Saturday, June 20, 2026

Summer Ready

closeups of Shelley from a spread
for Simplicity Home Catalog, summer 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. Shelley appeared on the pages of Simplicity Home Catalog's summer 1973 issue. In the issue, Shelley appeared in the spread that featured tops, pants, shorts and dresses that were perfect for the summer months. Shelley wore Simplicity Pattern 5615 - patterns for a pullover top and wide-legged pants... for stretch knits. The top-stitched top had a lowered round neckline, short set-in sleeves gathered to the armholes and an optional patch pocket. The pants had an elasticized waistline and an optional purchased belt. Shelley finished her outfit with a pair of matching high-heeled footwear and a gold-tone bracelet set. And Shelley looked summer ready.

Shelley in a spread
for Simplicity Home Catalog, summer 1973