The corset covers worn by the ladies sitting on the ottoman are featured in corset covers worn by women with mature figures which did not need padding to create the fashionable S-shape.  The standing lady is wearing a corset cover with a ruffle down the front which adds fullness without padding.

The princess cut reception gown is deceivingly simple.  The complicated construction is due to the Valencienne lace overlay being encrusted with heavy needlework lace below the knees, lark silk embroidery, appliqués at the waist, sleeves and skirt and organza trim at the neck, wrist and hem.  The petticoat lining of silk taffeta is attached at the waist and back edges.  The skirt hem is finished with several rows of ruffles.  It fastens up the back with hooks and eyes.

French drawers fit smoothly over the hips with darts and flare below the knees.  They can be fastened at the sides with buttons or a drawstring at the back waist.  They can be made very simply or become an artistic display of insert and trim lace, ribbons and needlework.

This double breasted jacket is very easy to make, even the pad stitching in the collar is machine sewn.

This ubiquitous shirt waist can be made with a standing collar or a shirt collar.  The cuffs can be straight or turned back.  The front closure can be made with a pleat at the front or a fly front.  The shoulders are quite square.  An inverted box pleat adds interest to the back view.

Easy to make with the popular "Gibson Tucks"  A copy of the embroidery transfer is included.

For a French waist effect, create the blouse of English cotton netting and lavish with artistic combinations of lace.

One of the handsomest of any seasons' smart models is this blouse, especially select for the women who wear tailored clothing.