Your style guide to corsets

With the current trend of wearing corsets as outer wear then you may be tempted to purchase one however  before you do then there are some style tips that you need to know before hand in order. Ideally you should have your corset made to measure from a reputable designer or corset maker,  this will ensure that the corset exactly fits and is snug as well as looking sexy at the same time. Know the different styles that are available and this will help you to choose one when browsing through the thousands of designs on offer.

  • A under bust corset will start from just under the breasts and reach to the top of the hips. Ideally worn with a flowing shirt that keeps focus of attention on the corset.
  • An over bust will cover the whole torso starting from just under the arms and reaching the hips.
  • A waist clincher will start from the ribs and end just above the hips. Sometimes also known as the ribbon
  • The Edwardian can be over bust or under bust but reaches to below the hips.

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