Guessing from my collection, an inner front closing bodice that is worked into
the side seams...sort of like a partlet...front only. I also have seen net
chemisetts that cover front and back with side ties. Both have high collars.
The gown bodice then fastens on the left side from shoulder to waist, under arm.
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Sent 7/29/2011 3:58:52 AM
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Subject: [h-cost] Edwardian Bodice ClosureI am working on an article from 1902.
The dresses are for elderly women.
The article refers to a bodice with a Duchess front closing. What is this?
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