"Miss Herschel"

Named after Caroline Herschel, a pioneer astronomer in the 17 and 1800's who worked hand in hand with her famous brother, William Herschel. Of course, as a woman she was given little credit in her time. She was, however, paid for her work by King George III making her the first woman in Britain to receive a salary for scientific work. 10% of the proceeds of this costume will be donated to the Girls STEAM Institute committed to helping girls become leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.

I found that steampunk image of that magical dirigible and I've been wanting to create something ever since. I love the burnished copper colors with the deep teal and celestial sky. The base of the costume is hand dyed, painted, and airbrushed with a stencil. The sparkly lines are heat set sequins and won't shed or scratch. I also painted the lace appliqués with metallic paint to give it a weathered look. The center bust panel is copper stretch velvet and I also airbrushed it to give it a hammered, warm look. Sleeves hit just above the elbow. 

• One piece leotard. Cups are backed with heavy powernet for shape and support. This costume comes with foam cups sewn in. 

• Details are all distressed and intentionally weathered. The whole costume is hand dyed and painted. 

• 4-way stretch mystique spandex is dyed, airbrushed, and hand painted. 4-way stretch metallic velvet.

• Booty is full-coverage. 

• All trim and edging is stretch.

• Crystal embellishments throughout.

• Washing instruction: hand wash cool water, roll in towel, hang to dry

Sizing - 

S/M: bust 34-39" waist 26-31" hip 34-39" girth 58-60" 

* S fits my S form 

form measures- bust 35" waist 26" hip 35" girth 58"

* All measurements give or take. Message me with any questions about fit.