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 [Date: TBC]
$ 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: To be confirmed
- Times: To be confirmed
- Location: The Stitchery Limited, 22 Prosser Street Elsdon, Porirua, 5022
- 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 prior to course commencement
- 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.
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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.)
Sif High Neck Lace Bralet
LingerieDesigned as the perfect piece of transitional lingerie to outerwear, this bralet is meant to be seen. The intricate lace offers an exquisite addition to a low cut neckline. The fine leavers lace is trimmed with ultra soft, plush finished elastic. The satin strap band and shoulder straps are both fully adjustable with luxe gold plated components. Two darts offer gentle lift to the bustline. For fuller bust customers seeking more support, this is a fantastic style to layer over your regular bra, or our Sif balconette bra.
This bralet is sized by dress size rather than bra size. For the best fit, please check your bust measurement against the size chart located in the tabs below. The band of this bralet is adjustable to suit a range of ribcage sizes.
Please refer to the tabs below for care instructions and fabric content for this bralet.
Vanyanís Corset Busk Pendant (Silver or Gold)
JewelleryFor corset lovers everywhere! With this delightful necklace pendant you can wear part of a corset every day. It's your very own little token to symbolize your love of corsets that you can wear anytime, in any occasion whether to work or a special event. This unique pendant is made from one of our original Engraved Corset Busk loops, that has been handcrafted in Melbourne and transformed into an elegant pendant. Available in "silver" or "gold" (see tabs below for further information).
The loop pendant has been expertly engraved with a two-tone antique black laurel design (reminiscent of Victorian corset details) and then transformed into a pendant (complete with a sterling silver or 9ct yellow gold loop) by a talented jeweller. The pendants are sold with or without a chain so that the wearer has full control over how they wear this little delicacy - whether that's on a soft satin ribbon, on your favourite chain, on a charm bracelet or even added to an existing necklace or garment, the choice is yours with this lovely corset pendant.
Our customer Emmelie said (on receiving her necklace) "I love how it must look quite mysterious to a non-corset wearer: it's obviously a very deliberate, even utilitarian shape - but what of?! I can't wait to be asked about it."It is beautifully presented in a branded black jewellery box, making it the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one. Make every day a luxury, with a Vanyanís Corset Pendant.
Please allow up to 2 weeks for manufacture of this item as it is made-to-order.
Wellington Corset Pattern Drafting: Part 1 [Date: TBC]
School Shop, ClassesBook your place in this Corset Pattern Drafting Class (Part One) and learn how to draft your own underbust corset patterns, completely from scratch! Even if you have no previous experience with drafting patterns, you can learn how to make underbust corset patterns using the unique Vanyanís method. The process is broken into easy-to-understand steps, giving you the knowledge to make a pattern from anyone's measurements.
The focus of this class is to learn how to create your own corset patterns from measurements, and fit them perfectly. You will learn how to take accurate measurements for corsetry and then using those measurements draft a six panel underbust pattern. During the class you will learn how to make a corset toile (mock-up) to test your pattern. We'll share all our best tips, tricks and secrets with you and about corset fit and how and where to apply changes to your toile. After the fitting, you'll learn how to accurately transfer those changes to your pattern.
At the end of this pattern drafting course you'll have a personalised underbust corset pattern to keep and the knowledge of how to fit and draft more independently.
You'll gain the confidence, knowledge and inspiration to build on your success and make more patterns on your own. Receive expert guidance from an industry professional in a fun, warm environment. All shapes, sizes and ages welcome!
- Dates: To be confirmed
- Times: To be confirmed
- Location: The Stitchery Limited, 22 Prosser Street Elsdon, Porirua, 5022
- Price includes: all materials required to draft and fit your pattern
- Refreshments included: tea, coffee and biscuits
- No prior experience required! This class is suitable for complete beginners or those with previous pattern drafting experience
- Small class size: 4-6 attendees
- Payment in full must be received prior to course commencement
- Students will receive a comprehensive class handout with pattern drafting instructions to take home as well as a blank copy of the Vanyanís measurement chart for future use