Folkwear #209 Walking Skirt pattern. The alluring frailty of the Victorian lady carried over into the early 1900s, but as women entered new activities such as sports and office work, they needed a more casual and practical wardrobe. The combination of skirt and shirtwaist (blouse) was born to meet the American woman's changing needs. Our gored Walking Skirt, fitted in front, flares from a narrow waistband to street- or full-length. Our original is made of linen and decorated with cutwork embroidery. The skirt is finished at center back with tiny gathers framing a buttoned placket closing. Subtle detailing adds to the curve of the hips and hints at the voluptuous S-silhouette of turn-of-the-century women's fashion. Design and instructions are included for optional cutwork embroidery. The model on the left is wearing #124 Bolivian Milkmaid's Jacket, the model on the right is wearing #205 Gibson Girl Blouse.
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