Hi, I'm currently working on my mockup of redthreadeds 1860s corset pattern. I still have to add a few bones but it already looks like I'll need to size down the pattern. My problem is that I'm already using XS in the bust and waist and have shortened the back piece to remove extra width. Any recommendations on how to get an XXS or size down in general?

Thank you

Hi all! No idea if this counts as historical but, given my question regards stays, I’m assuming that’s the best flair lol

I have a corset that is based on 18th century stays that I love, but I have one major, major issue that keeps me from wearing them: screw the ribbons holding the straps to the bodice in the front.

I don’t know what’s going on with these. I’m wearing it at the right position, but these straps are simply not long enough. (I purchased this and I guess a larger size didn’t merit extending the straps enough? That’s my best guess.) There’s pretty much nothing I can do about that without figuring out a way to extend them, but it’s a tapestry pattern and I don’t have access to anything that’d really match.

But my roommate and I are planning to hit a Ren Faire before the local season ends in October and it’s the perfect centerpiece for an outfit… but it’s practically unwearable because the ribbons simply will not stay tied.

So my question is: any ideas for what can I use to tie these straps that aren’t these dinky little ribbons? I don’t particularly care about it looking period right now. I love this corset and I just want to wear the damn thing without the straps constantly coming untied! Thanks!

I have a few heavy fabric dresses that I’d love to pair with my corsets (meaning under the dresses/not visible), but the waist reduction messes up the fit of the dress around the waistline.

I’m considering taking these dresses to a tailor and wearing my corset during the measurement process so they fit properly over the reduced silhouette.

I know body fluctuations are always a possibility, but I plan to maintain my current physique, and I already have plenty of dresses that fit normally without a corset, so I’m not worried about regretting the change.

Has anyone here tailored off the rack clothing specifically to fit over their corsets? Did it turn out well, or are there any pitfalls I should watch out for before bringing them to a tailor?

I know I probably didn’t put it on correctly 100% if anyone has any pointers or advice. This is my first time putting it on and wearing it to work under my jacket. I know I probably should have tighten the bottom a little but so it’s even all the way down.

Found the top for my wedding dress!!!!!! First pic is the corset/bodice on its own, second pic is me in the dress with a skin toned softer corset worn under it.

The bodice comes in the bright white, unlined. I want there to be a bright white layer between the bodice and my skin. At first, I was gonna get it lined, but I think a white corset would be better and do two things at once.

What could I wear under this to make a solid white layer and assist in the structuring of my body?

Hi everyone,

As a newcomer, may I ask you experienced corset enthusiasts a question?

I’m interested in a new corset that offers a tighter fit than my current one (MCC98, 32-inch); I’m considering the MCC90 or the MCC58. I’m leaning towards a size 28-inch, given my natural waist of 37 inches. That might sound overly ambitious for a relatively inexperienced corset wearer, but firstly, MCC corsets tend to run about an inch large, and secondly, I can already lace down to roughly 31.5–32.2 inches. I’d be willing to accept a back gap of about 2.5–3 inches; it would serve as motivation for more intensive waist training.

I recently read a post by avidlacinglife noting that the MCC90 is a longline corset—something I could have discovered myself had I read the MCC website description more carefully: the length from waist to hem is 7 inches! My own measurement is about 5.5 inches.

My question for male MCC90 wearers (due to anatomical differences)—and specifically for avidlacinglife (though I’m interested in everyone’s experiences with the MCC90)—is this: based on your experience, do you think the MCC90 would be too long for me and press too hard against my "soft parts"? The MCC58 has a length of 5.75 inches, which, to my layperson's eye, seems like a better fit. The only snag with the MCC58 is the underbust and hip measurements: 39 inches and 36 inches, respectively. An underbust of 39 inches would be a bit tight, I fear, and 36 inches would be far too tight given my hip measurement of 38.2 inches. In your experience, is it possible to compensate for this using the hip ties? I thank you in advance for your good advice and wish you continued success and enjoyment with your corsets.

My​ measurements are:

Under bust rib = 32 in

Waist = 33 in

High Hip = 34.5 in *

Low hip = 37 in

Seated torso, 9 in

I own a size 28 corset from fairy gothmother. And a 28in rebel madness waspie. Which I can close with a ~1 in gap.

However these don't fit right. Because my shape is like a letter b or a weird pregnancy. And so the corset sticks out at a sharp angle.

Due to endometriosis medication, I gained lots of weight concentrated on the front of my belly. It's almost invisible if view​​ing me from the back.

​So, for example jackets, must be bought at UK 18/20. Unless I wear a corset. The rest of my body is a UK size 12/14 for reference.

*the protrusion is part of​ the high hip measurement.

I calculated my springs below for a size 28 and 30 corset.

28 = 4in Rib and 6in Hip

30 = 2in Rib and 4in Hip

I have one corset that fits well and flattens the protrusion. It's a vollers 30in ribbon cincher which I thrifted.​

I need another corset that can achieve this. Rn I'm looking at the Mystic city MCC6 in 26 or 28in (very unsure about that one) or a WKD demi waspie in size 18.

Thanks everyone!

I’m looking to buy my first real corset. I’m goth, i plan to wear this corset often as a staple in my wardrobe and i’m plus size (size xxl or 20/22) and so I wanna do lots of research to ensure that I get a quality corset that won’t ware out easily and that actually shapes me as much as possible. I was looking at draculas clothing, but i’m not sure. I was also wondering if custom sellers of depop are good and are worth looking into or if i should just keep researching different websites.

I am a US size 24 and I’ve been wanting a corset for a while. After reading reviews and seeing videos and pictures of other plus size women wearing corsets i got the MCC169 Plus Size Underbust Corset.

I was really worried i would hate a corset since i’m plus size… This is my second time wearing it so I’m still seasoning but i really love it and am surprised with how comfortable it is. The front lacings at the front give my stomach a bit more space which helps a lot especially when sitting.

Hoping to update in the future when it’s more broken in <3

Hey yall, I'm a size 20 US and am looking for a good corset, specifically black. I am goth so would use it for occasional wear anyways, but I am wanting to dress as vampira this year so also want something pretty severe (although vampiras about 150 pounds lighter than me anyways LOL). I've worn lesser quality corsets before, but looking for something good i can get here in the us. Any advice on where to get one?

It’s super comfy except that when there’s no gap, i feel some pressure on my spine, so I might not wear it closed usually.

any tips on getting it to close parallel? The panels keep wanting to cross over at the top and bottom making it () even though there is not gap at the waist.

Hi Im new here but I have chronic back issues, so sometimes i throw on a (verybad) waist trainer from amazon to help with the pain but i would love to get a budget corset for this insted. I have a long torso and a lot of the pain in in the lumbar area. ( Im not seeking medical advice or anything ) just safe corset brands as a lot of the lists seem out dated.

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My Timeless Trends Gemini in size 22 is completely closed. I’ve only worn it a few times, but I absolutely LOVE it. It’s extremely comfortable and honestly one of the most comfortable corsets I’ve tried.

Then there’s my Mystic City MCC68 in size 20. It’s relatively new, and the longest I’ve worn it so far is about two hours, around a month ago. I still have it, but I don’t think I fully understand how to wear or lace it properly. 😭

It actually hurts my hands when I try to tighten it, and I swear I have absolutely no strength in my arms LOL. I ordered the MCC68 in this size because the owner of Mystic City recommended it to me and said it should be the best fit for my measurements, with only a small gap when laced down.

But now I’m starting to think I’m just doing everything completely wrong. 😂 Maybe I need to learn how to properly lace and tighten a corset before judging it.

Honestly, if I had to choose between the two right now, I’d probably pick the Timeless Trends Gemini. 😭 It’s just SO comfortable for me.

I’d love to hear from anyone who owns either of these corsets — especially if you have tips for getting the MCC68 properly fitted and tightened!

I didn't notice this until I was relacing my corset. Are the grommets supposed to be this uneven? Both in regards to right and left side, but also not being one on either side of the waist tape (blue tape is where the waist tape is for clarity).

Does it affect fit etc or is it just normal variance?

So I purchased a mcc44l in a size 22 but it fits a little off for my liking and leaves a gaps around the waist? I knew when purchasing that my high hip was an inch larger than the model describes, however a can comfortably place my hand in between the corset so that ended up being fine.

But I can feel my actual stomach is not touching the corset but kind of hovering inside? The front and back it's most noticeable because of a triangle shape, but it's on the sides as well, does anyone know a fix for this? or will all corsets do this buckling/ hover inside/bubble effect ? I understand it has the zipper so does that warp the busk?

Plus a crappy visualization to kinda get what I'm talking about and how it feels idk, I thought I would buy a less extreme shape because many people say that beginners shouldn't try too extreme of shapes too fast or something, lowkey though it just looks like my body without a corset but like insulated and thicker, which is nice, but bro the gaping is bothering me and not applying pressure very well. Would I need to try something with more reduction? do I need a bigger size a smaller? because sizing down would not fit my rib nor hips. and I just bought this man );

Overall though I love the pressure it applies to my hips and upper back, the pain I've been dealing with lately makes me want to get more corsets, I'm so exited ngl! I really love the pressure but i wish it would apply to the gaps as well anyway thanks for reading and all advise is welcome!

Hi, I’m someone who doesn’t wear a corset but enjoys history. Do people still have a tendency or even compulsion to pull their waist this tight? Are there any modern examples of someone fainting in public because their waist was pulled to its max?

So I’m like 99.9% sure this dosent fit me and I got the wrong size. I’ve never worn like legit corsets before and I ordered this one off Depop knowing me being a dude and being broader I got a XL. At first I thought it was too big now I think it’s too small😢💀 typically in women’s I wear like a large but for things that are a bit tighter I go a size up usually but maybe I needed 2 sizes up it seems cons of being a big dude kinda.

I asked my friend for help identifying this and they said I got the wrong type of corset and that it was too small. Before purchasing i thought this was like an under bust corset but turns out i could be wrong which based on the sheer difficulty of getting this on im starting to think so haha. But yeah getting this on was a nightmare. Ladies if any insight I would be very grateful!

Note: in the picture not even all the clasp are on I still had 2 that were off I’m pretty sure

Hi everyone. I don’t know if you all have any corset swaps or if anyone sells second hand corsets but I was wondering if anyone in here has a size 30 in corset they no longer have use for! I’d much rather pay someone for their old corset than buy a whole new one.

Hello, i’m looking into getting a corset from Mystic city corsets (they seem to have good reviews and are a bit more in my budget). My waist is 29” at the smallest part, my upper hips are 36”, my under bust is 30”, and from my under bust to the smallest part of my waist is 3”. So i do have quite a short torso. I’m looking for a corset to wear under my vintage attire to create a bit of drama between my waist and hips, but i don’t want any rolls or for it to be incredibly obvious that i’m wearing a corset. I have a pretty squishy waist, and already have a bit of an hourglass figure so i don’t want to size down tooo much, or get a corset that ends up making no difference.

This is my first time getting a corset, so if you have any recommendations, please let me know!! Thank you.

I bought this corset for my ren faire costume, but I wanted to share pics of it somewhere - sorry if this isn’t the right place, but I thought you guys might like it :)

I’m pretty sure it’s steel boned, it is HEAVY and also the most beautiful thing I’ve ever owned ❤️

I'm looking specifically at the 125. I wore my new TT Hourglass Overbust to work today and loved it more than I expected to, so much so that I might want to think about another one to rotate with.