McCall's sewing pattern M8132 – elegant ladies' suit in the style of the late 18th century
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- Printed paper cutouts
- Difficulty level: simply
- Including seam allowance (except Burda)
- Languages: German, English, and French
McCall's sewing pattern M8132 perfectly captures the transition to the new, lighter fashions of the late 18th century . Inspired by the emerging naturalness and grace of Empire style, this design emphasizes a high waist, soft lines, and flowing fabrics. The dresses, with their overdress, pretty puff sleeves, and delicate silhouettes, flatter the figure, while the short, waist-length jacket adds warmth and style. Ideal for role-playing, costume events, or for lovers of historical fashion, this ensemble combines elegance, comfort, and timeless beauty.
💡 Recommended combination:
Pair the dress with a delicate shawl collar , a small empire-waist bonnet , and satin ribbons for authentic charm. For cooler days, a fine cape or a matching short jacket perfectly completes the historical ensemble.
📜 Historical context:
In the late 18th century, women's fashion underwent a fundamental transformation. Following the opulent Rococo gowns, a new style emerged – characterized by naturalness, lightness, and a higher waistline. Inspired by antique designs, the early Empire silhouette developed, gently draping the female form. Dresses made of cotton or muslin with puffed sleeves and a flowing drape became the epitome of elegance. The McCall's M8132 embraces this evolution, combining authentic design with modern wearability.
Fabric recommendation:
Designed for lightweight woven fabrics. FABRICS: A: Novelty knit fabric, chiffon. B, Lining/Backing B: Cotton/cotton blends, batiste, turf, voile. C: Linen. Lining C: Cotton blends, lining fabrics. Lining/Backing A, Contrast trim B, Pocket D, Trim E: Chinese silk, satin. Not suitable for obvious diagonals.
This is included in your cut:
- Illustrated and described work steps
- Sewing instructions
- Cutting plan
- Material consumption
Seam and hem allowances of 1.5 cm are included in the pattern (except: BURDA STYLE)
EU responsible person/manufacturer/importer:
VOGUE Patterns / Butterick / McCALLS / KnowMe / Simplicity / KwikSew:
Manufacturer:
IG Design Group Americas Inc. Atlanta. GA. 30342 USA Contact: sewdirect@dga-intl.com
Responsible person:
IG Design Group BV 7903 AK Hoogeveen Netherlands Contact: igdesigngroup.eu EU Importer: Cremer GmbH & Co. KG 53879 Euskirchen Germany Contact: info@cremer-kg.de
BURDA Style:
Verlag Aenne Burda GmbH & Co. KG Hubert-Burda-Platz 2 77652 Offenburg Germany Contact: burdastyle@burdadirect.de
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