FAQ
•Corsets, fashion corsets, corselets, bustiers, underbust corsets, waist cinchers, waspies… There are so many different types, what are the differences?
A corset should be a firmly boned, fully lacing, supportive and figure shaping garment. If you like the feel (or think you will like the feel) of a really tight fitting garment and want to be pulled in at the waistline, look for corsets.
-Daily wear or tight lacing corsets are generally the finest quality, made with personal attention and the best materials. Made up of metal boning and fully lacing for tightly pulling in the waist.
-An underbust corset and a waist cincher are the same thing, they are corset garments that sit under the bust line, with metal boning and fully lacing for tightly pulling in the waist.
-Our Fashion corsets are similar to daily wear or tight lacing without the dramatic waist reduction. Best for very fit figures or comfortable fashion wear events.
-A bustier is a lightly boned garment and usually has back stretch panels and hook/eye fastening. They are supportive but not too confining, and most often boned with plastic.
-A waist waspie is a smaller underbust corset with boning, not intended to be a tight lacing garment.
-Corselets are usually another type of bustier, generally do not reduce much and may be made of plastic boning or inferior fabrics. They are for occasional wear, but they are cheaper, so for a one-shot or rare-use item, this is your best bet.
•How are your corsets made?
The structure of the corsets are made of 100% cotton corset coutil, traditional corset fabric and the exterior/fashion fabrics are always interfaced. The interior is completely lined with 100% cotton twill. All of our daily wear/tight lacing corsets are boned with high quality spiral and flat steel boning and the waist is always secure with a waist stay. A Modesty panel is always available and can be purchased separately. We have exclusively drafted all of our corset patterns, none are manufactured outside of Waisted Couture. Check out [The Makings] for more information.
•How do I know what size to order?
Our corsets range in sizes based on natural waist measurements and bust sizes. Check out our [Sizing] page for more information. Custom drafting is available for tight lacers by email conversation.
•Can I customize my corset?
Fabrics, colors, additions of lace overlay, trims and beading are only the beginning! [Contact us] regarding the customization of your Waisted Couture corset! Custom pieces require entire payment in advance and may prolong the completion time, if this is the case we will inform you before the order is complete. We do not offer refunds of any kind on special order pieces, please be sure you are ordering what you want in your correct size.
•Do I need a modesty panel?
A modesty panel is a boned panel made of the same material as the corset and lining that is sewn on one side under the back laces to hide any skin from showing through the laces. They are completely optional and can provide a more formal look with wear.
•Can I attach garter straps to the corset?
Depending on the style, suspenders may be added for a minimal fee. [Contact us] if interested.
•How do I put on a corset?
Check out [Lacing and Wear] for more information!
•Can I lose inches around my waist?
You will be able to reduce the size of your waist while wearing your corset. On average it is normal to reduce at least 2-4 inches quite comfortably.
•Can I lose weight by wearing a corset?
Wearing a corset alone will not help you to lose weight. It may prevent over eating which can assist you to loose weight when paired with exercise (not in a corset of course). Any claim that a corset will yield weight loss is false.
•Does my waist stay reduced when I take my corset off?
Probably not. Every body is a little different, and each person will experience a little different result from corseting. If you are attempting to train your figure, you will probably need to wear your corset(s) 20-24 hours per day. (See [Waist Training]). Occasion wear has no long term effect on your body, when you take your corset off your figure will resume it's pre-corseted shape very quickly.
•Are corsets uncomfortable?
If you are in any pain you should not wear the corset. If you are not wearing the corset properly it is possible to be uncomfortable. Tingling, soreness and any numbness are all signs of improper wear. Waisted Couture corsets are made to fit the curvatures of the body while pulling in at the waist, there should be very little pressure and the cinching should be focused on the waist alone, not the entire torso. This is what creates the hourglass silhouette as opposed to the tubular look of most lingerie/bustier/”corsets”.
•What is Waist Training and Tight lacing?
"Waist-training" is generally known as the process of gradually, over time, reducing the size of the waistline. This is a process that needs to be done slowly to achieve realistic and safe waist reduction. In order to not harm yourself, or your corset, proper instruction from a waist-training expert is recommended. A corset should never be worn in any manner that causes discomfort or pain. Tight lacing is the process of using a corset to achieve extreme waist reduction and modification of the shape of the torso. For tight lacing to be effective a corset must be worn 22-24 hours per day. It must be done with great care to reduce the risk of potential injury or harm to health. The potential for harm has been a source controversy over the ages. Consistent, gradual, moderate pressure is the only safe way to achieve the tiny waist that the tight lacer desires. Dramatic waist reduction, when done properly, can take many months and even years to achieve. A corset must never cause pain or discomfort. Before beginning waist training or tight-lacing program, please consult with a corseting expert and/or your doctor.
We always recommend under bust styles. Please inform us if you are intending to use a corset for training so the preferable fabrics and style can be recommended.
We provide information regarding Waisted Couture corsets, what types are preferred and basics on the subject in [Training and Tight Lacing]. And for more extensive history on the subject there are some great resources on the internet!
•How long will it take after I place my order until I receive my corset?
On average the completion time per corset is 6-8 weeks. If there are any occasions where this is not the case you will be informed immediately. Some additions like hand sewn lace trims or beading may prolong the completion time and in this case we will inform you before the order is complete.
•What if I need the corset sooner?
Rush Order is available and can be found at the bottom of this page or listed in the Custom Orders Page
•What payment methods do you accept?
Waisted Couture Corsetry uses PayPal to process orders. You may use a credit card payment or use PayPal check out. PayPal allows your information to stay private and secure.
Waisted Couture Corsetry does not share your private information.
A corset should be a firmly boned, fully lacing, supportive and figure shaping garment. If you like the feel (or think you will like the feel) of a really tight fitting garment and want to be pulled in at the waistline, look for corsets.
-Daily wear or tight lacing corsets are generally the finest quality, made with personal attention and the best materials. Made up of metal boning and fully lacing for tightly pulling in the waist.
-An underbust corset and a waist cincher are the same thing, they are corset garments that sit under the bust line, with metal boning and fully lacing for tightly pulling in the waist.
-Our Fashion corsets are similar to daily wear or tight lacing without the dramatic waist reduction. Best for very fit figures or comfortable fashion wear events.
-A bustier is a lightly boned garment and usually has back stretch panels and hook/eye fastening. They are supportive but not too confining, and most often boned with plastic.
-A waist waspie is a smaller underbust corset with boning, not intended to be a tight lacing garment.
-Corselets are usually another type of bustier, generally do not reduce much and may be made of plastic boning or inferior fabrics. They are for occasional wear, but they are cheaper, so for a one-shot or rare-use item, this is your best bet.
•How are your corsets made?
The structure of the corsets are made of 100% cotton corset coutil, traditional corset fabric and the exterior/fashion fabrics are always interfaced. The interior is completely lined with 100% cotton twill. All of our daily wear/tight lacing corsets are boned with high quality spiral and flat steel boning and the waist is always secure with a waist stay. A Modesty panel is always available and can be purchased separately. We have exclusively drafted all of our corset patterns, none are manufactured outside of Waisted Couture. Check out [The Makings] for more information.
•How do I know what size to order?
Our corsets range in sizes based on natural waist measurements and bust sizes. Check out our [Sizing] page for more information. Custom drafting is available for tight lacers by email conversation.
•Can I customize my corset?
Fabrics, colors, additions of lace overlay, trims and beading are only the beginning! [Contact us] regarding the customization of your Waisted Couture corset! Custom pieces require entire payment in advance and may prolong the completion time, if this is the case we will inform you before the order is complete. We do not offer refunds of any kind on special order pieces, please be sure you are ordering what you want in your correct size.
•Do I need a modesty panel?
A modesty panel is a boned panel made of the same material as the corset and lining that is sewn on one side under the back laces to hide any skin from showing through the laces. They are completely optional and can provide a more formal look with wear.
•Can I attach garter straps to the corset?
Depending on the style, suspenders may be added for a minimal fee. [Contact us] if interested.
•How do I put on a corset?
Check out [Lacing and Wear] for more information!
•Can I lose inches around my waist?
You will be able to reduce the size of your waist while wearing your corset. On average it is normal to reduce at least 2-4 inches quite comfortably.
•Can I lose weight by wearing a corset?
Wearing a corset alone will not help you to lose weight. It may prevent over eating which can assist you to loose weight when paired with exercise (not in a corset of course). Any claim that a corset will yield weight loss is false.
•Does my waist stay reduced when I take my corset off?
Probably not. Every body is a little different, and each person will experience a little different result from corseting. If you are attempting to train your figure, you will probably need to wear your corset(s) 20-24 hours per day. (See [Waist Training]). Occasion wear has no long term effect on your body, when you take your corset off your figure will resume it's pre-corseted shape very quickly.
•Are corsets uncomfortable?
If you are in any pain you should not wear the corset. If you are not wearing the corset properly it is possible to be uncomfortable. Tingling, soreness and any numbness are all signs of improper wear. Waisted Couture corsets are made to fit the curvatures of the body while pulling in at the waist, there should be very little pressure and the cinching should be focused on the waist alone, not the entire torso. This is what creates the hourglass silhouette as opposed to the tubular look of most lingerie/bustier/”corsets”.
•What is Waist Training and Tight lacing?
"Waist-training" is generally known as the process of gradually, over time, reducing the size of the waistline. This is a process that needs to be done slowly to achieve realistic and safe waist reduction. In order to not harm yourself, or your corset, proper instruction from a waist-training expert is recommended. A corset should never be worn in any manner that causes discomfort or pain. Tight lacing is the process of using a corset to achieve extreme waist reduction and modification of the shape of the torso. For tight lacing to be effective a corset must be worn 22-24 hours per day. It must be done with great care to reduce the risk of potential injury or harm to health. The potential for harm has been a source controversy over the ages. Consistent, gradual, moderate pressure is the only safe way to achieve the tiny waist that the tight lacer desires. Dramatic waist reduction, when done properly, can take many months and even years to achieve. A corset must never cause pain or discomfort. Before beginning waist training or tight-lacing program, please consult with a corseting expert and/or your doctor.
We always recommend under bust styles. Please inform us if you are intending to use a corset for training so the preferable fabrics and style can be recommended.
We provide information regarding Waisted Couture corsets, what types are preferred and basics on the subject in [Training and Tight Lacing]. And for more extensive history on the subject there are some great resources on the internet!
•How long will it take after I place my order until I receive my corset?
On average the completion time per corset is 6-8 weeks. If there are any occasions where this is not the case you will be informed immediately. Some additions like hand sewn lace trims or beading may prolong the completion time and in this case we will inform you before the order is complete.
•What if I need the corset sooner?
Rush Order is available and can be found at the bottom of this page or listed in the Custom Orders Page
•What payment methods do you accept?
Waisted Couture Corsetry uses PayPal to process orders. You may use a credit card payment or use PayPal check out. PayPal allows your information to stay private and secure.
Waisted Couture Corsetry does not share your private information.
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