Romantic Era Dress pattern
[RED] by Sense & Sensibility Patterns

With this pattern, you can create a wide variety of dresses for day and evening. This pattern was inspired by "Wives and Daughters" by Elizabeth Gaskell, from the transitional time between the Regency and Victorian eras. Fits bust sizes 30.5" to 48", all in one envelope. Illustrated instructions make construction easy! Options for long sleeves and short sleeves; darted, gathered, or pleated bodices; front or back closures; and five different necklines. Instructions for creating a period correct nursing dress, perfect for nursing mums! Period fashion plates included to inspire your creations. Pattern appendix explains how to adjust the bodice front for ladies sized D and DD. You could easily make a dozen different styles by mixing and matching necklines, sleeves, and bodice treatments. The pattern is rated "intermediate" because of the fitting techniques involved, but a patient beginner should be able to navigate the instructions without too much trouble.