The Elizabeth Stays are an 18th century foundation garment suitable for children up to about age 12. The basic cut of the stays, which facilitates proper posture without changing the child’s shape, is based on several extant examples.

At this time only two styles are available: Fully boned without straps or tabs, and half-boned with straps and tabs.

Fully Boned Stays Materials:

- 100% linen exterior

- cotton canvas interlining

- 100% linen lining

- natural reed boning

- straight cut white or cream linen binding 

Half-Boned Stays Materials: 

- 100% linen exterior

- cotton canvas interlining

- 100% linen lining

- synthetic whalebone  (may be swapped with reed upon request)

- straight cut white or cream linen binding 

Both styles include a combination of hand and machine sewing with cotton and linen thread.

Current turnaround time: 8-12 weeks

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