Cupped Corset Dress Pattern with pockets: Peggy - in sizes UK8-24 (US 4-20) Waist 22-28''

This is a 12-panelled integrated cupped corset dress pattern with a flared mid-century-inspired skirt. It has a beautiful curve to accentuate your waist. Sizes (UK) 8 -24 (US 4 - 20), waist 22-38'' with cup sizes A-DD and instructions for anyone with experience who may want to adjust for largest cup sizes. Note that as this is a cupped corset it is an advanced level design.

ALSO INCLUDES A 28 PAGE MANUAL OF GENERAL CORSET CONSTRUCTION AND FITTING NOTES (see video)!

It is recommended that you make a toile to the under-bust measurement and adjust the waist from this - with cupped corsets it is imperative that the under-bust fits snugly so that the cups are pulled taught against the sternum (a wire will also help) in the same way as an elastic bra band - the cups will tend to flop forwards if this is not correct. Cut and sew foam will help with cup rigidity (as straps are not included as an option in this pattern).

This pattern askes that direct measurements are taken of the breast to ascertain the cup, under-bust and cradle size. In addition to ensuring the under-bust (and bottom of the cups) sit at the normal bra band, and the under-bust, waist and hip are correct for the model, two breast measurements are taken and the correct underwire needs to be assessed using a wire size chart and/or a breast root trace.

The cup consists of 2 bottom panels and 1 top panel. The three breast measurements taken are the bottom cup depth (BCD), the cross cup width (CCW) and the breast root trace (to give an idea of the required wire size). These measurements dictate which 2 bottom cups within the nested sizes should be used. The BCD and CCW are linked according to standard measurements however the direct measurements taken may differ – the breast may be flatter for instance compared to its width and have a smaller BCD to CCW ratio. For the purposes of this pattern, err on the side of the BCD when choosing the bottom cups however tips are given if you need to adjust the ratio of these two measurements.

The wire size chosen should encompass the entire breast when splayed slightly. Assess a wire against the chart given and apply that wire size, or measure the breast root and compare with the wire length chart. Typical wire sizes against the BCD and CCW are given, and the cup sizes they cover. There are many adjustments that can be made to the cup using the combinations given that will result in a cup that is essentially made-to-measure.

Conventional wisdom dictates that the corset body should be made to fit initially (especially at the under-bust – the bra wires need to be held close against the sternum mimicking the elastic of a bra as much as possible) and the cups fitted properly afterwards.

This pattern is drafted in AutoCAD and available as an instant download - you will need to print out on size letter (A) or A4 paper making sure actual size and centre the print is ticked in your print dialogue box. Please use Adobe Reader as your PDF previewer - you will then be able to isolate only the sizes you require for printing. This pattern is highly nested and individual lines will not be able to be discerned if the sizes not required are not hidden (isolated) within the PDF.