AG1199 - 1868 Waist with Bretelles Pattern. 34" Bust - 25" Waist. This Swiss muslin waist, or chemise Russe, with trimming consisting of needlework leaves edged with lace, which are set on so as to simulate bretelles, with loops of blue satin ribbon between and surmounted with Valenciennes lace. Yardage - Approx 2 ½ yds 36" wide. Ageless Patterns (AG) are original patterns from the indicated era and include original sewing instructions from the Victorian/Edwardian/Titanic era and assume some sewing knowledge.