top of page
1880'S CORSET AND TOURNURE
PURPOSE:
Support and shaping for future costumes, including "Christine Daae"
MATERIALS USED:
Brocade, cotton, busk, eyelets, lacing
![]() An effort was made to find suitable and authentic materials, such as a quality busk and spiral steel boning. | ![]() The finished corset and bustle, over a petticoat. Both were made using authentic period patterns from Truly Victorian. | ![]() A closeup showing the front of the corset, including the lace trim on the top edge. |
---|---|---|
![]() An image showing the grommets and lacing, including the "ears" to pull the lacing from the middle. | ![]() The mockup of the corset, made to test fit and length. | ![]() Work in progress, with the busk installed. Each seam was converted into a boning channel, and sealed with binding at the top and bottom. |
![]() The finished corset and bustle, worn by Jackie M. | ![]() |
bottom of page