Zuzana, If you want a pattern for the shorter-waisted stays of the first half of the 17th century, try http://www.12eyes.co.uk/stays/stays.htm .
Having a minimal figure, I find a boned bodice adequate for middle-class attire. If you want to wear separate stays, I think you would still need light boning in the bodice. Kate Bunting Librarian & 17th century reenactor The University of Derby has a published policy regarding email and reserves the right to monitor email traffic. If you believe this email was sent to you in error, please notify the sender and delete this email. Please direct any concerns to [email protected] The policy is available here: http://www.derby.ac.uk/LIS/Email-Policy _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
