Corset

Wearing your usual bra, with arms relaxed at your sides, measure your bust at the fullest point, keeping the tape parallel to the floor. It takes it past over both nipples, under the armhole and over the shoulder blades, around your back about where your bra strap is. How do I know what size corset […]

It’s possible for you to wear a back brace 24/7 if advised by your doctor. If you have pain and discomfort when lying down, try wearing your back brace. If you’re uncomfortable lying down with your brace on, sleep without it. Comfortably sleep in this support thanks to its stretchy and gentle material! Can you […]

As a general guideline, you’ll want about 5-8 yards of lacing for underbust corsets, and 7-10 yards for overbusts. How thick should corset ribbon be? Most ribbons in corsets use 1cm (or 0.5 inch) wide ribbon. Some brands have slightly less wide ribbons (Starkers uses 3/8 inch wide) and some brands have wider ribbons (Totally […]

A longline corset, as you may have surmised, is a longer version of the standard corset. While the average corset may reach the bottom of the ribcage or skim the top of the hip bone, a longline model goes further, extending over the hips. What is a longline corset? Standard (Regular): Long at the front […]

Standard corsets fit the average seated, under bust torso length which ranges between 8 to 10 inches in length and provide a minimum to moderate waist curvature. Longline corsets are best suited for those with longer torsos of about 10.5 inches, under bust while seated. How do I know if my corset is too long? […]

Wearing tightly laced corsets not surprisingly had negative health effects on the unborn baby. It was not uncommon for a pregnancy to end in miscarriage due to tight-lacing. Is it OK to wear a corset while pregnant? The good news is, there is no medical reason that you shouldn’t wear shapewear during your pregnancy at […]

Are you even allowed to wear a corset when going on a flight? There is no rule or law preventing you from wearing your corset when going through the airport security system. For goodness sake, some people wear their corsets because they require to for back support/posture reasons! How do you pack a corset in […]

Wearing heels or tight clothing Wearing heels per se and simply walking and standing won’t cause harm to the baby. And when it comes to tight clothing, a corset or shapewear can’t “squeeze out” your child from your womb—but it will be highly uncomfortable for you. Is it OK to wear a corset while pregnant? […]

You can find cable ties at your local hardware store. You’ll want 1/4″ cable ties for bodices and mockups of corsets or strapless dresses, and 3/8″ or 1/2″ duct ties for stays and pocket hoops. Look for ties that are thicker and therefore stiffer. Can I make corset without boning? Without boning, your corset would […]

Corsets came in a variety of colors, including white, black, charcoal gray, cream, and even red. The elegance of Victorian fashions was mainly dependent on the corset. What Colours did Victorians wear? Individual Images via Met Museum and MFA Boston. During the nineteenth century, red was considered a vibrant, powerful color, suitable for warm winter […]

A girdle is essentially a partial corset, and have been around for a long time – in fact they were first seen in the 1900s. (It’s also the name for a cassock belt that Christian priests wear, but we’re not going to go down that route in this blog!) Is a corset same as a […]

The good news is, there is no medical reason that you shouldn’t wear shapewear during your pregnancy at all. It’s perfectly safe, since your baby is well cushioned by a lot of amniotic fluid and other protections, so the mild compression of shapewear won’t cause any harm at all. Does corset affect pregnancy? Like any […]

Fashion corsets are perfectly fine. The ones made nowadays, even if they have boning in them and are laced up tightly, can’t do much damage to a person. At the tender age of 15 your body has not yet finished growing so if you wear a proper steel boned corset you can damage your body. […]

There is little to no talk on whether or not an age limit is necessary. Since a waist trainer is still not recognized as a common undergarment, there are no laws pertaining to its safety measures. However, that does not mean that it should be done by just anyone. Can 12 year olds wear corsets? […]

Acid reflux — Wearing tightfitting clothing around the waist can increase reflux and heartburn. Bloating and gas — If you frequently experience these signs of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a food intolerance or other gastrointestinal issue, you may find that constricting clothing compounds the discomfort. Does wearing a corset affect digestion? Since waist trainers compress […]

Corsets and alleviating menstrual cramps The framing of a corset puts pressure on your midsection which also includes the peritoneal organs responsible for uterine contractions. This amount and kind of pressure has been known to significantly relieve menstrual cramps. Should you waist train on your period? Wearing steel boned waist trainer during your period is […]

The Big Differences – No Pun Intended However, bust corsets are awesome for women with larger breasts that need support and style. Since we all know wearing strapless bras with a big bust is damn near impossible, bust corset are the next best (and many even better) alternative. Can a plus size person wear a […]

Wearing a corset is a classic, yet trendy way to slim your midsection and get an hourglass shape – and the results are truly stunning. Some people like body shaper corsets for special occasions and for styling, while others use them as part of an ongoing waist training regimen. Does a corset make you look […]

A hook-and-eye closure is a simple and secure method of fastening garments together. It consists of a metal hook, commonly wire bent to shape, and an eye (or “eyelet”) of the same material into which the hook fits. What are the things in a corset called? Panel: Each piece (or stack of pieces) of fabric, […]

INTERNAL CORSET. When you are pregnant, your rectus abdominis muscles separate. During a tummy tuck, these muscles are relocated to their original position; creating an inner corset, narrowing your waistline and removing lower abdomen bulge. What is an internal waist trainer? What Is an Internal Corset? Internal corset surgery is a procedure to help narrow […]