Saturday, August 26, 2023

Chic And Modern 2

Shelley in a pic used in a spread
on Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog's
Spring-Summer 1973 issue

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. Shelley appeared in Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog's Spring-Summer 1973 issue.

a clipping of Shelley from a spread
on Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog's
Spring-Summer 1973 issue

The Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog's Spring-Summer 1973 issue featured fashions that were young, hip and up-to-date, that were perfect for both the spring and summer seasons of that year. Shelley appeared on many spreads throughout the issue wearing the latest fashion patterns by Simplicity. She modeled Simplicity pattern number 5657, step-by-step knitting instructions for a pullover sweater vest. The V-neck pullover vest had extended shoulders. It had a ribbed neckline, ribbed shoulders and a ribbed midriff. Shelley wore the red, white and blue version... first, over a pair of white pants... then again, over a red and white Tartan Plaid long-sleeved shirt and red pants ensemble. Shelley looked chic and modern in both outfits.

Shelley in a pic used in a spread
on Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog's
Spring-Summer 1973 issue