Fashion Glossary: Basque Waist
Pronounced [ba-sk]A Basque Waist is a waistline identified by its placement below the natural waistline but before the hips. It is typically defined by a strong “V” point or dropped “U” waistline.
Popularized during the Victorian period, it gets its name from Basque Country, a region that straddles the borders of France and Spain. It originated as an element on tops in the Victorian period that would be worn over skirts to create a unified silhouette.
Basque Waists are a popular design feature to enhance the waist and create a sculpted appearance that lengthens the torso.
Illustration by Leah Shkolnick. Frame by Sharon Dennard.
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