A historically accurate replica of a 17th century corset, or “Stay” as it was commonly called in the 17th and 18th centuries. This Elizabethan era corset is true to form and design as would be standard for a performer though many of the elements, such as the stomacher, would be commonly found in corsets of all types during the period.
Neckline | Scoop |
Waist | Hourglass |
Facing | Imported 100% cotton coutil |
Strength Layer | 100% horsehair |
Lining | Imported 100% cotton coutil |
Trim | Satin binding (neckline, waistline and armholes) |
Embellishment | ⅛” cording throughout, decorative lace trim at hip and a hand-sewn detailed embroidery at neckline |
Stomacher | Facing, strength layer, lining, cording, bones and satin ribbon as main garment |
Bone Casing | 100% cotton, handmade |
Bone | ¼” spiral steel boning throughout |
Eyelets | 42 embroidered eyelets, for front lace-up |
Lacing | Twist cord lace-up in pink |