Saturday, February 12, 2022

Contemporary Fashion 1973 A

a closeup of Shelley from the package cover
for Simplicity 5510, 1973

Shelley appeared on many Simplicity pattern catalogs, brochures and packaging during the 1960s and 1970s. The Simplicity Pattern Company is the leading manufacturer of sewing patterns and sewing pattern guides which are distributed throughout the world. They have been manufacturing sewing patterns since 1927 and have allowed fashionistas on a budget and sewing aficionados to create clothes in a reliable manner. In 1973, she appeared on the cover of pattern package 5510. It contained patterns and instructions for creating an unlined jacket, a halter top and flared pants. It also showed fashionistas how to match plaid, striped and one-way design fabrics while creating the outfit. Shelley finished her casual outfit with matching heeled clogs and a floppy hat. Sunglasses and a fun necklace accessorized her look. Shelley looked fabulous.

Shelley on the package cover for Simplicity 5510, 1973