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How much should a corset cost?

18th century, Behind the seams, Belle époque (late victorian to WWI), Cosplay, Historical and historically inspired, Original costumesBy Beatrice VaccariJune 11, 2026Leave a comment

A corset maker explains in detail why custom corsetry may look expensive, and explains why a custom piece is worth the cost.

Lots of things I wanted to know on historical corsetry

Behind the seams, Belle époque (late victorian to WWI), Historical and historically inspired, Original costumesBy Beatrice VaccariJune 5, 2026Leave a comment

Curious about historical corsets? Learn how corsets worked, why they were worn, common myths, historical construction techniques, comfort, health concerns, and how corsetry evolved through the centuries.

corset stays

Historical Corsets Explained: History, Myths, Comfort, Health and Frequently Asked Questions

18th century, Behind the seams, Belle époque (late victorian to WWI), Cosplay, Historical and historically inspired, Original costumes, Other erasBy Beatrice VaccariJune 4, 2026Leave a comment

A few basics about corsetry, from someone who has been making and wearing them for more than fifteen years, and has also a physiotherapy degree

I promise I don’t hate brides

Behind the seams, Booking & Policies, Original costumes, UncategorizedBy Beatrice VaccariMay 21, 2026Leave a comment

Bridal couture is beautiful, emotional and often exhausting. An artisan dressmaker reflects on wedding culture, perfectionism, difficult bridal dynamics and why she now accepts only a limited number of wedding dress commissions.

A gown for an Evil Queen

Original costumes, UncategorizedBy Beatrice VaccariJanuary 20, 2018Leave a comment

A fantasy gown to e the fairest of them all

Autumn

Original costumes, UncategorizedBy Beatrice VaccariOctober 30, 2017Leave a comment

A dress inspired by the autumn golden light and the falling leaves.

Coppélia, the steampunk doll

Original costumes, UncategorizedBy Beatrice VaccariSeptember 21, 2017Leave a comment

Making a steampunk doll costume.

Odile, the black swan

Original costumes, UncategorizedBy Beatrice VaccariJuly 4, 2017Leave a comment

Gown made to attend The Swan Princess edition of Gala Nocturna. A mix between a long gown, a ballet costume and a corset, keeping the dance visible by showing the legs.

The Snow Queen

Original costumes, UncategorizedBy Beatrice VaccariJuly 4, 2017Leave a comment

This outfit is inspired by the fairy tale of mirrors and ice castles, rather than Frozen. And a hint of russian fairytale style.

Prokofiev coat – Royal Reverie

Original costumes, UncategorizedBy Beatrice VaccariJuly 22, 2016

This is a bit of McGonagall meets Mina of Bram Stoker’s Dracula with a hint of art déco. And I normally use it to walk around, as an everyday coat.

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