Georgian stays, size 16

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Georgian stays, size 16
  • Georgian stays, size 16
  • Georgian stays, size 16
  • Georgian stays, size 16
  • Georgian stays, size 16
  • Georgian stays, size 16
  • Georgian stays, size 16
  • Georgian stays, size 16

  • Georgian stays, size 16

  • stays in brocade
  • From £420.00
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 A sumptous pair of stays, 1760-90s

 

 Features:

*Made in 2 layers: sturdy cotton duck canvas and stunning silk/ wool damask from Sudbury silk mills,

* bound with cotton bias tape.

* ties at the shoulder straps and at the back with linen tape.

* spiral lacing 

* boned with synthetic whalebone - sturdy and mimicking the qualities of the original whalebone well, centre front boned with flat steel bones for durability .

* eyelets worked by hand 

 * for economy's sake, the inside finish and constriction techniques are modern - do contact us  if you would like bespoke clothing made using original Georgian techniques!  

 

Options:

*Underarm leather reinforcement - makes for a more comfoprtable wear and preserved the bound edge from fraying. 

*  Horizontal chest boning: an additional horizontal bone, usually 10-12mm wide., is encased oin a casing and stitched tpo the inside of the chest for more support = a frequent feature in period stays.

Bespoke stays like these start from £750.

 

 Measurements:

 Stays close  at chest - 38" (97cm) , waist 34" ( 87cm), side length 7.5" ( 18cm). Best suited to natural measurements of chest  40-44, waist 36-39"

 

 Stays, just like corsets, should be comfortable and not restrict your movement. It will take a few wears for the bones to mould to your body, so please do not lace too tight!

 

 Overseas buyers:

Please note  you are responsible for any custom fees/ VAT/tariffs  your country levvies on imported items.

 

 DISCLAIMER 

 Please note that wearing an incorrect size or incorrect use of a corset/stays might result in  health issues.  They can be beneficial in certain conditions - but detrimental in others, so if you have a back/ spine/rib condition please check with your doctor prior to purchasing one.  A well fitted corset should feel like a  hug and should not cause any discomfort. 

If you need a corset/stays to help with any issues, please consult and order bespoke with a profesional medical corsetiere who would be able to  design the amount of support  suitable to your needs.

 It is recommended that only ladies over 18 years old wear and buy corsets.

Prior Attire will not be liable for any medical issues caused by incorrect fit or incorrect/prolonged wearing etc of our corsets/stays.