Training/Tight Lacing

Everything you want to know about proper 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 20-24 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 time. 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.

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 Tight Lacing Daily Wear Underbust corsets like our Trainer style.

When you are first beginning it is important to chose the right corset style paired with the right fit. You will need a corset 4-6 inches below your natural waist measurement. It is important for the process to be gradual so that your body can become accustomed to wear and the corset to your body. The corset should be taken in slowly, lace it very comfortably at first and after a couple days or a week it can be laced more. You should always be comfortable in your corset. After you can comfortably close the corset completely it will be time to remeasure and have a new one made. This may take a couple months or more depending on your body.

From long wear your skin can take a toll if not cared for properly. It is recommended that you wear a corset liner or seamless tube top to prevent chaffing and dry skin. It is important to care for your skin, moisturize and even use baby powder if and when necessary.

You should also be sure to clean your corset when necessary. Training corsets are the only corsets Waisted Couture makes that are hand wash. Wash carefully with mild detergent, rinse thoroughly and dry over a plastic hanger where the corset will be sure to get the best air flow. Never hang it in direct sunlight. Otherwise you may dry clean as necessary only.