRESS: "Simple to Make" flared housedress or housecoat has Peter Pan collar, set in sleeves, front closing and side seam pockets. V. 1 and 2 have button closing and contrasting binding. V. 1 features ribbon bow. V. 2 features cuffs and tie belt. V. 3 features full puff sleeves, gathered lace edging, beading and ribbon.