Reconstruction of extant 1920's gown

Study of evening gown dating from 1924-1927

Fall 2022 to Spring 2023

With mentorship by Charlene Gross

Completed dress reconstruction. Does not include a slip like the original does

Original dress

Photo credit: Penn State School of Theatre Fashion Archive

Dress pattern and muslin mockup

Rubbing technique for pulling a pattern off existing garment

Above: Front shoulder piece pinned for topstitching to body.

Right: Side seam pinned for french seaming once waistline gathers have been stitched.