"Oh no, I could never keep it! It's far too precious. But I'll be delighted to borrow it." Rose beamed and started taking off her dress without shame, for she wore many layers underneath. Her petticoat and stockings had been mended many times. Her corset was worn rather loose, because she did not like it interfering with her breathing while she was working - her mother used to scold her older sister for wearing her corset so loose, saying she risked hurting her back, but Rose had taken over the bad habit. She was muscular around the arms and shoulders, and her hips were on the wide side - but she was certain Andrew didn't mind good child-bearing hips. When she put on the dress, it felt rather tight around her shoulders and arms even before she tied it, though it was wide enough not to give her any trouble around the hips.