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Corsets include:

-Steel boning

-Corded edges

-Back underlap placket

-Back laced grommet opening

-Front drawstring to shape neckline

-Side seam allowances for alterations

Silk Flatlined c. 1880 Alice Corset

Silk Flatlined c. 1880 Alice Corset

from $705.00

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Description-

Our classic Victorian corset, customized to your colors and fabric choices. Select from our in-stock silks or shop custom colors for no extra charge. We can also construct using your own fabrics (email us for details).

To achieve this look, we do a process called “flatlining”. This uses a beautiful fabric on the outside and combines it with an inner layer of our sturdy cotton coutil inside. With this two layer process we are able to achieve a gorgeous looking corset with the strength and structure of a heavy duty corset inside.

The Alice is designed to be worn with the long, close-fitting cuirasse bodices of the 1880s. The front panels curve around the bust and hips to accentuate the curves; it includes a center front spoon busk closure controlling the waist and lower torso. The corset has double-boning throughout: the front seams with ¼” spiral bones, the straighter, taller back with ¼” steel bones. The neckline in the front is set very low, about 1/2" above the bust line.

  • Fabrics and colors:
    Choose your own color of silk from a rainbow of choices. To see color options go here: silkbaron.com
    We recommend ordering swatches directly so that you can compare colors.
    Email us for a current list of in stock silks to choose from.

  • Sizes: S-4XL or custom See our size chart here

  • Alterable side seams for a customized fit

  • Straight Busk or German Steel Spoon Busk

  • options for additional ribbon lacing (+$15)

Add some lace and ribbons to your corset: https://www.periodcorsets.com/corsets/add-lace

Free fitting service with every purchase! Before final construction, we will send you a fitting corset to first test the size and fit. At this time, you may request further changes such as length or height, change to design lines or adding or removing details. Additional fees may apply for custom changes.

Please note, spoon busks are no longer readily available. We now offer this style with a straight busk option at a lower price until customs and tariffs issues are resolved. Bespoke corsets cannot be returned or exchanged. All sales final.

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Alice in client’s fabrics with added trim and ribbon details

Alice in client’s fabrics with added trim and ribbon details

Further customize your dream corset- shown above, bespoke Alice in blue silk with silver contrast stitching and no front busk

Further customize your dream corset- shown above, bespoke Alice in blue silk with silver contrast stitching and no front busk

c. 1880 Alice flatlined with added trims and garters, paired with lace trimmed chemise and bloomers.

c. 1880 Alice flatlined with added trims and garters, paired with lace trimmed chemise and bloomers.

Alice corset constructed in client’s materials

Alice corset constructed in client’s materials