1945 Front-Tie Trousers & Shorts, T40-5490

with] soft fullness below.’ There is a snap opening in the top of the center front seam and the trousers or shorts would have to be tied over it each time, so a snap or zipper opening may be placed in the top of the center back seam, if preferred. SUGGESTED FABRICS: Linen, gabardine, sharkskin, denim, flannel, wool jersey, tweed, Shantung, ribbed silk or rayons. 5/8" seams are given. **NOTE: You will learn to adjust the height of the rise in this pattern. Illustrated instructions are given for a really good fit.**  Sizes: Size set A fits 12-20 (24" to 32" waist, 33" to 41" hip). Size set B fits 40-46 (34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip). PATTERN NOT IN YOUR SIZE? I am happy to furnish an additional schematic showing where to adjust the pattern pieces with instructions on how to go about it upon request.