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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. 1905 Mae

Silk Flatlined c. 1905 Mae

from $644.00

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Description-

Our classic S Bend 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 Mae enhances the s-curve shape of this period. It has a lower bust line, encourages the torso to tip forward, and has ¼” spiral bones on the curved seams. The Mae exhibits the art nouveau style with its graceful curves. 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

  • options for additional ribbon lacing (+$15)

  • Add a front closing busk

  • Add straps

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, bespoke corsets cannot be returned or exchanged. All sales final.

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Bespoke silk corset with lace, hand painted by designer Doris Black

Bespoke silk Mae with bone covers and added lace

Silk flatlined Mae with front busk for Theatre J’s “Intimate Apparel” Photo by Ryan Maxwell Photography

Further customize your dream corset- shown above, silk and brocade flatlined Mae corsets with added busks

Awa Sal Secka as Mayme, Renee Elizabeth Wilson as Esther, and Susan Lynskey as Mrs. Van Buren in ‘Intimate Apparel.’ Photo by Ryan Maxwell Photography.