Marlene is based on an historical pattern from circa 1890. Marlene is a corded corset with cording over the hips and in the bust gussett. The internal fabric is cotton twill. The hand flossed design on the cotton, satin or silk fabric are both optional. Marlene is strengthened with spiral and flat steel boning and closes from the front with six hook steel busk. Please contact me before ordering to discuss options as the flossed design and choice of material may affect the cost.