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Edwardian

From Titanic to Downton Abbey, our Edwardian collection features several pieces to guide you through the ages. From the S-Bend shaping of the Gibson Girl to the longline slimming of the later years.

c. 1905 Mae Corset Custom

c. 1905 Mae Corset Custom

from $615.00

Upgrade your look with a silk version of our S-Bend c. 1905 Mae corset. With options to add a front closing busk and straps in your choice of silk colors.

The Mae enhances the s-curve shape of this period. It has a lower bust line, encourages the torso to tip forward, and has ¼” spiral bones on the curved seams. The Mae exhibits the art nouveau style with its graceful curves. The neckline in the front is set very low, about 1/2" above the bust line.

  • Fabrics and colors:
    Your choice of any color silk dupioni. See the full range of colors here: Silk Baron
    We recommend ordering color swatches to see colors in real life before deciding on your final selection.
    Options for custom fabrics or using your own fabrics available by request

  • Sizes: S-4XL or custom See our size chart here

  • Alterable side seams for a customized fit

  • Optional added center front busk closure

  • Optional added straps

  • Optional design add-ons available by request (lace and ribbon trim, vertical piping, etc.)

Please note this item is considered custom and not available for exchanges or returns. Purchases with custom materials may be supplied a fitting corset to start before constructing in final fabrics. Corset will be custom sized to you.

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Silk flatlined Mae with front busk for Theatre J’s “Intimate Apparel” Photo by Ryan Maxwell Photography

Awa Sal Secka, Renee Elizabeth Wilson, and Susan Lynskey in Intimate Apparel by Lynn Nottage. Photo by Ryan Maxwell Photography

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Flatlined c. 1905 Mae corset with center front busk with added trims and satin covered bone lines.

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Hand painted silk Mae with busk, painted by designer Doris Black