1914 Edwardian Corset Large X-Large

Label: The Spirella Co. Inc. U.S.A. Stamped Spirella 34 Pat. Mar 13, 1900, June 2, 1914.
"Velvet Clasp" marked on hardware.

The back lacing allows for some size adjustment, when laced closed, it fits a modern support garment X-Large. The general rule of thumb is to buy 2 inches smaller than your measurements.

Modern support garment size X-Large
Actual measurements laced close, flat and doubled where appropriate
Top pit to pit: 36 inches
Waist 29 inches
Hips 38 inches
Side length 17 inches
Strap width to size your clips: 3/4 inch

Care and Condition: The fabric is still sturdy and could be restored with some care. Issues include stains, several steel stays poking through the interior, rusted fittings, and one missing button tab. Six of the twenty stays have broken through. A period repair is visible at the bottom of the fastening stain, padded to prevent the stay from damaging outer garments.

This corset had a strong body odor, which we treated for two weeks with a homemade rubbing alcohol-based solution, followed by plenty of sunshine and fresh air. It no longer has a noticeable odor, but exposure to body heat could release residual smells, so further treatment may be needed. We do not recommend washing it, as the steel stays will rust if exposed to water.

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