This pattern first started when we hacked the Aurora Bodice to have a square neckline for the Ingrid Skirt photo shoot, in homage to the polka dot dress that Joan Crawford wore in The Bride Wore Red (1937).

I fell in love with this style and kept refining the design, resulting in the Anni Bodice (named after Joan’s character in the movie).

This fully-lined, double-darted bodice showcases a square neckline and features two sleeve lengths (but it can be made sleeveless as well!). Paired with any of the Stanwyck-series skirts, it’s perfect as a day dress for all seasons. I can’t wait to see what you make!

— xoxo, Gertie

This pattern was originally published on Patreon on May 28, 2025.

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