Corset Background

Corset worship has been a part of life for both women and men for quite some time going back several centuries. The various shapes and construction methods have come from a variety of backgrounds. and so have the basic types of items used. For you to reproduce the shape you desire, you should have knowledge of the materials and items you can use in today's marketplace.

Body Shaping and Corsets - The Perfect Match

The oldest created corsets are typically the ones with the least amount of shape or curves. The breasts tend to be flattened and their shape diminished. To attain this profile you have to contain the general shape and curves of a female's body.

Busks, Boning and Other Corset Facts

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. In order for the corset to fit you comfortably you can only lace up and tighten so much, the remainder of the support is done by the boning.

A good choice in boning material is steel covered with nylon that is typically a light color and is found in different length, thickness, and widths. When you select a spring steel for a corset that will look like it was designed for you the width is of minor concern while your primary focus should be on the thickness. The steel boning characteristic makes a perfect corset because it is pliable and flexible, but it is nearly impossible to bend them.

You can sometimes find busk fasteners that 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 started with a straight simple busk, the complications of the spoon busk was developed around 1870. These items can be found in either our online superstore or our online auctions.