Sunday, May 11, 2008

How To Put On A Corset



It is useful to have someone assisting, but it is possible to put your corset on without help. Corsets are delivered laced up at the back with two long loops at the waist. Loosen off the lacing then put the corset round you and fasten the front busk; do the top clasp first and the rest should follow.

Pull the loops gently then tighten the lacing progressively towards the middle from both top and bottom until you are happy with the fit. There should be a pleasant 'hugging' sensation, but you should still be comfortable.

To finish, tie the ends in a bow at back or front.
DO NOT overtighten or you will damage your corset; corsets mould to the body after a short period and the material takes the strain evenly, then you can go a little tighter.
One last tip: if you are going to wear stockings and shoes with your corset, it is a good idea to put them on before tightening the laces, as most people are unused to the straight back a corset gives and find it hard to bend down!

Sunday, May 4, 2008

Wedding Corsets




Your wedding day is very special, your chance to wear something as romantic or as outrageous as you want. You want to look your best and what better way than to give yourself the wasp waist you have always dreamt of.

A corset accentuates your bust and hips and is particularly appropriate under a traditional wedding dress with a fitted bodice. Corsets can also be worn over a dress as a bodice or waist cincher, for the Snow White look.
If you want something out of the ordinary, a corset can be worn on its own with a skirt or even trousers for a stunning and unconventional look, and the back lacing will give the congregation and/or guests something to look at besides the back of head during the ceremony.
Planning Your Outfit
You need to choose your style well in advance, making sure that it works with your whole outfit. Before ordering a corset, get accurate measurements for your bust, waist and hips (your dressmaker, if you are using one, will help you, otherwise ask a friend). A corset will pull your waist in, but be realistic about how tightly you want to be pulled in all day and try it first.
Bear in mind your outline; it is probably best if you are wearing a corset underneath to go for a simple, undecorated style. If you fancy an Edwardian lacy boudoir number like either save it for the wedding night, or even better, buy two! (One for the wedding and one for afterwards).
If you have a bust larger than D cup, you should look at wearing a bra with an under bust style .
Make sure you try everything on together. Check the neckline and back of your outfit you don’t want underwear showing. Will you be wearing stockings or tights? If stockings, you’ll need suspenders (garters) to hold them up, and to decide how many check if the corset comes with suspenders and if you want more added.
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