Lace it up - The true Corset thread

[therizyflapper]

Look around at the 50's corsets , these tend to be more period correct for the 20's than the victorian style which are the more talked about on this thread .

http://www.personal-fashion-journal.info/collection.php?decade=1950 toward the bottom of the page

thank you so much paul!! do you know where i could find any that style, but in newer condition?

 

[Louise Anne]

thank you so much paul!! do you know where i could find any that style, but in newer condition?

Have you tried Ebay, I post a question in another forum for you in the morning and see what happens.

 

[therizyflapper]

Have you tried Ebay, I post a question in another forum for you in the morning and see what happens.

no i haven't but ill take a look and thank you very much!

 

[DonnaP]

I recently built my own corset using Simplicity 9789 and the advice in this corset building community http://corsetmakers.livejournal.com/. Mine is a Victorian/Civil War era corset. It's made of coutil with steel boning and I'm quite pleased with how it fits. I'm not an hourglass shape at all, even when I was young and thin I was more straight up and down, now my measurements are 42" bust, 38" waist and 45" hips. I love the reduction I get with the corset, I can reduce 5 inches. Since mine is a victorian type corset that squishes the fat up and down, it only works with certain types of clothing--I do still have a belly with it, since the fat needs to go somewhere. I'm looking into making an Edwardian corset next, it has a longer line and gives a sleeker silhouette.

I find my corset fairly comfortable, even with the steel boning. I really like how it helps me have better posture, I have a terrible slump, always have and it was worse after having kids. When I've worn it, there is a noticeable difference in my figure, and I tell people it's because of the corset, not some amazing quick weight loss, and I've had people joke about enduring torture, but it isn't tortuous at all.

 

[GHT]

Here's a pic of the two of us last year at a valentine event. All her friends told her that the code dress was: Slut! Ha, she believed them.
http://gallery.adrianlambert.co.uk/battistinis-feb-2011/h22bb4f49#h22bb4f49
Anyone seen Christina Aguilera's Candyman vid?

And when you peel off the tunic....................

 

[Alice~]

I'm very interested in waist training (and improving my posture!), and would like to know if I should go for any particular type of corset? I have never worn one before. I'm willing to save up for a decent corset, I currently have my eyes on Morticia by What Katie Did. Any suggestions (that I can buy in the UK) would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Louise Anne]

.Alice there was a couple of waist training forums on the net , even if you do not join they have loads of info to read.
here one but I think there another which was European
http://www.corsetheaven.com/forum/default.asp
There are a lot of small corset companies around normally these can be found on Face Book often just run by one lady
Here is a list of some which some are in the UK.
http://www.corsetsandcrinolines.com/links.php?grp=4

well it's a start from you and good luck.

 

[Alice~]

Thank you very much, Paul! I'll enjoy going through that forum, it looks like a great wealth of information.

 

[imoldfashioned]

I'm very partial to wearing corsets. It improves my posture and just sculpts my figure more.

 

[cakesandcakes]

Does anyone have any advice for keeping a corset from showing under fitted clothing? I'm mostly just concerned about the laces showing in the back. I know they had little waspies in the 50s, and What Katie Did offers a pretty period accurate version, but I'm not sure I want to spend quite that much on my first go round. I'd like to reduce a little bit to maximize my options when it comes to vintage clothing, since there seems to be so much out there in that 24-25 inch waist range, but I'm not sure it's worth it if the line is disrupted by the corset.
I've been considering the Meschantes training corset (although I've heard very mixed reviews) or one of the level 3 underbusts from orchardcorset.com

 

[Alice~]

Hey cakesandcakes

Laces can be tucked in easily, either through the lacing panel or hidden underneath other areas of the corset, depending on how it fits you. More of a concern for a seamless look is the height of the corset. If the corset is too long for your torso, the busk may jut out at the bottom and be very obvious under clothes, so be sure to check measurements well.

I've heard a lot of bad things about Meschantes and personally wouldn't bother giving them a chance, but Orchard get consistently great reviews and seem to be a great place to start. However, do keep an eye on eBay for What Katie Did corsets, as sometimes they pop up at good prices. I'm currently waiting for my WKD Mae Extreme to arrive, and have had Morticia for a while. Their corsets are definitely worth the money.

An amazing woman named Lucy has a series of extremely informative and easy to understand videos about corsetry, sorted into playlists too. I'd really recommend taking a look at her reviews and the beginner's playlist especially: https://www.youtube.com/user/bishonenrancher/playlists

 

[cakesandcakes]

Lucy's Corsetry is where I heard about Orchard Corsets, actually. She gave them a really good review, and the prices are just insanely good.
I will keep an eye out for discounted WKDs. They look great, and I appreciate the recommendation from someone who has experience with them.

 

[fgradowski]

I bought by corset recently from Orchard Corset. They are super helpful with any questions you may have. My corset was under $70 even with a quicker shipping option. I used a coupon code too!

I know I tied my laces in the front and that is a no-no. This was when I first got the corset and was trying it on.

 

[pineapplefruitcake]

Hey, I'm in the process of getting a custom corset from Fiorella Corsetry from the UK - a victorian underbust training corset. I'll let you know how it goes and post pictures up when it arrives. Im so excited about it and really happy to be using a small corsetiere rather than ordering through a website, although I've also heard good things about Orchard Corsets Lucy Corsetry has such an amazing wealth of knowledge about corsets - I'd really recommend either her videos or her blog for anyone looking to get into corsetry or even anyone who just has an interest in it

 

[Alice~]

Hey Pineapple, I recently commissioned Fiorella Corsetry too! It will be my first custom, very excited about it and looking forward to seeing yours also. <3

 

[LadyBetty]

I bought an underbust corset from Orchard Corset last year. Since then I've lost quite a bit of weight and what I used to lace down to is what my actual waist is now! I fell in love with a waspie from Orchard Corset but does anyone know if it's short length will give me, I guess, a reverse-muffin top?

 

[Alice~]

Hello, LadyBetty

It's possible you'll get reverse-muffin top from a waspie, but it depends on your torso length. It's best to check the corset's maximum height against your own measurements. Measure from your underbust (where your bra band sits) downwards, and you'll be able to see where your potential corset will end. If you have a shorter torso, a waspie will likely cover you well enough to prevent any 'pooch'. But if your torso is longer, you may be better off with a standard underbust. However, everyone's body is different, and moves differently, so I'd say if there's something you've fallen in love with give it a go. You can always return it if it doesn't work out.

Lucy made a video on how to avoid this problem, it might be worth a watch

 

[WifeyRobinson]

I just got my first two corseted in the mail as a gift from my fiancé (no he didn't think I needed them lol I would have killed him) I had been discussing waist training with him or awhile now and thy came as. Surprise yesterday!! I'm very excited to get started. They are satin on the outside and self lacing once I pull in theback. Rather comfortable for what they are lol

 

[pineapplefruitcake]

my fiorella custom is getting finished this weekend and should get to me in a couple of weeks and i also couldnt help but order a custom pattern (but standard sized) underbust from Retro Folie as well she does amazing pattern matching and can print fabric and pattern matcch it for any historical painting you choose for a very reasonable price which i'm super excited about! Lucy did a review of the brand here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSa6CaD6ZH4 if you're interested

 

[LadyBetty]

Has anyone ever bought corsets from Corset Story? I can't really afford a custom one right now and some of their off the rack ones are on sale for a reasonable price. Are they any good? Or should I just stick with Orchard Corset?