In the front of this number, we give an engraving of a very beautiful, new, and stylish dress, for out-of-door wear: a high bodice, with what is called a Postillion Basque. We add here a diagram, so that ladies can make it for themselves. These patterns consist, it will be seen, of three pieces - front, back, and sleeve. The front has two plaits or darts marked on the paper with small holes. It forms a square basque, that is left open under the arm, and the trimming is carried to the waist. The back has a join down the center, and no side-pieces; this is the new style, as it enables the basque to be cut in one piece with the bodice. The seam or join terminates at the waist, and the basque is plaited to form the postillion; a bow without ends decorated the center of the back, and a waistband may be added if desired. The sleeve is of the pagoda form. The skirt is the newest style, being cut narrower than formerly on account of the the quantity of trimming, which is so great as not to necessitate a tunic when a basque is added to the bodice.

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