1860's Ballgown Bodice
TV442
They say
"This bodice fits just off the shoulder for evening wear. It reaches to the waist and has a point in front and back. An optional gathered bertha trims the neckline. The closure is in the center back, with hooks and eyes. The sleeve is a small pouf with a fitted lining. A double bow decorates the shoulders. This style is particularly suited to 1850-1873, but can be used for other periods as well. Heavy decorations at the neckline will give an elegant look to the bodice.
All our bodices are drafted based on a tailoring method actually used in the 1870's. Each size is hand drawn, not scaled, with all of the bodice seams true to the era. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset. "
Specification:
Multi-sized, fits busts 30-50".
Requires
Fabric: 1½ yards - 2 yards
Lining: 1 - 1½ yards
Interlining: 1 yard
Bow fabric: 1/3 yard
Yardages given are with nap, and are approximate only.
For Interlining, use a heavy woven fabric like twill or denim.
Notions: eight ¼" Bones; Buttons or hooks and eyes for closure.