by Jenn LeBlanc
She ran her fingers over the delicate lace then tucked them through the slit with a shudder. This is considered proper? There is nothing between the ground and me. She sighed heavily as Mrs. Weston approached.
“Well, now. Let’s get you out of the manor. Since His Grace has taken his leave I’ve arranged for afternoon tea over the gardens. I thought a small celebration of your lack of restrictions would lift your spirits, yes?” A sparkle lit her eye.
Francine nodded happily and started yanking at her nightgown. Mrs. Weston laughed at her excitement and picked up the sturdy whalebone corset, holding it up over her chemise to lace it tightly in the back. Francine gasped as the housekeeper tightened it, jerking the laces tighter. Francine put her hands on the corset, feeling the stiff, restricting bodice as it molded her torso to its shape. She breathed slowly to keep from passing out.
Mrs. Weston buckled a bustle at her waist, then picked up a large petticoat and swung it over Francine’s head, fastening it over the bustle. The heavy skirts of the cotton petticoat were gathered meticulously at the back of the garment, leaving a long, clean silhouette in the front. Several layers of skirts were attached under the petticoat to give it the proper fullness. Francine groaned, thinking she must have just gained fifty pounds.
Mrs. Weston helped her into a shirtwaist and fastened the numerous pearl buttons at the sleeves. The tailored shirt was covered with pin tucks that fitted her waist. After the shirt was fastened, Mrs. Weston tossed the lavender skirt over her head, pulling it down in place. The skirt was flat-fronted with large gathers of ruffles in the back, covering the petticoat perfectly. It didn’t add much weight to the overall ensemble, which she was glad about, wishing she could skip all the foundation garments and simply wear the lavender skirt alone. She was finally ready for her independence. Funny. My freedom comes with such physical restrictions.
“Beautiful!” Mrs. Weston exclaimed. “Now let’s see to that cup of tea, shall we?” Francine follow ed Mrs. Weston from the room.
“Never you worry Miss, he shall return.”
Yes, but will I still be here?
Images from:
Found : The Rake And The recluse : Part Two
January 3, 2012
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Taken : The Rake And The recluse : Part Three
January 17, 2012
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Ruination : The Rake And The Recluse : Part Four
January 31, 2012
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Submission : The Rake And The Recluse : Part Five
February 14, 2012
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Retribution : The Rake And The Recluse : Part Six
February 28, 2012
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