Corset

A surgical corset is a treatment aids in the stabilization and immobilization of the abdomen. It may reduce lumbar discomfort, promote good posture, reduce pain and improve function. What is corset muscle repair? During a tummy tuck or a corset trunkplasty, the surgeon will tighten the abdominal wall. Loose underlying tissue and muscle are sewn […]

While some waist trainer proponents might suggest that you wear your trainer while you exercise, it’s not a good idea. It can severely restrict movement. Plus, tissues and muscles need oxygen, especially during exercise. Is it good to workout with a corset on? Waist training also makes breathing difficult. A person may not get enough […]

Yes, wearing a corset while riding a bike is possible as long as you are careful not to overexert yourself. If you’re looking for a high-intensity cardio experience racing through the mountains, leave your corset at home. Can I wear a waist trainer while cycling? You can wear your waist training corset and also ride […]

Typically they are spaced about 1.5 inches apart. There is a bit of wiggle room here depending on the amount of space for the corset back. It’s okay if it’s not exactly 1.5 inches apart. Don’t forget that you will need loops on both sides, so once you figure out how many you need on […]

While the majority of modern corsets do not carry the same physical dangers as historical ones, many are bought and worn in an effort to “waist train.” This corresponds more to the original purpose of corsets; waist training is an attempt to secure a slimmer figure through the restrictiveness of corsets. Are corsets in Style […]

An underbust corset covers the torso and ribcage and sits just, as its name suggests, under the bust. The underbust style of corset works well with most shapes and accommodates both function and fashion, offering the freedom to wear the corset over your clothes. Is there a male version of a corset? An underbust corset […]

Highly decorative corsets were still in fashion, using silk brocade and gold trim. Towards the end of the 18th century, corsets started to become shorter and waistlines became higher. Both longline and shorter corsets were worn during the 19th century and were made of sateen, cotton or silk. What were old corsets made out of? […]

Corset late 1760s Stays were made from baleen, which was harvested from the mouth of the Right Atlantic Whale and commonly referred to as whalebone. Was whale bone used in corsets? In the 19th century, “whalebone” was an important fashion tool—however, it wasn’t made out of bone, but whale baleen. Dried baleen was flexible yet […]

Size Chart 1 inch = 2.54 cm Corsets Size Your Natural Measurements (inches) 26″ Bust: 36-37 inch Hips: 38-39 inch 28″ Bust: 38-39 inch Hips: 40-41 inch 30″ Bust: 40-41 inch Hips: 42-43 inch What size is a waist 30 inches? Size 12If you ask yourself, what size is a 30 inch waist in women’s […]

Note: Corset Liners run small, if in doubt order a size up. liner size – liner waist measurement Recommended for corset sizes XS – 18 inches 18-22 S – 24 inches 24-28 M – 30 inches 30-34 L – 36 inches 36-38 How do I know my corset size? You’ll want to select a size […]

Bones: Thin slats responsible for maintaining the vertical tension of a corset. Bones do not create shape, but support it. Most bones are either “flats,” flat pieces of spring steel, or “spirals,” which resemble a flattened coil and have more flexibility. What are the parts of a corset called? Parts of a Corset: A Quick […]

As a general rule, grommets on a corset should be set no farther than about 1″ apart from each other. How far apart should eyelets be? about 6 inches apartGenerally, grommets are spaced about 6 inches apart on center. The first and last grommet are inset the space needed for the return to the wall, […]

But using a belt initially CAN be done safely and effectively as long as one realizes that “GRADUAL” and “CONSTANT” are the key words, just as when you finally get your nice, new custom corset. The primary factor in tightlace training is transit of organs and tissue realignment. Can a belt work as a waist […]

Measure your waist just above your navel and then subtract three inches from your results. (If your waist = 29″, your corset size = 26″.) If your underbust is 1″ more than, or less than, your waist measurement, go down one size. How do you measure for a corset busk? Measure your bust (around the […]

Corsets are typically constructed of a stiff material, such as buckram, structured with boning (also called ribs or stays) inserted into channels in the cloth or leather. In the 18th and early 19th century, thin strips of baleen (also known as whalebone) were favoured for the boning. What are the metal things on corsets called? […]

Size Chart 1 inch = 2.54 cm For Guidance Only Corset Dress Your Natural Measurements (inches) USA M Bust: 34-35 inch 4-6 L Bust: 36-37 inch 6-8 XL Bust: 38-39 inch 8-10 How do you know your corset size? Corset Sizing Guidelines A general corset sizing guideline is as follows: If your natural waist (where […]

Bustiers A bustier is traditionally worn under the clothes, to push up the bust and shape the waist gently (basically a bra + shapewear combo). What kind of shirt do you wear under a corset? A cotton vest or tight t-shirt work just as well as a proper corset liner for keeping a barrier between […]

There are many different ways to include waist tape in your corset, but it should always follow the waist line with no slack or tension, and should always continue around the front and back edges of the corset. Most often, waist tape is applied to the inside of the corset where it won’t be visible […]

Waist tapes The waist tape’s purpose is to prevent stretching and ripping of the corset at its point of highest tension (the waistline) and corsets that don’t have a waist tape are unsuitable for waist training. What is corset tape? Waist tape is twill tape, tailor’s tape, or other sturdy ribbon used to re-enforce the […]

Generally, the cinching/shaping properties of corsetry puts strain onto the fabric from which the corset is made. The boning supports the desired shape and prevents wrinkling of the corset fabric. Bones, and the substances used for the purpose, are generically called boning. What can I use instead of boning for a corset? You can find […]