Bound & Determined: A Visual History of Corsets, 1850-1960 - Paperback

by Kristina Seleshanko (Author)

This revealing history of corsetry ranges from the 19th through the mid-20th centuries to show how simple laced bodices developed into corsets of cane, whalebone, and steel. Lavish illustrations include line drawings and photographs.

Author Biography

Author of Dover's 60 Civil War Era Fashion Patterns, Kristina (Harris) Seleshanko has written 16 books and scores of articles for publications such as Woman's Day, Victorian Decorating and Lifestyle, and Sew News.