The fitted part of a dress that extends from the waist to the armpits.
FFD, 1998
Context:
The bodice may have a back fastening, in which case it should be cut with a button stand and facing on the right side and rouleau loops inserted between CB garment and lining on the left back.
Facing: a duplicate layer of fabric stitched to a raw edge on a garment for the purpose of finishing it. It is turned to the wrong side of the garment and lies flat.
