Elevate your foundation wardrobe with this 1960s Powerlastic Open Bottom Girdle in size Small. Crafted from a blend of nylon, cotton, lastex, and rayon, it offers a comfortable yet firm control. Featuring an encased elastic waist and elasticised hem bottom. There are front and back elastic garter tabs to accommodate your detachable clips for easy customization. The sheer Powerlastic control fabric provides a smooth, no-cling fit, while the exterior satin tummy panel helps reduce bulking. Made with quality craftsmanship by Van Raalte.
The Van Raalte Company, founded in 1907 by brothers Emanuel and Zealie Van Raalte in New York City, originally made its name by manufacturing veils at a time when all veils were imported from France and England. By 1920, the company had become the largest silk-veiling and net factory in the world. Expanding into silk jersey cloth, gloves, underwear, and hosiery, it operated 12 factories along the East Coast and sold its products in upscale department stores. Van Raalte became synonymous with luxury, known for its high-quality products and the slogan, “VAN RAALTE: Because You Love Nice Things.”
Label: Van Raalte, Powerlastic, Made in USA
Modern size equivalent:
Measured flat (unstretched) and doubled where appropriate.
Waist: unstretched 24" - Max stretch 30"
Hips: 31"
Length from side to hem: 25"
Front center length: 11 1/2"
Back center length: 14 1/2"
Hem sweep: 14"
Care and condition: Encased elastic looks like it was replaced. The girdle is overdyed to help minimize stains and some residual color distortions remain. See the images. Hand wash separately in warm water and air dry.
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