Garden Party Dress

Misses 8-14

This pretty fashion from the post-Edwardian era of the early 1900s features flattering princess lines, high or low neckline, gathered or pleated skirt, and a variety of embellishment options. The center front panel, side flanges, and cuffs are all candidates for lacy detailing, color blocking, or inventive fabric treatments.

Suggested fabrics: Soft, lightweight fabrics such as cotton batiste, voile, lawn, gauze, or eyelet; rayon challis; silks; wool challis, or blends.