1932 Evening Gown E30-6983 Size Set:B: 40" to 46" bust I refer to this one

I refer to this one as ‘everybody’s favorite Claire McCardell’

For a more formal occasion

The sleeves are pointed at the back of the hand

The band finish at lower edge also ties in knot at front

The cape may be worn on or off the shoulders and a godet adds fullness to the otherwise close-fitting bias skirt

1932 Evening Gown E30-6983 Size Set:B: 40" to 46" bust I refer to this oneE30 6983; 1932 Evening Dress 5 piece advanced pattern, design originally by McCall. This is an evening dress of 'contemporary sophistication' with what is cited in McCall Fashion Bi Monthly, July August 1932, as a 'back dcolletage boldly cut out and intricately strapped' and 'out and out use of contrast'. The shoulder is widened extravagantly almost as a cap sleeve via extension cut of the waist (bodice). The waist is cut on the bias and while the