From Sinclair Patterns:
A very comfortable dress that can be sewed up very quickly yet looks nice enough for special occasions. Fitted at the shoulders and bust, semi fitted at the waist and hips with a godet style skirt and accent panels at the sides. Short flutter sleeves. Soft, moderate depth V neckline finished either with a facing (for more stable knits) or a band with a faux V. Offered in tunic, above the knee and knee length, straight or curved back (to make the dress more fitted).