Description

Ilja Repin, Warwara Ixkul von Hildenbandt (1889)

This bodice is designed after styles shown in many fashion magazines of 1884. The front of this bodice has a simulated vest portion. This vest can be of a different fabric and trimmed to effect. The front outline is pointed and the sides curve upward over the hip. The back and side-back have short “tails” that lay in loose box pleats to fit over any size bustle. The sleeve is in 2 pieces, and can be made either full, princess, or ¾-length. There is a double Military collar, which can also be made of separate fabric, to continue the vest effect.

Sizes XS-XXL (Bust 50 – 125 cm = 30 – 50″) included.

1883 Fashion Print

1885 Illustration