Truly Victorian TV447 sewing Pattern for an 1863 Sheer Bodice summer Dress

Description

This 1863 sheer dress pattern makes up as a lovely authentic civil war gown perfect for those hot summer days.
The sheer outer fabric has a jewel neckline, moderately dropped shoulder, and is lightly gathered at the front and back waist.
The sleeves are a medium-full bishop sleeve fitted to a loose cuff.
Under the sheer dress is a foundation lining of white cotton, or a colored silk, cut low at the neck and known as a half high lining.
The front lining is fitted with 2 darts, and the back is fitted with a curved T-back seam.
The closure is at the center front, with the sheer dress and the lining each buttoning separately above the belt.
The skirt waistband is attached over the waist of bodice, with the opening is in the left side-front seam.
A pocket is hidden in the skirt opening.
Sizing and Yardage Information:
All the sizes are included, as given below.
Sizing
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
Bust
30"
32"
34"
36"
38"
40"
42"
44"
46"
48"
50"
52"
54"
56"
Waist
22"
24"
26"
28"
30"
32"
34"
36"
38"
40"
42"
44"
46"
48"
Fabric 44"
9 yards
Lining 44"
1 1/2 yards
1 2/3 yards
Piping
add 1/2 yard
Yardages given are with nap and are approximate only. Pattern matching may require more fabric.
Recommended fabrics:
Sheer or light weight natural fiber fabrics, in white, prints, stripes, or plaids. For lining, use a firmly woven fabric like broadcloth, Silesia, or light twill.
Notions:
Eight ¼" Bones; 3/8" - 1/2" Buttons, hooks and eyes for skirt closure. Optional: cording for piping.