The big question isn't whether you love this outfit...whether you need this outfit... whether your life will lose all meaning if you don't have this outfit... Because you already know the answer is a resounding "YES!" to all.

The BIG question is which side of this gorgeous bodice will you wear first???

Perfect for Halloween Parties, Historical Re-enactments and Pirating it up at the Faire. And because the bodice is reversible, it's like getting two for the price of one!
(Even though this is listed as a "costume", it is far superior to "costume-quality" garments...believe me, there is a difference. My high quality historical clothing will last for many years of enjoyment.)

The Bodice
The first side is made with a breathtaking gold and black chenille with a woven Renaissance design...a very thick and luxurious weight. It reverses to a luxurious black faux suede fabric. This side is accented with black and taupe jacquard trim in the front and back, placed at a figure flattering angle. Black cording laces up the front through 14 black grommets and at the shoulders through 4 grommets for easy adjustment. The cording ends are crimped with aiglets for ease of threading and a nice, finished look.

This VERY sturdy bodice is designed to achieve the period-correct conical figure (no darts or princess seams) by pressing the chest and stomach flat and squeezing the bosom up above the neckline. (Unfortunately, my dress form can't "squish", but hopefully you get the idea!). It has heavy interfacing, 1/4" spring steel boning in the front grommet seams, 1/2" spring steel boning inconspicuously placed under the jacquard trim (no tell-tale boning stitching shows on either side) and poly boning in the side seams. What does all this mean to you?
Superb support and excellent durability for many years of wear.

The Cotton Split Overskirt
Is made with four full yards of black 100% cotton fabric in a cool, comfortable weight and will be a great addition to your garb collection. It has a drawstring waist for the perfect fit. (I prefer drawstring to elastic in the skirts of my own costumes since they can be worn very tightly under a gown or bodice without riding down.)
Circumference is a full 144 inches. Hemmed to desired length up to 43".

The Crinkle Gauze Skirt
Is made from lightweight, soft, breezy taupe cotton crinkle gauze. (Unbleached muslin available upon request.)
Also made with a drawstring waist. Circumference is a 150 inches... hemmed to desired length up to 43 inches. (When I wear two skirts, I prefer one of them be lightweight gauze so there is less bulk at my waist.)
This skirt will go with so many other pieces in your garb wardrobe!

Cavalier lady chemise, belt, pewter tankard, and mug strap are NOT included but are available for purchase.

Measurement Information I'll need:
1. Measure bust at fullest (do not go by bra size)
. 2. Measure waist at smallest
3. For torso length measure at the very top of your shoulder where the front and back straps will meet, then go directly down your back to your waist without angling over to your center waist. If you need a diagram, I can email you one.
4. For skirt length, measure from waist to wherever you'd like the hem to hit keeping in mind the shoes you'll be wearing and added fullness from a hoop slip or crinoline.

Snugness Preference:
SP #1: For maximum push-up and cinching, the bodice should be about 2-3 inches smaller in the bust and an inch or so smaller in the waist than your actual measurements. This is a VERY snug fit and not recommended if you're really into comfort or for "A" cup girlies.
SP #2: For a reasonably comfortable fit but still a bit of enhancement, the bodice should be about an inch smaller in the bust and the waist about the same as your actual measurement.
SP #3: For total comfort, the bodice bust should be about the same as your bust measurement and the bodice waist should be about an inch large to allow for bulkiness from the skirt.

For more information on how to properly measure for this bodice ensmble you can go here.

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