Countess Bodice *New* [countessbodice] - $212.00 : Odd Bodkin Renaissance Shop, Inspired by History, Designed for You!

Our Countess Bodice is built on the base of our very popular Goddess Bodice. While a corset is an undergarment, this bodice is built with all the sturdiness, boning and shaping power of a corset, without having to wear two items.

We have taken some liberties with history, however, so you should not consider this a historically accurate item. You can read all about the design & features on our blog.

The Countess Bodice is an extremely adjustable, comfortable and uninhibiting bodice. The steel boning is carefully placed to provide a flattering shape and maximum support for your assets, be they great or small.

We have been developing this style since 2001 and are finally releasing it on our website, though it has been for sale on a limited basis for a few years now. The design is based on our Goddess Bodice, but has a front removable, reversible and interchangeable stomacher piece that allows you to lace from the front and have the ultimate in versitility.

It is as comfortable as the Goddess Bodice, but gives you two additional adjustment points, allows for lacing up yourself in the front or being laced in from the back, as well as matching stomachers/shoulder strap sets to all your other garb.

You should feel comfortable enough to engage in any faire activity, whether shopping or riding on horseback. The Countess Bodice is the result of several years of testing various designs "in the field". This design has proven itself during numerous activities including grueling 14 hour work days in extreme heat and cold while sword fighting, singing and dancing.

We feel confident that you will fall in love with it as we have!

Click on the for more information about each option.

Features:

Interchangable, reversible stomachers that change width with each size.
- Get new stomacher and shoulder strap sets or flip them over for a whole new look without buying a new bodice.
- Weight change that made your bodice too big or too small? Get a stomacher in a smaller or larger size than the actual bodice and cheat the fit without having to invest in a whole new bodice.
- Just had a baby? Order the size you will be once you lose the baby weight in the bodice itself, then get a stomacher set one size up. Email us if you need help choosing this option.
- Speaking of babies, this will also be the most discreet and comfortable for breast feeding, since you can just release the side you need.
- When traveling, just pack one bodice with a stomacher/shoulder strap set or two. More variety in a smaller space!
Size 0 grommets, the same as on the rest of our bodices.
- No need to worry about swapping out stomachers and shoulder straps. The holes are plenty big and spaced for optimal lacing. Switch them out quickly.
- Standardized punching charts allow all standard stomachers/shoulder straps to fit on bodices, no matter what size.
Get laced in from the back or the front. It's your choice.
- No more having to run around finding someone to lace you up.
- Lots of lacing points for ultimate adjustability. Feeling a little bloated? Not a problem.
Steel boning
- Bones on the back closure and on either side of the stomacher. On larger sizes, there are 3 bones on the stomacher itself, on smaller sizes, just two will fit.
- We only ever use 1/2" wide, flat steel boning. I've tried other types and there's just no comparison in my opinion. We use just enough boning to give you the right shape and allow you to have lots of movement. Sure, we could load up on boning, but how fun is that to wear? For every piece of boning, we ask ourselves if it adds more than it detracts. We can always add more if you really want it. $5 a piece, installed!
Lots of Customizations for you
- This is going to be intimidating for some people but I'm just an email or a phone call away if you need some assistance.
- If you can't tell if the fabric swatches will go together, you can now order swatches to be mailed to you so you can look at them physically.

Specifications:

See our Bodice Measuring Chart.

Please Choose:

Fabric Information

Swatch Book

Not sure what to pick? Order some swatches to choose from & select "Still Deciding" from the drop down menu. Click to order Swatches.

Select a Fabric and enter the number and name in the box.

Each side of the Stomacher has a different fabric. Enter your choice in the box.

Fabric Selection

Accent Fabric Info

"Accents" are extra pieces of fabric added to the garment. They include collars, shoulder caps, split caps, skirting, picadills, stomachers and others.

If you don't want to have accents on your garb, select "None".

If you want the entire garment including Accents made of the fabric you chose above, select "Same".

If you want a complimentary fabric used, view your options on our swatch page and select the fabric of your choice.

Bottom Accents are not available on this garment as a standard option. Call or email if you want them to discuss your options!

Stomacher Side A

Stomacher Side B

Accent Fabric Selection

Shoulder Accent Info

View pictures of our shoulder accents.

Solid shoulder caps are small, crescent shaped epaulets sewn onto the shoulder.

Split caps are the same as solid shoulder caps, except they are split into two pieces.

Fabric Style Info

If the swatch you chose is a Velvet, Velveteen or Suede or Satin/Satin Brocade (shiny Asian style brocades), please choose "Velvet, Velveteen & Satin"..

Otherwise, choose Brocade & Others.

Fabric Style

Select from:

Brocade & Others

Velvet, Velveteen & Satin
( +$10.00 )

Albannach Plaid
( +$20.00 )

Shoulder Accents

Size Info

Measure yourself carefully and compare your measurements to the chart.

If you are a standard size, choose it from the drop down.

If you need a custom size, choose "Custom" and enter your measurements in the boxes provided below.

Size

Custom Info

If you entered "Custom" above, then enter your measurements in the spaces provided below.

Bust

Underbust

Waist

Hip

Underarm Inseam

Grommet Color Info

Grommets are the small metal rings that are inserted in the fabric to protect it while lacing. Choose the color that best suits your personal style and your fabric choice.

Grommet Color

Select From Below:

Gold

Silver

Black

Bias Tape Info

This is the trim that outlines the edges of your bodice or doublet. Black is standard, but for a more unique look, pick one of the colors available. If you need help deciding, just email or call.

Bias Tape

White

Smoke

Gray

Black

Cream

Camel

Spice

Brown

Royal Blue

Navy Blue

Purple

Red

Berry

Claret

Olive

Green

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Date Added: 03/09/2009 by Malanee Tossava

I just got my new Countess bodice. Tried it on and wore it for a bit and it's GREAT! The reversibili...

We have taken some liberties with history, however, so you should not consider this a historically accurate item. You can read all about the design & features on our blog.

We feel confident that you will fall in love with it as we have!

Click on the for more information about each option.

Features:

Interchangable, reversible stomachers that change width with each size.
- Get new stomacher and shoulder strap sets or flip them over for a whole new look without buying a new bodice.
- Weight change that made your bodice too big or too small? Get a stomacher in a smaller or larger size than the actual bodice and cheat the fit without having to invest in a whole new bodice.
- Just had a baby? Order the size you will be once you lose the baby weight in the bodice itself, then get a stomacher set one size up. Email us if you need help choosing this option.
- Speaking of babies, this will also be the most discreet and comfortable for breast feeding, since you can just release the side you need.
- When traveling, just pack one bodice with a stomacher/shoulder strap set or two. More variety in a smaller space!
Size 0 grommets, the same as on the rest of our bodices.
- No need to worry about swapping out stomachers and shoulder straps. The holes are plenty big and spaced for optimal lacing. Switch them out quickly.
- Standardized punching charts allow all standard stomachers/shoulder straps to fit on bodices, no matter what size.
Get laced in from the back or the front. It's your choice.
- No more having to run around finding someone to lace you up.
- Lots of lacing points for ultimate adjustability. Feeling a little bloated? Not a problem.
Steel boning
- Bones on the back closure and on either side of the stomacher. On larger sizes, there are 3 bones on the stomacher itself, on smaller sizes, just two will fit.
- We only ever use 1/2" wide, flat steel boning. I've tried other types and there's just no comparison in my opinion. We use just enough boning to give you the right shape and allow you to have lots of movement. Sure, we could load up on boning, but how fun is that to wear? For every piece of boning, we ask ourselves if it adds more than it detracts. We can always add more if you really want it. $5 a piece, installed!
Lots of Customizations for you
- This is going to be intimidating for some people but I'm just an email or a phone call away if you need some assistance.
- If you can't tell if the fabric swatches will go together, you can now order swatches to be mailed to you so you can look at them physically.