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What is the difference between a corset and a bodice?

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What is the difference between a corset and a bodice?
The difference between a corset and a bodice is that one is attached to a dress, and the other is an undergarment. Bodice is the name for the top half of a dress. A corset goes beneath a dress and helps to enhance the shape of a wearer's curves. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...
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1980s American Evening Gowns

Lloyd Klein Black Silk Jersey Cut out gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lloyd Klein Black silk jersey cut out cross cross back gown with tag $5900 Cut out back with bugle beads straps. size: 8
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Early 2000s European Formal Gowns

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Organza Blue Sheath Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Givenchy Blue Silk Linen Dress designed by Hubert de Givenchy. Sleeveless and large collar at the back. Fit best size: Small 2 or 4. Perfect f...
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1960s French Sheath Dresses

S/S 2003 John Galliano Rhinestone Buckle Black Floral Ruffle Slip Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From John Galliano’s Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this slip gown features a ruched bodice adorned with vertical rows of rhinestones and a central floral appliqué, finished with a s...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl encrusted, leaf-motif bodice and its double-layer, silk chiffon ballroom skirt...
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1950s American Vintage Bridal Gowns

S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Off-White Shimmery Mini Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gianni Versace by Donatella’s Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this off-white mini dress features shimmering fabric and an elegant, body-hugging silhouette. The plunging neckline ...
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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

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