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Basque
Bodice
TSB-109
The definition
of a Basque Bodice is a bodice that extends below the waist, over the skirt.
Empress Eugenie of France made this Basque style popular.
In 1858 she ordered 25 of these garments in many fabric choices.
The bodice is not tight fitting, like most of the bodices worn; it
utilizes pleats or gathers and fabric belts to give it shape at the waistline.
This makes this garment more comfortable to wear than many of the tight-fitting
bodices. Options are included in
the pattern for three styles of edging: pleated, ruffled and a fabric ruching,
as well as an optional pelerine. This
pelerine hooks onto the neckline for a second look giving this garment a nice
versatility. The purpose of a Basque bodice would depend on the fabric
chosen. Basques made of light,
airy, solid and print cottons could be worn as morning and at-home attire, as
well as fancy day dresses. Basques made of heavier cottons, silks, linens, wools
and brocades would be used for day dresses, visiting garments, traveling attire
and for riding habits
Many Basque style bodices were combined with skirts for a complete outfit. Try TSS-201 Double Opening Skirt, TSS-202 Gauged Skirt or TSS-203 Gored Skirt. This was the forerunner of the suit. Done in a cream or soft pastel, this would be a great bodice for a late afternoon or dinner wedding.
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Everson, Wa. 98247
360.966.5132 / 360.966.2665
