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Original Circa 1941 Hollywood Pattern No. 766 – Princess Coat-Dress or Smock
Original circa 1941 Hollywood Pattern No. 766 for a misses\' one-piece coat-dress or smock, featuring 20th Century-Fox star Betty Grable on the envelope front. Princess-line design buttons below a shaped collar, with long bishop-style or very short sleeves, and four optional pointed patch pockets. Factory Folded and Unused.
Quick Facts
● Pattern Number: Hollywood No. 766
● Year: Circa 1941
● Garment: Misses\' One-Piece Coat-Dress / Smock
● Size: 16 (34\" Bust, 37\" Hip)
● Pattern Condition: Factory Folded and Unused
● Envelope and Instructions are in Good Condition
Design
This princess-line coat-dress or smock buttons below a shaped collar, with long bishop-style sleeves or a very short option for warmer weather. Four pointed patch pockets are optional, forming a bold triangular trim detail when included.
A Moment in Fashion History
This envelope features Betty Grable, credited as \"20th Century-Fox.\" Circa 1941 places her early in her rise to stardom. The envelope back also carries a printed \"REMAKE 2/1/43\" note, suggesting this design stayed in production well past its original release.
Illustration
The cover illustration has been digitally restored and enhanced by Judy Yates to preserve the original fashion artwork while celebrating this historic Hollywood pattern.
