Saturday, April 20, 2024

Fun And Sporty

a closeup of Shelley
wearing Simplicity Pattern 5510
from 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. She appeared in the spread called "All-In-Fun Sports." It featured patterns for sportswear, a line of clothing that was becoming more and more popular among young women at the time. Shelley modeled Simplicity pattern number 5510 - an unlined jacket, a halter top and flared pants. Instructions on how to match plaid, striped and one-way design fabrics while creating the outfit was also included. Shelley finished her sporty outfit with matching heeled clogs and a floppy hat. Sunglasses and a fun necklace accessorized her look. And Shelley looked sporty, summery and super fabulous.

Shelley was featured on a spread
on Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog's
Spring-Summer 1973 issue