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- adjective clothing Above the
bust .
Etymologies
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Examples
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But a real custom made overbust corset is an expensive thing.
To buy or not to buy? nathreee 2009
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Ladies, if you're game, you won't be disappointed. these also offer far more support for the bust (if overbust stays are made/purchased) because the shoulders and upper back are not carrying the load.
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Here's a dumb question of my own: in vintage patterns, is the "bust" number the overbust number, or the bra size as it is in, say, slip sizing?
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It need hardly be said that I am toying with the idea of running piping along that overbust seam, does it?
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Like a beautiful brocade corset (Edwardian overbust) in the most elegant gold and cream wedding-style brocade.
I have the most wonderful man in the whole world. reynardo 2001
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Timeless Trends of Austin, Texas, manufactures a wide selection of quality underbust and overbust corsets that are sold online and in retail stores around the world.
PR.com Press Releases Timeless Trends 2010
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This double faced ivory satin wool strapless sweetheart mermaid dress with overbust bow and vertical seaming will have everyone's eyes on you, as they should be.
Engagements.ca 2008
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