Corset Lowdown

Corsets have been utilized by both men and women for hundreds of years. Shapes and construction techniques have been on a continual pattern of change and so have the components that are used. For you to create the shape you covet, you need to have an education of the materials and items you can choose from.

Body Shaping and Corsets - The Perfect Match

The first corsets have usually produces figures with a minimal amount of curves or shapes. Your breast shape looks to be contained and give the look of a minimized profile. To develop this profile you have to contain the general shape and curves of a female's body.

Corsets: Lacing, Boning and Busks

A great corset design depends on two main factors: a) the properties and type of boning material used. and b) the tightening level allowed by the lacing. To ensure you are comfortable while wearing your corset you should only tighten and lace up so much, you can rely on the boning material to deliver the remainder of the support.

One of the most popular types of boning is steel boning covered in nylon that is usually light in color and is found in different length, thickness, and widths. When you select a spring steel for the corset you choose the thickness, and not the width, should be of primary importance. You can tell when you have selected the proper spring steel boning because it is really flexible but it is almost impossible to bend.

Busk fasteners are also used, they open and are often used on the front of corsets to enable you to slip into and out of your corset unassisted. The busks were created in the 1860's and began with straight busks, the spoon busk appeared shortly afterward in about 1870. Both items can be found in our online shop.