Cressida

Just arrived at our Lace Embrace Atelier! Our new Maiden Heaven PREMIUN CAPSULE COLLECTION Madeline Stays: 

Cressida

A Muse with a Pen, a Corset, and a Secret

A corset for the girl who reads by candlelight and speaks in prose. Soft floral cotton and ribbon lacing, Cressida is seeped in youthful wonder, and brings to mind visions of daisy chains and newly-hatched ducklings.

"Women are angels, wooing: Things won are done; joy’s soul lies in the doing."

“I am giddy; expectation whirls me round.
The imaginary relish is so sweet
That it enchants my sense.”

Shakespeare, Troilus and Cressida, 1601

This cheerful corset blends classic 18th-century structure with a fresh, pastoral charm. Made from a butter-yellow cotton print scattered with tiny florals, Cressida is delicately boned for gentle shaping and support—reminiscent of Georgian stays, yet softened for modern comfort.

The ruched ivory front panel provides texture and visual depth, framed by pinked trim and precise stitching. A central lacing detail in vivid parma pink and sunflower yellow adds a striking contrast, drawing the eye to the sculpted waistline.

Soft yellow binding finishes the hem and neckline, while pink ribbon rosettes and lace accents at the bust offer a nod to feminine decoration without overpowering the design. This corset curves smoothly over the hips and is finished with a modest point at center front for a flattering, elongated silhouette.

The corset is lined with a bonded cotton twill, ensuring durability, structure, and long-lasting wear. Ribbon ties on the shoulder straps and adjustable back lacing allows for a customized fit. Perfect for historical fashion, cottage romance, or everyday elegance, this versatile corset can be worn on its own or layered over a T-shirt or peasant blouse for a more period-accurate look.

Whether you're dressing up for cosplay, a historical event, a soirée, or simply want to feel your most enchanting, the Madeline Stays will turn heads and transport you to another era.

🖤 Perfect for: Romantic yet grounded, Cressida is ideal for layering over chemises or wearing with skirts, jeans, or gowns—perfect for meadow wanderers, picnic-goers, or anyone who wants the shaping of traditional stays with a lighter, wearable spirit.

Fabric: Ruched net, satin ribbon crosses, cotton yellow floral print

Lining: Bonded white cotton twill for enhanced durability and structure

Support: spring and spiral steel bones for structure and flexibility

Closure: Laces up the back with ribbon ties for an adjustable fit

Straps: Shoulder straps with ribbon ties for extra elegance and adjustability

Versatile Styling: Wear as a corset top, layered over a blouse, or styled for historical or gothic fashion

- Hand Wash Only
- Hang to Dry
- Do Not Wring

Silhouette: Victorian waist and low bustling

Fabric: Floral cotton rosebud print, soft net, fluffy floof, black lace, satin binging and ribbon laces

Lining: Bonded whitecotton twill for enhanced durability and structure

Support: spring and spiral steel bones for structure and flexibility

Closure: Laces up the back with ribbon ties for an adjustable fit

Styling: on skin as a sweet and sexy boudoir corset, a top with a skirt, or over a dress, lace top, light camisole for a more modest look.