Let's draft the pattern for this corset with bardot neckline: the interesting part is the construction of panels that create a built-in shawl collar with pleats.
Trace a copy of your contoured bodice (block with darts and zero wearing ease) to start. We suggest using a woven, medium weight fabric as taffeta or duchesse with interlining (fusible or tundra as you prefer). We also recommend full lining ;)
Trace a copy of your bodice, then extend it 6 to 9cm below waistline in center front, blending to waist point on side.
Draw the plunging neckline in center front 2 or 3cm below bust line, then measure up 7 to 9cm along dart legs for enough coverage (adjust the measurement according to your breasts size).
Drop 2 to 3cm on side seam on both front and back, then draw the new nwckline.
Highlight underbust line in front piece and widen waist dart so that it is 3cm both at waist and underbust – only on front.
If you need to further shape underbust, curve inwards side seams at its level.
Cut through the neckline but do NOT throw the upper part.
Use back dart to separate center back and side back panel.
On front, draw 6 slash lines to identify 7 panels – draw also one slash line for manipulating shoulder dart a bit sideway.
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