'Here is the ideal shirt for sportswear
use a piece of string and measure it against a yard stick
my 'grandmother' who gave me this pattern
Similar lines in the checked coat ensemble Emily Richard wore in 'Empire of the Sun'
the blouse opens at each shoulder with a row of buttons and at the left underarm side with a concealed placket
E-PATTERN 1930's House, Beach or Sports Dress, E6529 Size Set:Dress, 32" to 38" bust 'Here is the ideal shirtE6529; 1930's House, Beach or Sports Dress 10 piece hand drafted pattern originally from Pictorial Review, 'Sleeveless and backless, except for bands that cross in back, this is easy to make. Shoulder ruffles are optional. This model is in wrap around style and fastens on the right side with a button and on the left side with tie strings. This pattern was originally marketed as a Sports Dress, but I see it well fit as a house or beach dress!