Dark Garden Unique Corsetry

Unique Corsetry since 1989. Handmade in San Francisco. www.darkgarden.com

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Experience a Revelation at our 20th Anniversary Party! http://ift.tt/2sbj4ON

This May marked our 20th year in our beautiful Hayes Valley boutique, and we'd like you to come celebrate with us! For our platinum anniversary, we are thrilled to launch an exciting new collaboration: Revelation in Fit will be bringing expert bra fitting for every size to 321 Linden St.

20th Anniversary & Revelation in Fit Launch Party

Saturday, July 8th, 4pm to 7pm

with all day trunk show

Dark Garden & Revelation in Fit

321 Linden St., San Francisco

Dark Garden and Revelation in Fit are teaming up to bring you the best in luxury corsetry and fine lingerie. We believe that the perfect fit is found where beauty and comfort converge, no matter your size. The Dark Garden legacy includes the only standard fit corset line designed from decades of experience in bespoke corsetry, a tradition we continue to this day. Revelation in Fit is a full service bra boutique, carrying sizes 28-46 A-KK from such favored brands as Marlies Dekkers, Scantilly by Curvy Kate, Montelle, and Panache.

If you've been by the boutique of late, you may have already noticed we've been experiencing a transformative period. Last September we upgraded our floor to a lustrous hardwood, and we have moved our Couture consultations, creation, and fittings upstairs to our new penthouse suite. The latter served to make way for Revelation in Fit to take up residence in our existing mezzanine, giving it a fresh look and more fitting rooms. The front of our shop also got a little facelift – a gorgeous glossy black exterior, and our beautiful new logo emblazoned in gold!

Please come celebrate with us on July 8th. During the day, Revelation in Fit will host a trunk show with featured vendor Panache. Take a sneak peek at Panache's fall offerings at this pre-order party, then stay for the Anniversary / Launch Party from 4 to 7pm. We'll have libations and live entertainment, including models showing off our stunning wares. Keep an eye on our Facebook and Instagram for more details!

~Marianne Multi-Purpose Corsetiere

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Now is a great time to visit us at Dark Garden for a fitting! Our annual rummage sale is just around the corner on July 16th, and in order to take advantage of the great deals, you will need to know your proper size and preferred style of corset prior to the event. Please feel free to walk-in or make an appointment with one of our associates to discover the perfect fit! More details, and rummage sale tickets, are available at eventbrite.com search under 'Dark Garden'. Pictured: Autumn Adamme laces a bride into an ensemble of silk, English net, and appliqué beaded lace. (at Dark Garden Unique Corsetry)

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Tickets are live for the Rummage Sale! http://ift.tt/2sQ4PTh Tickets for the 2017 Rummage Sale are live – come and get them!! They'll go fast – especially that special VIP preview hour.

You can reserve your preferred time slot via EventBrite. We'll see you on July 16th! ~Marianne Multi-Purpose Corsetiere

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July 16, 2017 – Annual Corset Rummage Sale! http://ift.tt/2sfveah

Underbust Victorian bespoke corset Model: Autumn Adamme Photo © Chris Gaede

It's that time of year again! Our Annual Rummage Sale is coming up fast and we know you've been dying to hear all about it. The wait is over – here's the scoop:

Annual Corset Rummage Sale

Sunday, July 16th, 11am to 6pm

with 10am-11am VIP pre-sale

Dark Garden Corsetry

321 Linden St., San Francisco

As with last year's event, we will be arranging entry through EventBrite – stay tuned for the ticketing link! No more lining up at 5am, or waiting in the hot sun, just register for your preferred time slot online! We will once again offer a special VIP preview hour from 10am to 11am. Tickets for that time will be $25 (and limited in quantity). All other time slots are absolutely free. We recommend coming about 15 minutes before your selected time.

The line at our 2015 Rummage Sale

If you've never attended our Rummage Sale before, you're in for a treat! Here's what you can expect:

Discounts on all in-stock corsets

Steep markdowns on previous season clothing, lingerie, and accessories

Couture ensemble samples from fashion show collections

Pre-loved corsets from our archive

An array of pre-loved consignment pieces from fellow corsetlovers (Dark Garden made only)

Corset raffles!

A delightful atmosphere of fun and camaraderie with other enthusiasts

Grab bags and fabrics from our studio

Dollymop for Dark Garden Couture ensemble Model: Euphrates X Photo © Joel Aron

We suggest you keep the following in mind when planning this year's shopping spree:

Call your credit card company ahead of time to alert them that you might be making a large purchase on July 16th

Only 3 corsets per person are allowed in the fitting room at a time

Only 5 corsets/items per consigner are allowed – total

We will not be answering phone calls during the Rummage Sale itself

This is not the best day to place an order – we suggest you come back during the week if you are interested in Bespoke or Made to Order

Cut-Out Victorian Bespoke Corset Model: Anneka Photo © Ultravolta Photography

If you're interested in selling your Dark Garden corset(s) at the Rummage Sale this year, please bring them by the boutique! Corsets must be brought in by July 7th. Email [email protected] with questions about corset consignment, or call 415-431-7684.

Put July 16th on your calendar now – our Annual Rummage Sale is not to be missed! Tickets go on sale this Saturday at 11am PST.

High-Back Dollymop Berlin Photo © Alyxander Ryan

~Marianne

Multi-Purpose Corsetiere

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This beautiful woman came in today with her delightful husband. She lived in Hayes Valley 20 years ago when we first opened at our current location and wanted to visit us while vacationing in the city. She ended up leaving with this INCREDIBLE Dollymop corset and matching hat by @kalicodelafay and has ordered a couture tiered skirt to go with it (not the skirt pictured, though it is equally lovely). Luckily Kalico was in today, on a whim, and was able to go over design options with her! What a wonderful surprise! We were so excited to play dress up with her. How about you come down and play dress up? You just might find the ensemble of your dreams too! #uncommonbeauty #darkgardencorsetry #darkgarden #dollymop #dollymopfordarkgarden #kalicodelafaymillinery #corset #couture #couturefashion #sanfrancisco #vacation #hayesvalley #sfmade #handmadeinSF #20yearanniversary #springtime #littlehat #ensamblestodiefor #tinywaist #beauty

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One of our beautiful brides, Klaudia, married her beau in a simple and classic Dollymop Berlin bespoke corset and couture mermaid silk of luscious silk crepe. (at Dark Garden Unique Corsetry)

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Associate designer miss @popantique scoping out a few of our gorgeous @besamecosmetics #lipstick colors. What's your favorite shade? (at Dark Garden - Custom Corsetry and Luxurious Apparel)

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History is always inspiring - this antique garter clips onto the bottom edge of any corset. #antiquecorsets #historyofFashion #cleverancestors #corsets #garters #antiquefashion #inspiration #innovationiskey

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This Personalized Design Cincher is for one our friends in @foufouha! Her signature clown colors are light blue and gold, so naturally we special ordered some leather to match! What are your signature colors? (at Dark Garden - Custom Corsetry and Luxurious Apparel)

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She came through the front door glowing with boundless enthusiasm, utterly fearless and totally herself. She was looking for something she could wear whenever for whatever. "We can do that" was my response. "Welcome to Dark Garden!" #darkgardencorsetry #hayesvalley #madeinsfca

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That attention is in the details. Black striped Lancer Dollymop with delightful black fabric covered buttons. Only here at Dark Garden! #darkgarden #darkgardencorsetry #dollymopfordarkgarden #dollymop #corset #sanfrancisco #handmadeinSF #corsetsforeverysize #devilsinthedetails #attentiontodetail #hayesvalley #321lindenst #buttons

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We are SO excited to now be offering Bésame Cosmetics and fragrances at our boutique! It's a small selection for now but we hope to grow and develop the collection in time! #darkgardencorsetry #notjustcorsets #besamecosmetics #uncommonbeauty #vintageinspired #vintage #sanfrancisco #cosmetics #perfume #1910 #1920 #1930 #1940 #1950 #victoryred #niorred #dustyrose #cherryred #perfection #vintagestyle #corsets #mascaracake #brighteningpowder

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Dark Garden sweetheart @not_nsqe picked up her Motorcycle Dollymop by @kalicodelafay and doesn't it just look fabulous? #corset #corsets #uncommonbeauty #darkgardencorsetry #dollymopfordarkgarden #kalicodelafay #motorcyclelife #leather #sanfrancisco #handmadeinSF #sanfrancisco

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Bridal beauties - this variation on a cupped corset features pleated silk faille over pre-molded bra cups, framed by a high collar and Queen Anne neckline. A detachable peplum hooks onto the binding in this ensemble created by Associate Designer @popantique for our 2017 collection. (at Dark Garden - Custom Corsetry and Luxurious Apparel)

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Catch us at Ramp It Up, an #sfmadeweek event! We'll be fitting corsets, talking shop, and giving away free swag until 8:30pm tonight. (at Barebottle Brewing Company)

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There is more than just corsets here at Dark Garden... #hosiery #stockings #legsfordays #darkgarden #darkgardencorsetry #hayesvalley #sanfrancisco #notjustcorsets #handmadeinSF #lingerie

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A little teaser of what we were up to today! Miss #victoriadagger in a #dollymopfordarkgarden high back corset, as photographed by @alyxander. (at San Francisco Botanical Garden)