Weekend Eye Candy: Pictorial Review from March of 1927.

Hello lovely readers! I have a busy Sunday ahead of me which includes cleaning my house like a mad woman in anticipation of company, and cheering on my favorite football team during the Super Bowl.
But before I do any of those things, I thought I'd share some awfully pretty things with you.

For your weekend viewing pleasure, I have pictures of Pictorial Review's Printed Patterns booklet, advertising all of the yummy patterns one could acquire in March of 1927.

So without further ado (since I have to go paint my nails blue and orange to show some team spirit) here they are!

I would wear all four of the dresses above in a heartbeat, wouldn't you?

I love the monogrammed blouse up in the right corner above. What a great idea!

And swoon, you know I'm all about the lingerie... but especially, THAT ROBE!

Sigh... a girl just can't have too many 1920's patterns, can she?

Happy weekend,

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Gatsby Style - A Compendium of 1920's Digital Patterns

With the movie remake the Great Gatsby about to hit theaters, the 1920's are making a bit of a comeback (again). The 1920's are a particular favorite of mine and if I wasn't so swamped with the details that always complicate an overseas move, I'd absolutely be participating in Miss Crayola Creepy's Gatsby Sewing Challenge.

For those of you who are participating, or for those of you who just love the comfortable 'swish' of a 1920's dress, or the easy simplicity of the seams and styles, here is a collection of digital patterns by Mrs. Depew Vintage two whole years in the making.

1920's Tunic Blouse #3024

The straight line tunic is my favorite for both modern and vintage wear. It will go both ways nicely, it all depends on the accessories!

1920's One Piece Lace Panel Dress #3022

1920's Straight Line Dress Pattern #3001

1920's Tiered One Piece Dress #3021

 1925 Shirred One Piece Dress #3019

1920's Basque Dress E-book # 3008

1920's Draped Gown # 3010

1928 Magic Frock # 3013

Well, that covers dresses, but what about lingerie to wear underneath those pretty, diaphanous frocks?
Don't worry, ma cherie, I have that covered too!
These are my favorite styles from the 1920's. Easy to sew is one thing, but these lingerie patterns are a sure-fire formula for a comfortable piece you won't ever want to take off.

1920's Slip and Petticoat # 3017

1920's Lingerie Set # 3003

Step-in Teddies 1926 Pattern # 1030

And of course, the perfect 1920's accessory is the right hat. Be it loose fitting toque or fitted cloche, I have a couple of each:

1920's Flexible Silk Hats Pattern # 3025

1920's Flexible Hat Pattern #3020

1920's Large Brim Hat # 3018

1920's Flexible Beret # 3012

1920's Draped Crown Hat # 3011

1920's Cloche # 1020

Don't want to put together a complete 1920's replica outfit? I like to wear my favorite cloche with a tank top, jeans and ballet flats, or the perfect 1920's straight line dress with a bit shorter hem and stiletto heals for an evening look.

How about you?  What's your favorite flapper style piece?