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The corset cover is a 19th Century washable undergarment that is worn over the corset to protect it from spills and rubbing from the bones of the bodice. The corset cover buttoned center front which distinguishes it from the camisole, which didn’t button as the corset would have pushed the buttons into the skin.

Written by Hollis Jenkins-Evans


Mid 1870's Corset cover with open work embroidery, - Courtesy of artizania

Mid 1870’s Corset cover with open work embroidery,

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1910 corset cover with Broderie Anglaise  - Courtesy of artizania

1910 corset cover with Broderie Anglaise

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