ABSTRACT
The corset has two main panels with the shaping created by the gusset inserts. The hip and bust gussets are machine quilted and the corset is stiffened with cording and boning. The machine gold stitching and delicate flossing demonstrate the artistry of the corset maker. From the collections of Leicestershire County Council: Symington Collection, England. The role of the corset increased as it was essential to creating this new shape of dress, making the corset an essential part of a woman's wardrobe. The 1875 corset pattern is a little more complicated to draft than those with multiple panels as the bust gussets can only be calculated once you have your model's measurements. Creating a smooth curve for both the hip gusset and front panel is also important and is an area to take care over when drafting. However it is worth persevering with this pattern as the final result is a corset that produces a striking historical silhouette.
