1810s Regency Short Stays

In a dramatic departure from the rigid, conical silhouettes of previous centuries, women of the Regency era adopted a softer, more romantic look with a raised waist and columnar line. To achieve the new fashionable silhouette, they began wearing corsets which emphasized and lifted the curve of the bust.  Our Regency short stays are the perfect foundation for the neoclassical-inspired fashions of the early 1800s through the late 1820s. This style is a lighter alternative to a full length corset. With that in mind, we recommend our long stays for plus sizes as they provide more shaping and support. Details: Appropriate for 1800–1820s Cotton sateen fashion fabric outer layer English cotton coutil and twill strength/lining layers Steel boning Center back lacing with two-piece nickel grommets Alterable side seams and straps Based on historical examples from Jane Austen's time, our Regency stays utilize theatrical construction techniques and modern materials to bring you an accurate silho