old fashioned swim dress 253 Vintage Bathing Costume

old fashioned swim dress 253 Vintage Bathing CostumeMisses XS 3XL (updated sizing). The sewing pattern for our Vintage Bathing Costume dates from around 1890, and features a flattering gored skirt with deep pleats in the back. The skirt buttons at the waistband over a knee length romper. The bodice featured short puffed sleeves, whimsical sailor collar and tie, with an optional inset "modesty" bib. Top it off with a jaunty Bathing Cap for an authentic look. The Vintage Bathing Costume is great for a

Misses XS-3XL (updated sizing).

The sewing pattern for our Vintage Bathing Costume dates from around 1890, and features a flattering gored skirt with deep pleats in the back. The skirt buttons at the waistband over a knee-length romper. The bodice featured short puffed sleeves, whimsical sailor collar and tie, with an optional inset "modesty" bib. Top it off with a jaunty Bathing Cap for an authentic look. 

The Vintage Bathing Costume is great for a fun summer outfit. Make it in bright floral or striped cotton, or traditional in navy blue medium-to-heavyweight cotton or lightweight wool with white trim. Wear it without the skirt and omit the "modesty" bib for a casual playsuit.

This pattern is available as a Paper pattern and PDF pattern.  Choose the pattern format you want in the drop down menu.  The PDF pattern has instructions and files for copy shop (36” and A0), print at home (A4 and 8.5”x11”).

Suggested fabrics: Medium-weight cottons, linens, blends. Original garments were made in light to medium-weight wools.

Yardage chart (.pdf)