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Thistlebee's Bodices.

Thistlebee's Bodices are usually a "made-to-order" item, although, occasionally we do have a few listed on Ebay. We are pleased to now be able to show you some examples here.

There are three styles: "Plain" Bodice "Fancy-tail" Bodice with a pleated back peplum and a "Full-Peplum" Bodice. All three styles lace up the front with eyelets. Leather, ribbon and woven (similar to shoe lacing) are generally used for the lacing. The type of lacing used will ultimately be your choice. Two yards of fabric are required for this bodice. (One for the lining and one for the outer bodice). Types of fabrics can vary, so please contact us and we can discuss your preferences. See bottom of page for sizing information table and reminder diagrams of the styles we offer.

All bodices are lined, are close fitting and can be "boned" for an additionally fee, although this style seems to allow ample support on it's own. Keep in mind when ordering, that the waist size listed is when the lacing is pulled together tightly. The skirts you see featured are all items we can also make for you.

Don't forget to visit the cloaks thumbnails page or cloak slide show, subject to fabric choices and availablity, we can make it for you. Please email us to inquire.


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100% cotton muslin bodice, with five lace closure and full peplum.
Can be made in any size.
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A beige/gold patterned bodice, complete with part peplum "tail" .
Closure by five point lacing.
 
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Made in gorgeous black peachskin, this bodice has a five lace closure,
and a "fancy-tail" peplum embossed in gold.
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Bodice sizes run as follows
Size
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
Bust
30½ "
31½ "
32½ "
34"
36"
38"
40"
42"
Waist
23"
24"
25"
26½ "
28"
30"
32"
34"
Hip
32½ "
33½ "
34½ "
36"
38"
40"
42"
44"
Back waist length
15 ½ "
15 ¾ "
16"
16¼"
16½"
16 ¾"
17"
17¼"

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The plain bodice pattern
The full peplum bodice version
Plain pattern with 'tail' pleasted peplum
"Plain" Bodice
"Full-Peplum" Bodice
"Fancy-tail" Bodice

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