Student Gina in her corset
Overbust corset made by student Paris
Pattern adjustment © Vanyanis
Corsetmaking in progress © Vanyanis
Student Paris in her corset toile © Vanyanis
Student Lise in her corset toile © Vanyanis
Student Chantel in her overbust corset © Vanyanis
Perfect corset lacing © Vanyanis
Student Catherine in her overbust corset © Vanyanis
Perfect corset lacing © Vanyanis
Student Christine in her overbust corset © Vanyanis
Wellington Overbust Corsetry Course: April & May 2024
$ 1,095
Book your place in this Overbust Corsetry Course and learn how to make your own steel-boned genuine overbust corset. The focus of this class is learning how to perfect bust fit as well as a more in-depth look at refining corset fit overall. At the end of this corsetry course you’ll have a custom fitted corset (made with a single layer of coutil and fully lined) and personalised Vanyanís pattern to keep. You’ll gain the confidence, knowledge and inspiration to build on your success and make more corsets on your own. Receive expert guidance from an industry professional in a fun, warm environment in Wellington, New Zealand. All shapes, sizes and ages welcome!
- Dates: Sundays 7th, 14th, 28th of April and 5th, 12th, 19th of May 2024
- Times: 11am-5pm
- Location: Boulcott street, Wellington CBD, New Zealand
- Price includes: materials and pattern required to make your overbust corset (you will need to bring your own cotton lining)
- Refreshments included: tea, coffee and biscuits
- Experience: you must intermediate to advanced sewing skills or have previously attended one other Vanyanís corsetry course
- Small class size: 4-6 attendees
- Payment in full must be received by 12th of May 2024
- We will contact you closer to class commencement so you can select your coutil fabric from the available options
- There will be some homework to complete during the weeks between class sessions.
- Bookings close 17-March-2024
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Wellington Sewing Day [Date: TBC]
School Shop, ClassesDo you love sewing?! Perhaps you have a sewing project you need help with? Are you having trouble fitting that dress to your shape? Not sure how to achieve the desired result or know where to start? Want to know how to get a more professional finish? Or maybe you just need an excuse to get out of the house and make time for yourself to do what you love, in a dedicated sewing studio with like-minded people (let's be honest, life does have a habit of getting in the way and sometimes we need an 'event' or deadline to get us doing what we wanted to do anyway).
Come and join in our Sewing Day and get all the help and support you need from Lowana O'Shea as you work on your individual projects. This 'Sewing Day' is intended to be fun, casual and full of the shared enjoyment of sewing. Bring along anything you're working on (or wanting to start) and give yourself the excuse to get some serious work done on it. Want to see what we get up too? Click here.
- Date: To be confirmed
- Time: 11am - 4:30pm day
- Location: Boulcott Street, Wellington NZ
- Price includes: tuition, venue hire and refreshments
- Refreshments included: tea, coffee and biscuits
- Price does not include: materials, sewing machine hire, or lunch
- Bring: your sewing project, sewing machine (if needed), sewing kit & lunch
- Class size: 3-6 attendees
Vanyanís Engraved Busk – Gold
Engraved BusksOur busks are made in Germany and then engraved by hand in Melbourne (Australia)!
Inspired by the antique corsets of the Victorian era, these original Engraved Busks are created by Vanyanís and are the first of their kind in about 100 years! These high quality German 'silver' stainless steel busks have been carefully engraved with a delicate gold laurel leaf design on each loop of the busk. The gold laurel comes up beautifully. It's not as bold as the black, but a little more subtle and very delicate. They're perfect if you're just wanting to add a little extra detail without being too 'showy'. (For a super subtle effect consider the silver engraving.)
Using the very best of modern technology the pretty laurels come up crisp and clear on each loop and do not rub off or wear away. They are the perfect finishing touch for your special corset, whether you're recreating an antique design or just love luxurious little details in your corsetry. Engraved Busks are not made anywhere else in the world - they are unique to Vanyanís and now available to you! We can't possibly make corsets for everyone so have made these available to everyone so that anyone can enjoy these very special busks.
For more information about our busks check out the 'tabs' below.
Ebonique Lace and Satin Skirt with Pockets
Ready to Wear, SkirtsIMPORTANT: This item is on "clearance" and all sales are final.
At Vanyanís, we believe that elegance goes hand in hand with comfort and utility. This is why our decadent satin skirt has two generously deep hidden pockets - freeing you of the need for a clutch should you choose.
Featuring an exquisite panel of Leavers Lace over a burgundy satin panel, this skirt is the height of luxury and we've loved bringing a couture feel to this garment. The skirt is fully lined in cupro (a hypoallergenic, anti-static fabric made from the silky fibers of the cotton plant) which feels incredibly soft against your skin. The featured lace is a match to our Sweetheart Tops.
The skirt is cleverly cut to accentuate your waist and hips, without adding 'bulk' at the front. The luxurious black satin is gathered at the back and sides, joining the flat front. The hemline is generous and you instantly want to swish about when you wear it. Why not wear a petticoat underneath for a vintage feel?
(To ensure the long life of this garment, please see the ‘Fabric & Care’ tab below for all care instructions.)
Ruby Underbust Corset
Ready to Wear, CorsetsThe Ruby Underbust Corset is a luxurious, limited edition design from our first ready-to-wear corset collection. Featuring exquisite black lace that has been carefully cut and sewn to best accentuate your curves. The lace is laid over a deep red satin and the corset is bound with a decadent silk duchess binding and laces up with a soft satin ribbon.
One of the trademark features of a Vanyanís corset is the sleek silhouette and smooth, wrinkle-free finish on the fabric. The Ruby Corset is made with the best materials we could find (including a European coutil strength layer, German steel black busk and the most luxurious satin ribbon lacing). It has 30 spiral and flat steel bones, but still feels 'light' to wear as the quality fabrics provide strength and support without being bulky. (For those that love details, check out the ‘Corset Details’ tab below for all specifications on this corset.)
The Ruby Corset is cut to frame your bust and features a high back for a smooth silhouette. The corset comes with a structured modesty panel that is easily removable without having to unlace the corset (we used snaps!). Each corset comes in a beautiful branded box, perfect for gifting to yourself or a loved one. Click here to view a video showcasing the details.
The level of care and attention-to-detail that has gone into this making collection has resulted in an exceptional corset that will make you feel incredible.
PLEASE NOTE: The very last corset from this collection, a size 22, does not have a modesty panel included. The price has been adjusted to reflect this. This item is on "clearance" and cannot be returned as per our policies.