1950s Men's Summer Set Pattern

Be the coolest man out there! Shirt short sleeves with turn back cuffs, collar, front pocket and back yoke. Bermuda style shorts to above the knee with side pockets and loops for belt. A classic 1950s winner!

Offered here as: Paper Pattern and the Original pattern. 

Size Guide

Body Measurements: Medium

Neck: 15” (38cm)

Waist: 34” (86.4cm)

Chest: 38” (96.5cm)

Finished Shirt length from back of neck: 29 ½” (74.9cm)

Fabric Amount

SHIRT –

35” Without Nap*, 2 5/8 yds.

45” Without Nap*, 2 yds.

Interfacing – 27” Cambric, 7/8 yd. 

SHORTS –

35” Without Nap*, 2 yds.

45” Without Nap*, 1 ½ yds.

54” Without Nap*, 1 1/4 yds.

Lining for Waistband, Pockets and Right Fly Facing

35” Lining, 1 yd.

Interfacing for Waistband –

27” Cambric, ½ yd.

11” Trousers Fly Fastener for Front Opening

 

*WITHOUT NAP means fabric with either way design, or without nap or pile.       

30 pattern pieces

Sewing Notions

Matching thread, Buttons

Recommended Fabrics

Shirt – Pique, Poplin, Cotton Broadcloth, Nylon or Orlon Shirtings. Shorts – Linen, Gabardine, Denim, Flannel.

Skill Level

Intermediate

What You Will Receive

What You Will Receive: If you select a Paper Pattern, you will receive a true to scale reproduction sewing pattern printed on A0 premium paper, along with instructions, and a full-colour front cover. Your pattern will arrive, in a clear resealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which will include age-related wear and tear.