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The set of patterns such as the diagram given on the next page forms one of the most fashionable corsets in use at the present day, and will be found to be all that an average figure could desire. Being exceedingly comfortable and well proportioned, yet fitting snugly and closely around the body, without any undue pressure on any portion of it, it moulds the figure into graceful lines, and gives the necessary support without any risk of harmful results.

If a diagram is reproduced by the ordinary inch tape it will give a pattern for a woman of average height and figure, with 22-inch waist, but with slight alterations can be adapted for either a tall or short person by increasing or diminishing the length of pattern as desired.

As the patterns are they produce a corset with waist line 3 1/2 inches from the top, 1/4 inch turnings being allowed on both sides of all sections. The sections are numbered 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, in consecutive order for making up, No. 1 on the left of the diagram being the front or busk piece, and No. 6 the back.

In 1915 and early 1916, the corset fashions had favored a longer skirt, to better control the hips and thighs. But in late 1916, the skirt of the corset shortened, and would remain shorter through the 1920s. This fashionable corset dates to 1916-1918, with it’s medium height bust and hip, natural lines to the waist, and curving lower edge. The Delineator magazine described latest corset fashions in 1917:

“The present silhouette is so perfect that until something better can be invented, it would be wicked to change it. The corset follows the natural lines of the figure indicating but not increasing the curve of the waist at the side, allowing the bust to fall into its natural place, keeping the hips and thighs as small as possible by means of a fairly long skirt, boned sufficiently to give support and control the abdomen, but with a moderate, reasonable amount of boning so that the figure appears soft and supple, and natural.” 43

The most suitable model for slight and medium figures. Made of good quality White Coutil, boned with finely tempered steels. Medium bust and hip. Strong hook and eye in the skirt below the front clasp. Four hose supporters. A comfortable, well-made, light-weight corset.

An R&G Model, particularly suitable for the short average figure. Made of White Coutil. The bust is cut low to ensure comfort and is trimmed with a fold of batiste and insertion. Medium long hip and skirt. The boning is rustless and pliable. Four hose supporters of good quality elastic. Sizes 19 to 28 Price $1.50

Truly comfortable low bust model, exceptionally popular with young women. A very special value. Splendid wearing strong garment. Made of good quality coutil. Pretty embroidery trimming. Four good hose supporters. Height of bust, 3 1/2 inches above waistline. Clasp, 10 inches long with two strong hooks below. Sizes, 19 to 26. Price $1.48