1939: For Fun in the Sun

 

Butterick Fashion News, March 1939

Jessica Hartman Jaeger Collection | VintageStitches.com

 

BUTTERICK 8295.   A 3-way play suit--sleek one-piece slack suit, a full swing skirt, and shirt-and-shorts in one. Size 16, slack suit 3⅞ yds. sharkskin 39 ins. wide, ¾ yd. stripe for sash; skirt 2½ yds. linen 39 ins.; shirt-shorts 2½ yds. Surah silk 39. Sizes 12 to 20; 30 to 40. 45 Cents.

BUTTERICK 8270.   New beach ensemble--a print coat with deep cape collar that can be worn up, like a Sari, a "bra" jacket and cuffed shorts. Size 16, coat 4⅞ yds. 35 in. printed cotton; jacket 1⅛ yds. 35; shorts 1⅜ yds. plain. Sizes 12 to 20; 30 to 38 bust. 45 Cents.
 

 

Butterick Fashion News, March 1939

Jessica Hartman Jaeger Collection | VintageStitches.com

 

BUTTERICK 8274.   Suspender dirndl done in stripes for smartest effect. The huge patch pockets are cut in one with suspenders. The blouse has soft gathers. Size 14, 2¾ yds. striped cotton 35, with 1½ yds. plain 35. Junior Miss Sizes 12 to 20; 30 to 38 bust. Price, 35 Cents.

COMPANION-BUTTERICK 8254.   Crisp linen with sunburst tucks at the neckline and a brand new belt-purse -- a grand idea for active sports. Little flat "aspirin" buttons trim dress and purse. Size 16, 3¼ yds. 35 in. linen. Sizes 12 to 20; 30 to 42 bust. Price, 45 cents.

 

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