| Functional, modern bodice? [message #10154] |
Sun, 18 January 2009 13:08  |
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 allimarie
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Hey all, I'm new to the forum (but NOT new to Robin McKinley's books!)
I've decided lately that I want to wear a bodice, rather than a bra. I've been a bra-hater for at least 15 years, and I've always been in search of a better bra. I've come to the conclusion, however, that there's no such thing. I've worn homemade bodices for renaissance faires in the past (nothing fancy AT ALL), and I've decided that that method of "lifting the ladies" is way better. Of course, the only bodices I seem able to buy are costume-type, or SUPER EXPENSIVE corsets. I could make my own bodice, which I might resort to, but I'd rather buy a ready-made, yet functional, bodice. Anyone know of anything that might fit the bill?
Thanks!!
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10217 is a reply to message #10154 ] |
Sun, 18 January 2009 22:00  |
b_twin_1
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I haven't ever thought of a bodice being exclusively an undergarment before. I always thought of the corset as the undergarment and the bodice as the fitted top of, say, a dress. In other words the bodice would be fitted over the top of the corset. There is certainly a range of "corsets" (usually not the laced variety just a boned, strapless bra type) in lingerie shops but they might not fit your requirements. I've seen patterns for such things in old books that record the history of fashion etc. Perhaps you need to find someone who does costumes for plays and movies and such. At least they would have patterns that could be modified to suit you.
Failing that there is always duct tape as Blogmom suggested. But you wouldn't be using that on a daily basis I suspect....
I've got a plan so cunning you could put a tail on it and call it a weasel ~ Blackadder
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10256 is a reply to message #10154 ] |
Mon, 19 January 2009 17:12 |
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Custom built corsets are expensive because they are handmade and require the following:
- several fitting sessions
- materials (boning, clasps)
- fabric (the base fabric needs to be strong and there are limited options- if for external use the fancy fabric is usually quite expensive - silk, brocade etc)
- time - a lot of them are handsewn for a great deal of it
I have a friend who makes corsets
http://www.bastetcreations.co.nz/
and a well know shop out of Australia is Gallery Serpentine
http://www.galleryserpentine.com.au/
I have 3 corsets - off the shelf and for party wear mostly (and I sadly dont fit anymore) and I know several people who make their own by hand (either for every day use or for SCAdian garb)
The best advise I can give you is to find your local SCA people, and find out if there is a corset person in your area who you might be able to get to make one for you.
http://www.sca.org/geography/findsca.html#
PM me if you want more info
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10286 is a reply to message #10283 ] |
Mon, 19 January 2009 21:56 |
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allimarie
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Registered: January 2009
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I definitely ALWAYS do the two-bra ride and workout. 
I have had many days where I think I'll just wear sports-bras for everything, but 1, I hate the look of a "uni-boob" and 2, I seriously think the idea of a bra is flawed. I mean, the concept of weight-redistribution might work if there's not much weight to begin with, but....
Anyway, I'll check out that sports-bra site, because I haven't tried a new brand since I discovered Champion about 10 years ago. Thanks! 
And thanks, BlueRose; I might check that out. I've looked at some custom sites before, and I've definitely noticed the prohibitive cost! I just wish I had the skill to make my own!
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10638 is a reply to message #10154 ] |
Tue, 27 January 2009 21:50 |
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Hey, I could fit you, and build the bodice--how soon can you get to Salt Lake?
"And by the way you look fantastic in your boots of Chinese plastic."
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10663 is a reply to message #10154 ] |
Wed, 28 January 2009 07:47 |
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yea, spill it pilgrim.lol
Bonnie Holmes the faster ahead I go, the more behind I get
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10735 is a reply to message #10154 ] |
Thu, 29 January 2009 19:23 |
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Oh girls, I used to make wedding dresses. But I stopped. You know why? Because they were wedding dresses. Bridezilla!
I can't just draw up a pattern, though. But if someone shows me what they want, I can assemble patterns and then take a leap of faith. This one woman wanted this dress that had these gorgeous, satin shirred sleeves. I did several mockups using muslin, and finally figured out the pattern--the sleeve--before I did the shirring--was 10 feet long.
I do not mis those days. Sewing on those tiny beads. No No No.
But I think now I have an idea of what to do for my quilt square...
"And by the way you look fantastic in your boots of Chinese plastic."
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10740 is a reply to message #10154 ] |
Thu, 29 January 2009 20:00 |
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yea, i can't wait to see it.
Bonnie Holmes the faster ahead I go, the more behind I get
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| Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #10800 is a reply to message #10154 ] |
Sat, 31 January 2009 13:53 |
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Yes! And you can always pin it to the bride if she's afraid the sarong would fall down!
"And by the way you look fantastic in your boots of Chinese plastic."
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 Re: Functional, modern bodice? [message #12844 is a reply to message #10283 ] |
Thu, 12 March 2009 12:43 |
celticengineer
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Two-bra ride? Brilliant! I've been wondering what to do about the jiggle, never thought of that. Underarmour are quite good - Danskin used to do a very nice encapsulation-style bra (now mine's falling apart and they discontinued it.
The other fundamental wrong-concept of sports bras is putting this really TIGHT constriction round your ribs when you would really quite like to breathe fast, deeply. I feel very guilty when girthing up the horse.
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