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PART ONE: THE LOOK (2 MG file)
PART TWO: OUR BEST BETS (3.5 MG file)
PART THREE:
PART FOUR: THE SEASON'S
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Welcome to the current issue of Fashion for Real People! It's that odd time of year that's not quite spring but almost not winter. This issue straddles the two seasons, giving you inspiration for sewing up that winter fabric you haven't quite gotten to, plus suggestions for those still-cool early spring days. In this issue you will find our latest research on the upcoming trends in fashion & color, plus ideas for adapting the newest looks & accessories to your wardrobe. In Part II we show you our Best Best for the season, plus Pati Palmer's and Marta Alto's Best Bet additions to their wardrobes, along with sewing tips. In Part III, our Editor's Choice section shows several variations of the fabulous new jean jacket pattern from Palmer/Pletsch.
Don’t miss the last page of this newsletter where
We welcome your comments and suggestions.
McCall's, Vogue, and Butterick
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Dear friends,
In
Part IV, our Pattern Picks have been chosen from the Vogue, Butterick and McCall’s pattern books. We have selected one new pattern for
each body shape, along with ideas for fabric, color and accessories that
will keep you up-to-date. Just refer to our Figure Type Guide on page 20
for the selection that best mirrors your body shape.
