Corselet

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Corselet from 1975

A corselet is a bodice shirt that reaches under the buttocks , is often provided with suspenders and is therefore only worn under dresses and skirts. One variant is the pant corselet, which is closed in the crotch like a body . In some cases, bodysuits cannot be clearly distinguished from pant corselets. In contrast to the undershirt, it is supposed to beautify the figure , analogous to the pantyhose . In general, it is a women's garment.

material

Corselets are mostly made of polyamide (nylon) and elastane (Lycra).

cut

Not clearly classifiable as a trouser corselet or body

The bra cups are incorporated into the part, which is why it is also specified in bra sizes (for example: 85D). There are also corselets with a large neckline and no cups, with which a separate bra can be worn. The stomach area is often reinforced with additional layers of fabric to make the stomach appear flatter. Often the upper front can be closed with a hook strip and an additional zipper over it. To make it easier to go to the toilet, the trouser corselet can be opened at the crotch with a hook strip or split gusset .

Bodice body with a large neckline for a separate bra

Colours

Plain black, white, and skin tones are common. There are also strong dark colors (burgundy, navy).

Web links

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Individual evidence

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