French Bodice
These bodices are great when versatility and comfort are more important than authenticity. Made with one side in a solid-colored cotton and the other in a matching printed cotton fabric. You choose the solid color, and because the availability of our printed cottons is always changing, we’ll choose a printed fabric that will complement your choice.
Available is sizes XS (Bust32-34), Small (Bust 35-38) , Medium (Bust 39-42), Large (Bust 43-46), XL (Bust 47-50), 2XL (Bust 50-54), 3XL (Bust 55-58). For a fuller list of garment measurements see chart at bottom of description.
Your choice of solid colors is: Colonial Blue, Navy Blue, Dark Green, and Burgundy.
This style bodice is waist length and laces in front to close.
Stock varies on this item, XS usually needs to be made
Please allow 2-4 weeks if garment to be made.
Made in USA
Item # FB-142
There has been a long-standing debate about the authenticity of sleeveless bodices. If you are working with a group or a juried event please check with them to see if this is accepted attire. Customers who are more concerned about historical accuracy should consider our Fitted Bodice or our Shortgown.
The sizing may vary slightly from bodice to bodice but here is a general set of measurement for each size bodice taken when laced completely closed.
XS Bust 32 - Waist 30 - Neck to Waist 145
Small Bust 35 - Waist 32 - Neck to Waist 16
Medium Bust 39 - Waist 36 - Neck to Waist 16-1/2
Large Bust 43 - Waist 40 - Neck to Waist 17
XL Bust 47 - Waist 44 - Neck to Waist 17-1/2
2XL Bust 50 - Waist 48 - Neck to Waist 17-3/4
3XL Bust 55 - Waist 52 - Neck to Waist 18-1/4
Measurement Guide:
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