Can plus size wear corsets?

Anyone can have an hourglass waist, no matter what your natural body shape and size. In fact, if you wear plus sizes, you can get dramatic, curvy results with the right waist training cincher or corset.

How do you wear a corset top?

The easiest way to style a corset top is by opting for a coordinated look. Pair your top with a matching miniskirt, matching heels, and a bold handbag for a no-fail way to style this sultry staple. Bonus points if you go for a bold hue or print. Don’t forget to pair this with the matching skirt.

What size corset should I get?

You’ll want to select a size that’s smaller than your natural waist* measurement. Our corsets should be up to 4″ smaller than your natural waist for beginners or up to 6″ smaller for more experienced corset wearers (and those with particularly squeezable midsections).

Do corsets increase breast size?

While corsets don’t make breasts bigger, per se, they can give your ladies a boost. The main goal in wearing a corset is typically to cinch in the waist, creating a more defined and feminine figure that’s larger at the bust and hip and smaller at the waist.

Does a bustier have boning?

Boning helps a garment maintain its shape and stay wrinkle-free. While it is most often used in a corset, bustier, swimsuit or strapless gown, it can also be used strategically in other garments.

Can a corset be altered?

The amount of work that goes into altering a corset is almost as much as making a new corset, so hiring the job out to a seamstress or tailor isn’t going to save you a bunch of money over purchasing a new, correctly fitting corset, and if you’re doing it yourself you’ll have a lot of work on your hands to do it …

What can I use instead of boning?

Plastic cable ties can easily be cut with household scissors, making it convenient and safe to use. No wire cutters! The ends don’t need to be tipped or capped, either. Just trim them into a rounded shape and file any rough edges with a metal nail file.

Are corsets trending?

The corset has been a major trend for over a year now, with the garment being a manifestation of the underwear-as-outerwear trend, where lingerie elements are integrated into everyday dressing.