{"product_id":"1917-1918-gossard-corset","title":"1917-1918 Gossard Corset | In Original Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncredible late 1910s Gossard corset in the original box, never worn.⁣\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e⁣\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe slogans \"Improve Every Figure\" and \"Wear Gossard corsets - they lace in front\" seem to have been used primarily in 1917 and 1918 according to the archives. The advertisements and styles I found from those years correspond to both the corset and box. I have included of these advertisements in the photographs. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e⁣\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGossard touted themselves as being \"the original front-lacing corset,\" which was a feature that made them easy to put on and adjust.⁣\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Gossard corset is marked as a size 24 on the box. Laced measurements taken laid flat and unstretched: 10\" across top, 12\" across waist, 16\" across hip, 18.5\" long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis beauty is in near perfect condition. There are a handful of small discolorations and the elastic is not as stretchy as it once would have been, but I see no significant flaws to note. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is clean and does not appear to have ever been worn. The cotton is strong and this piece would be wearable with care, but I would not recommend something of this age for frequent use.⁣\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe box itself is in good condition considering its age but there is some wear as shown. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973540978938,"sku":"b5ed22b76fda","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/138647075_100985125281614_523644582975375867_n.jpg?v=1785697532","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/1917-1918-gossard-corset","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}