"We live in a fantasy world, a world of illusion."
Iris Murdoch
Fantasy Corsetry and Costume
Corset in stunning turquoise silk, embellished in a wave pattern with Swarovski crystals and embroidery in metallic threads. This is complemented by a multi-layered skirt in organza and tulle, with pearl embellishments.
The back view of the Persephone corset and skirt highlights the sculptural rushing and embellishment of the skirt.
This fantasy costume was inspired by the legend of the Baltic Amber room in St. Petersburg, Russia. It comprises a recycled wedding dress, enhanced by a machine-embroidered overskirt with a spectacular gold silk corset lavishly embroidered in gold work.
This close-up shows the detail of some of the gold embroidery on the corset, which goes round the full body and is enhanced with crystals and pearls.
This back view of the corset shows the silk-shaded flowers and trailing golden stems of the embroidery.
This detail of the machine embroidery shows the fabric created from layers of organza and metallic fibres, enhanced with machine embroidery and hand beading.
This corset for a gentleman was made to accommodate his false breasts to give a more realistic look to his Gay Pride outfit.
A truly glamourous image featuring the Belladonna corset in black satin, with embroidery and quilting details.
The bespoke nature of hand-made corsetry is shown here, with a cut and fit that enhances the figure to fit like a luxurious second skin.