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Milano

SewingLab

Milano

Corset with draped bardot neckline

Pattern characteristics: inner corset on front with lower neckline and an interesting upgrade of cowl collar construction that creates a soft drape at neckline, while also forming a sleeve band.

Style analysis: this Vivienne Westwood bridal dress has a stunning corset bodice with the following features:

  • it features an off-the-shoulder neckline with a wide, softly structured band that gently frames the shoulders and collarbones
  • the bodice is smooth and form-fitting, boned for structure but without visible seams or topstitching.

The design emphasizes elegance through clean lines and sculptural simplicity rather than embellishments. The overall aesthetic is minimalistic yet regal, suitable for couture bridal or formalwear.

Fabric: high-quality structured satin or mikado.

Here is the tutorial for drafting the skirt.

https://vimeo.com/1095230511/9195c45489?ts=22000&share=copy
Step 1

Start from a contoured block (instructions for drafting on personal measurement are included in our basic blocks course/module 1) and draw:

  • new armholes
  • back neckline
  • front neckline where corset ends, then there will be the fabric outer layer that drapes into the cowl neckline
  • style line for separating side front panel from front draped pieces
  • slash lines for bones on front.
https://vimeo.com/1094984959/fd1999e3e2?ts=0&share=copy
Step 2

Draw slash line for back bones and divide back dart into 2 smaller ones.

https://vimeo.com/1094985084/00d9c6fa46?ts=0&share=copy
Step 3

Trace separate pieces from back.

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