History, Design, How to Wear One, Where to Buy One:
Gothic
Corsets are those that are designed to mimic the look of 19th century
styles. They come in a wide range of looks. You can get them in dark
purples, blacks, blood reds, and other colors.
Corsets were used
to shape a woman's wait into a particular hourglass look. These pieces
of clothing were particularly popular during the 1800s. Women wore these
accessories to reduce their waist and exaggerate the hip and bust.
While these accessories were most often worn for fashion purposes, there were reasons for people to wear them that were strictly medical. Certain disorders such as abnormal curvatures of the spine (scoliosis) were treated with special medically designed versions.
Traditional corsets were made of a material that had give. Something such as leather or a fabric like cloth would be used as the base material. Then strong support elements called "boning" would be inserted into the outfit and give it structure. Originally bone was just that- bone. Sometimes it would be elephant tusks, other time it would be whalebone.
In modern versions plastic and steel are the choices. They are both more ethical as well as more durable.
Corsets are tightened by lacing on the back. It was customary for women to have assistance in tightening their corsets.
If you have ever seen the movie Gone With the Wind, Scarlet O'Hara has her corset tightened in a very famous scene.
The Busk is the front of the corset. It allows for the woman to open the corset from the front.
Tightening one by yourself can be extremely difficult. There are a few videos below that shows you how to self lace a corset. If you are going to put on a corset yourself then these videos will help you.
Difference between a corset and a girdle: A corset has "boning" that holds its shape. It therefore is a "form creating" rather than a form-fitting piece of clothing.
While these accessories were most often worn for fashion purposes, there were reasons for people to wear them that were strictly medical. Certain disorders such as abnormal curvatures of the spine (scoliosis) were treated with special medically designed versions.
Corsets :The Basic Design
MaterialTraditional corsets were made of a material that had give. Something such as leather or a fabric like cloth would be used as the base material. Then strong support elements called "boning" would be inserted into the outfit and give it structure. Originally bone was just that- bone. Sometimes it would be elephant tusks, other time it would be whalebone.
In modern versions plastic and steel are the choices. They are both more ethical as well as more durable.
Corsets are tightened by lacing on the back. It was customary for women to have assistance in tightening their corsets.
If you have ever seen the movie Gone With the Wind, Scarlet O'Hara has her corset tightened in a very famous scene.
The Busk is the front of the corset. It allows for the woman to open the corset from the front.
Tightening one by yourself can be extremely difficult. There are a few videos below that shows you how to self lace a corset. If you are going to put on a corset yourself then these videos will help you.
Difference between a corset and a girdle: A corset has "boning" that holds its shape. It therefore is a "form creating" rather than a form-fitting piece of clothing.
Victorian Inspired SteamPunk Designs
Gothic
styles are designed to look like those worn during the Victorian era.
They are modern versions and are often time made with steel or rigid
plastic as boning. They come in many wonderful colors. There are
steampunk versions as well as traditional looks. Up first are the
classic Gothic looks.
Popular Black and Purple Design
These
Gothic Corsets come in many sizes. If you are looking for a petite or a
plus size, then make sure to check out the choices listed here. These
are the highest rated choices on Amazon. They are well made and designed
for women who want a authentic style that is strong and also one that
sexy.
The choices below are all very good. When ordering online make sure to read the reviews and the instructions carefully so that you get the right fit.
Underbust Corsets:
Fetish Wear or Club Cloths
These underbust designs are all very well made and receive really great reviews from women who have purchased them. The photos show these underbust looks as both fetish wear and club wear. No matter what your preference these are all exceptionally made. You can wear them against bare skin or wear a shirt underneath.
Steampunk Inspired
These Steampunk looks are a very popular. The difference between a regular style and a steampunk look is normally seen in the design and materials. Steampunk is a bit more textured and will have an industrial vibe to it. The whole idea behind the steampunk movement is that it exists in a time where people used more hardware, pipes, steam, etc....Therefore this sort of outfit will have more elobrate designs, grommets, buckles and latches.
The choices below are all very good. When ordering online make sure to read the reviews and the instructions carefully so that you get the right fit.
History, Design, How to Wear One, Where to Buy One:
Gothic
Corsets are those that are designed to mimic the look of 19th century
styles. They come in a wide range of looks. You can get them in dark
purples, blacks, blood reds, and other colors.
Corsets were used to shape a woman's wait into a particular hourglass look. These pieces of clothing were particularly popular during the 1800s. Women wore these accessories to reduce their waist and exaggerate the hip and bust.
While these accessories were most often worn for fashion purposes, there were reasons for people to wear them that were strictly medical. Certain disorders such as abnormal curvatures of the spine (scoliosis) were treated with special medically designed versions.
Corsets were used to shape a woman's wait into a particular hourglass look. These pieces of clothing were particularly popular during the 1800s. Women wore these accessories to reduce their waist and exaggerate the hip and bust.
While these accessories were most often worn for fashion purposes, there were reasons for people to wear them that were strictly medical. Certain disorders such as abnormal curvatures of the spine (scoliosis) were treated with special medically designed versions.
The Basic Design
Material
Traditional corsets were made of a material that had give. Something such as leather or a fabric like cloth would be used as the base material. Then strong support elements called "boning" would be inserted into the outfit and give it structure.
Originally bone was just that- bone. Sometimes it would be elephant tusks, other time it would be whalebone.
In modern versions plastic and steel are the choices. They are both more ethical as well as more durable.
Corsets are tightened by lacing on the back. It was customary for women to have assistance in tightening their corsets.
If you have ever seen the movie Gone With the Wind, Scarlet O'Hara has her corset tightened in a very famous scene.
The Busk is the front of the corset. It allows for the woman to open the corset from the front.
Tightening one by yourself can be extremely difficult. There are a few videos below that shows you how to self lace a corset. If you are going to put on a corset yourself then these videos will help you.
Difference between a corset and a girdle: A corset has "boning" that holds its shape. It therefore is a "form creating" rather than a form-fitting piece of clothing.
Traditional corsets were made of a material that had give. Something such as leather or a fabric like cloth would be used as the base material. Then strong support elements called "boning" would be inserted into the outfit and give it structure.
Originally bone was just that- bone. Sometimes it would be elephant tusks, other time it would be whalebone.
In modern versions plastic and steel are the choices. They are both more ethical as well as more durable.
Corsets are tightened by lacing on the back. It was customary for women to have assistance in tightening their corsets.
If you have ever seen the movie Gone With the Wind, Scarlet O'Hara has her corset tightened in a very famous scene.
The Busk is the front of the corset. It allows for the woman to open the corset from the front.
Tightening one by yourself can be extremely difficult. There are a few videos below that shows you how to self lace a corset. If you are going to put on a corset yourself then these videos will help you.
Difference between a corset and a girdle: A corset has "boning" that holds its shape. It therefore is a "form creating" rather than a form-fitting piece of clothing.
Victorian Inspired SteamPunk Designs
Gothic
styles are designed to look like those worn during the Victorian era.
They are modern versions and are often time made with steel or rigid
plastic as boning. They come in many wonderful colors. There are
steampunk versions as well as traditional looks. Up first are the
classic Gothic looks.
Popular Black and Purple Design
These
Gothic Corsets come in many sizes. If you are looking for a petite or a
plus size, then make sure to check out the choices listed here. These
are the highest rated choices on Amazon. They are well made and designed
for women who want a authentic style that is strong and also one that
sexy.
Underbust Corsets:
Fetish Wear or Club Cloths
This corset can do double work: in and out of the bedroom. If you wear a blouse underneath, then it is perfect for a nightclub.
These underbust designs are all very well made and receive really great reviews from women who have purchased them. The photos show these underbust looks as both fetish wear and club wear. No matter what your preference these are all exceptionally made. You can wear them against bare skin or wear a shirt underneath.
Steampunk Inspired
These
Steampunk looks are a very popular. The difference between a regular
style and a steampunk look is normally seen in the design and materials.
Steampunk is a bit more textured and will have an industrial vibe to
it. The whole idea behind the steampunk movement is that it exists in a
time where people used more hardware, pipes, steam, etc....Therefore
this sort of outfit will have more elaborate designs, grommets, buckles
and latches.
The choices below are all very good. When ordering online make sure to read the reviews and the instructions carefully so that you get the right fit.
The choices below are all very good. When ordering online make sure to read the reviews and the instructions carefully so that you get the right fit.
Overbust and Underbust
There are two popular looks: Overbust and Underbust. The first is the more common.
If you like the look of an underbust design, but want to wear it out, and not just in private, then you can wear a dress shirt underneath. There are few photos on the bottom of the page where you can see ladies who are modeling the look of the underbust with a white dress shirt. They are really figure flattering and can be incredibly sexy without being too much. They are perfect for nightclubs, and all sorts of parties, Cosplay, and other events.
Here's a cool faux leather overbust corset.
If you like the look of an underbust design, but want to wear it out, and not just in private, then you can wear a dress shirt underneath. There are few photos on the bottom of the page where you can see ladies who are modeling the look of the underbust with a white dress shirt. They are really figure flattering and can be incredibly sexy without being too much. They are perfect for nightclubs, and all sorts of parties, Cosplay, and other events.
Here's a cool faux leather overbust corset.
