Empire-line Dress Pattern
[b 2493] by Burda Patterns

Sewing level: intermediate
Sizes 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48 (bust size 33" to 43.5", waist 26" to 36.25", hip 35.5" to 45.75")
Empire-line dress (Josephine), consisting of an overdress (A) with short bodice, divided skirt at front and train at back. Underneath dress (B) washerwoman style with puff sleeves and drawstring casing. Dress can be worn alone, plus scarf with fringed border (C).
Recommended fabric:
A: brocade, velvet
BC: batiste, crêpe fabrics