Vogue Paris Original 1939; ca. 1968; Nina Ricci - Misses' Coat and Dress. Semi-fitted A-line coat with side front closing, has bias turn-over collar; welt pockets. Seven-eighths length sleeves with button closing. Self belt. Semi-fitted sleeveless dress has A-line skirt with front and back pleats. Side zipper, and button-loop shoulder closing. Self belt. Lengthwise striped or obvious diagonal fabrics are not suitable. No allowance for matching plaid or crosswise stripes. Featured in Vogue Pattern Book April/May 1968.