Vintage pattern haul

I've always been a big fan of op-shopping. For years I would spend hours thrift shopping to find fantastic vintage pieces, but nowadays, I head straight to the patterns and fabric section.

The other day I stumbled across a small goldmine from the late 80s, early 90s. While this isn't an era I usually care for, the patterns were particularly cute and, I think, will make great work pieces.

Vogue Basic Design 1010 

I bought this pattern for views A, B and D. But, to me, looks very 80s/90s. Especially the buttons. I don't know if I'll include the buttons when it comes time to make the dress.

Vogue Givenchy 1925

I bought this pattern for the skirt alone. But having a closer look at the jacket, it looks like it might be a classic style which won't look too out of place in 2011. Unfortunately though, the jacket is far too big for me so I doubt I'll make it.

Vogue Chloe 1835 

Again, I bought this pattern for the skirt. Although it is similar to the Givenchy pattern, the back view shows that the skirt has a trim all the way down the back.

Vogue Ultra Easy 3505

I just love this dress! It reminds me of a trench dress which I saw some years ago and never bought. I can tell that it will be quite flattering once it is made.

Butterick 5120 

I love this skirt! It's an elastic waistband, but I'm sure it will be easy enough to substitute this for an invisible zip. Or maybe I can do the elastic so it is nearly fully stretched when worn and won't bunch?  I've already decided I'd like a nice cotton drill fabric in a khaki for this project. I spotted the perfect fabric just the other day.

The only down side is that these patterns are all a size or so too big. It will be easy enough to size down the skirts but the dresses will be a bit more of a challenge. Does anyone know of any good tutorials that may help?