Simplicity 4044; ©1952; Maternity Skirt in Two Lengths: A practical fashion for ladies in waiting featuring an adjustable waistband to insure proper fit at all times. Long skirt, V. 1, has slit at center front. Short style, V. 2: waistband ties in a bow at center front. V. 3 waistband, cut in two sections, fastens with buttons. Top stitching trims front and pleat in back at lower edge gives walking ease.