Finished garment - Tudor woman's gold/red silk damask pair of bodies or corset

• Finished garment
• Tudor Tailor exclusive

This pair of bodies was worn by interpreters at Hampton Court Palace in the 1990s and early 2000's. It was then modelled by Jane Malcolm-Davies for The Tudor Tailor book in 2006.

It is made from linen covered with a high quality silk damask. There are steel bones in every other bone channel. The bone channels are machine sewn but all the finishing is handsewn. The bodies fasten at the front with lacing through hand-worked eyelet holes. The straps are adjustable and are tied with a pair of handmade silk braids finished with handmade brass aiglets rivetted onto the ends. The lower edge is finished with un-boned tabs, or skirts.

There is a some staining under the arms.

No other garments are included.

Measurements:

Waist 28 (71cm) when laced closed

Bust 31 1/2 (80cm) when laced closed

We regret that we cannot offer returns or refunds on costumes. Returns on items such as these are not very practical, particularly if shipping internationally where customs duties might be involved. Therefore, please check all measurements (both yours and those of the costume!) carefully. If you have any questions about the garments or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.