Forget Me Not Souvenir Lingerie Set

Handmade, one of a kind "Forget Me Not" lingerie set. 

Inspired by 1940s souvenir lingerie sets, a trend throughout the end of WW2. Many US servicemen that were stationed overseas purchased gifts for their sweethearts, which were sent in the mail or gifted upon their return. These silk and rayon lingerie sets were usually embroidered with tongue in cheek phrases, along with floral or dragon motifs. 

I made the bottoms out of a rayon silk scarf from 1950s Japan, which has a stunning silk embroidered peacock. I free motion embroidered "Forget Me Not". They are lined with a cotton muslin and finished with vintage bias tape around the thigh. They have an elastic waistband.

The top is made with leftover material from a 1950s cotton tablecloth with a floral design. It has darts and pleating for a nice fit. Best for a B or C cup in my opinion, but please refer to measurements. There is a adjuster at the band. 

Wearable art or would also look cool hung up on the wall. Please keep in mind the fit of these is reminiscent of 1940s lingerie and playsuit styles, and have a very high waisted fit. 

Measurements: 

[Top] Band size: 30"-32" Bust: 34" Strap Length: 20" (I can shorten to your measurements upon request) 

[Bottoms] Waist: 24"+ (stretches up to 40" to get over hips and bum) Rise: 16" Thigh Opening: 26" circumference