Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Tunic and Short Shorts Ensemble

a closeup of Shelley from the package cover
for Simplicity 9678, 1972

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 1972, she appeared on the cover of pattern package 9678. It contained patterns and instructions for creating a tunic and short shorts ensemble. The tunic had a high round neckline, a collar, short set-in sleeves as well as a tie belt. The short shorts had a back zipper, an elastic waist casing and turn back cuffs. Matching hose and footwear finished her look. A matching skull cap, a silk flower scarf around her neck, a shoulder bag and a bracelet accessorized her look. And, as always, Shelley looked absolutely fabulous.

Shelley on the package cover for Simplicity 9678, 1972