The Merry Widow corset as it was meant to be, fully boned and functional, but with a modern bra top for a fully modern fashion profile.

This is a merry widow corset I made for myself.  It has a pattern matched linen and velveteen cover, black velveteen gores and cups, a lacing panel, ribbon shoulder straps, and riveted speed-lacing for the front closure.

Linen and Velvet Merry Widow

Core: Two layers of corset coutil
Cover: Linen blend burlap-like fabric with velveteen cutwork, and black velveteen
Cup Size: "B"
Boning: 1/2" and 1/4" wide flat spring steel bones
Piecing: 5 panels per side, 2 hip gores per side
Front Closure: Riveted boot hooks and speed laces

These corsets are styled after the fashion profiles of the late Victorian and Edwardian. Underbusts come up to right under the bust, or just a bit below. Waist cinchers usually just cover from the bottom of the rib cage to the top of the hips.

This corset is a bespoke custom commissioned underbust, with a pattern-matched brocade cover, leather edging, faux buckle accents, a lacing panel, and a split metal double-busk.

Brocade and Leather Steam

Fabric: Brocade upholstery fabric
Edging/Details: Lightweight leather
Boning: 1/4" and 1/2" wide flat spring steel bones
Piecing: Six panels per side
Busk: 8" metal straight busk