237 Tango Dress - Folkwear

Misses 6-16. The tango craze of the 'teens and twenties of the 20th century regularly enjoys a revival. The dramatic dips and thrusts of the dance called for gowns that emphasized leg and back. Dating from the 1920s, our authentic evening version, View B, does this perfectly and flatters most figures. Our daytime version, View A, retains the body-skimming bodice and bias cut skirt, omitting the back cutout and streamers and uneven hemline. The long lines of our Cardigan Sweater make a perfect complement for the Tango Dress! The unusual construction for the Tango Dress adds to its dramatic impact. A long sleeveless bodice hangs straight to the hips where it meets the skirt made of two uniquely cut sections. The back of the skirt falls away from a front hip panel that echoes the V neckline. another shallow V

Folkwear Sewing Patterns on Instagram: Looking something to make for a fancy event this winter? We got you covered! These dresses are stunning and unique (and authentic from a historic era). 266