Corset
Brand
Cadolle
(French)
Spring 2007
Polyamide / viscose blend and cotton
Gift of Cadolle Paris
Object number2014.10.1
“The concept of the visible corset has become a socially acceptable form of erotic display,” wrote fashion historian Valerie Steele in her 2001 book, The Corset: A Cultural History. This example by Cadolle was designed as outerwear, but it can also be worn as lingerie. The choice of bright pink lace is overtly—and unapologetically—girlish.
DescriptionMalia boned corset in bright deep pink Chantilly lace of polyamide and viscose blend over pale pink cotton, bright deep pink laces at CB; sweetheart neckline; at front and back princess seaming, arced side waist seams and side hip yokes; form fitting, high hip length, rounded front; hook and eye closure at left side seamExhibitions