Vogue's Basic Design 1848; ©1987; Misses' Dress. Top & Skirt. A -line dress, mid calf or lower calf, or tunic has extended shoulders, shoulder pads, front and back neckline pleats, side pockets, back zipper and armhole bands, and short or long sleeves. Narrow hem. A: contrast. A, B: collar. Purchased flower. Stright skirt, below mid knee, has elastic waist and back hemline slit.