Simplicity 1778; ©1946; Misses' and Women's Housecoat in Half Sizes: The wrap-around housecoat, which may be long or short, is made with rounded collar, yokes cut in one with the bodice back. The flared, four-piece skirt joins the bodice at the natural waistline under a tie belt. A novelty pocket trims the skirt. In Style I, bracelet length, push-up sleeves are gathered to a band. Embroidery trims the yokes and pocket. Style II is made with gathered capelet sleeves. Transfer for embroidery is included.