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Corset wearing

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Lady
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(@kchip19)
Estimable Member     Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Joined: 2 years ago

Hi all I have just taken to wearing a corset some of the time. I'am finding them a lovely feeling and was wondering if there are many others out there that wear a corset often. I like the fact you can sinch down your waist or wear it looser for a lovely hug. What do you think.

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Lady
(@ricky47)
Joined: 1 year ago

Active Member     St Martin, Guernsey, Channel Islands (Not in above Country/County lists above), Hampshire, United Kingdom
Posts: 5

@kchip19 Hi Jennifer, I have some corsets and love them, but hard to cinch up properly. Just invested in one from the net, more of a body suit but closes at the front, very tight and supportive, love it. Also from Net have a couple of very high waited sculpting knickers that are almost as good as the real thing. Biggest problem is finding corsets that are long enough, I'm 6ft 1in so dont fit particularly well.

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Lady
(@harriette)
Joined: 2 years ago

Illustrious Member     Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 3996

@kchip19 I have a handful of corsets or waist-cinchers. All different types, all lightweight and inexpensive, with which to learn.

While most of them do the job, I have to be careful what I cover them with. The top and bottom edges can be quite visible if the outer clothes are snug or tight.

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Lady
(@sam29301)
Joined: 10 months ago

New Member     Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Posts: 1

@harriette hi Harriet's, do you have any suggestions for a waist cincher? I love the figure my corset gives me but it is a bit too bulky for some outfits where I still need a bit of shape to get some curves.

Thanks so much,

Samantha 😃

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Lady
(@harriette)
Joined: 2 years ago

Illustrious Member     Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 3996

@sam29301 Nothing very extensive. The clinchers that I have are inexpensive and not very stiff. This, oddly, has a benefit of narrowing my waist in the soft belly area quite a bit (2" ?), but not so much at the bottom or top edges.

My best quality corset is long enough to get down to my hips, but there is a hip flare for a wide female hip that tight clothes would show. It's not too bad with some dresses, but it can be obvious with some closer fitting clothes.

Also, I would recommend trying a few different designs, to see how much of a fat roll gets pushed out of the top. I am not fat, but even still a roll forms above the clincher.

I also have a non-adjustable rubbery men's corset, as a comparison. It is longer, but has no laces. Luckily, it actually fits me, but I need to wear a T-shirt or corset liner under it. I still need to make sure that the outer wear doesn't show the top & bottom edges. If I wear breast forms, it isn't too bad.

Based on my experience, so far, be prepared to experiment on your own or to go to a professional corsetiere who can fit you properly. I had a custom leather corset made for my wife and it fit her perfectly, at the time.

Thanks for asking, Samantha.

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Lady
(@harriette)
Joined: 2 years ago

Illustrious Member     Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 3996

Hmmm, I didn't see that auto-correct changed cincher into clincher. That's almost funny.

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Duchess
(@missylinda)
Joined: 2 years ago

Noble Member     Ft Worth, Texas, United States of America
Posts: 847

@harriette I have a liner from Orchard Corsets. Can also be bought on Amazon.  It needs to be of a breathable material with wicking. Properties.  Do not reccomend nylon or satin .  Happy lacing!

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(@vikivee)
Joined: 10 months ago

Active Member     Florida, United States of America
Posts: 2

@harriette i have recently got into corsetry myself and learned that corset liners exist. They are usually used as a barrier between the skin and the corset, but can be used to help hide the corset's lines if worn on top. 

im personally hoping to get a Mystic City corset in a month or so. 

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Lady
(@celestecd)
Joined: 4 years ago

Reputable Member     Colorado, United States of America
Posts: 210

@kchip19 I purchased a corset last year even though I had some hesitations.  Once I tried it on, I was pleasantly surprised and those hesitations went away.  I love the way it makes me look and it feels great to have it tightening up around my body - like you said, a hug.  I'll add that it helps my posture which makes me feel even more feminine.  Just all around a great addition to my outfits.

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Duchess
(@missylinda)
Joined: 2 years ago

Noble Member     Ft Worth, Texas, United States of America
Posts: 847

@kchip19 several of my besties have commented and I agree with them.  For others who are curious I would say corsets, as a rule, lace up in back and can be a challenge to get the laces pulled to the center so you can draw the waist.  I reccomend  watching the videos on Orchard Closet to learn about this garment.  To me, the exquisite feeling of being tightly laced up can’t be matched.  It’s similar to what many love about the confining feel of a bra. I wear a corset liner underneath.  

Once again , for the curious, waist cincher, and high waist girdles, full body shapers, and longlines can also be used to shape , and don’t require lacing.  As you can see corsets are just behind petticoats as my favorite throwback article of clothing.  

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Lady
(@florapgh)
Estimable Member     Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania, United States of America
Joined: 2 years ago

I purchased my first corset back in December(?) of last year.  I absolutely love it!  Luckily, I have more of a womanly shape than I do a manly shape, but the corset just amplifies it.  I’ve been wearing it more and more with my dresses and you just can’t deny that wonderful feeling from the hug.  

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Lady
Topic starter
(@kchip19)
Estimable Member     Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Joined: 2 years ago

Hi Flora your so right about the hug. Wearing a corset is way more comfortable than I imaged. Thanks for replying

Jennifer

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Managing Ambassador
(@melodeescarlet)
Famed Member     DC/Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Joined: 2 years ago

I don't set foot out the door without a corset/waist trainer. I just don't like my shape without it. They can be a little pinchy or irritating over long periods, but I just get used to it.

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Lady
(@kchip19)
Joined: 2 years ago

Estimable Member     Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Posts: 32

@melodeescarlet Hi Melodee I think I will be wearing a corset allot. Do you think your corset waist trainer has shaped your body over time.

Hugs Jennifer

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Managing Ambassador
(@melodeescarlet)
Joined: 2 years ago

Famed Member     DC/Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Posts: 1043

@kchip19 Nope! My diet however has trained me to know I need a corset. 🙂

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Duchess Annual
(@patches)
Estimable Member     Maryland, United States of America
Joined: 1 year ago

Anytime, Ive tried to wear one, I don't like the way it feels or fits.  For me it accentuates my stomach instead of hiding it, but I really haven't given them much of a chance.  A lot of girls love them. ' Uncertain  

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(@Anonymous 93795)
Estimable Member
Joined: 1 year ago

Jennifer- I am so happy you started this thread…I have been considering wearing a waist cincher recently and was curious about the comfort, etc. 

What brand etc did you research and buy?

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(@debbiedd)
Noble Member     los angeles, California, United States of America
Joined: 5 years ago

The thing I like about my corsets is that they give you that shape and hug we need for good posture. It always puts me in a girlie mode even if wearing it under drab clothing 

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Lady
(@darcy97)
Reputable Member     Georgia, United States of America
Joined: 5 years ago

Where is everyone buying theirs from?

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Managing Ambassador
(@melodeescarlet)
Joined: 2 years ago

Famed Member     DC/Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Posts: 1043

@darcy97 I got mine all on Amazon. They're all technically waist trainers (steel boned mesh underbust). I don't think any was more than $50, but they've all held up pretty well in my 15 months.

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Lady
(@jdj)
Joined: 1 year ago

Trusted Member     Rockville, Maryland, United States of America
Posts: 30

@darcy97 I’ve bought 2 from Janet’s closet.love wearing them

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Duchess
(@missylinda)
Joined: 2 years ago

Noble Member     Ft Worth, Texas, United States of America
Posts: 847

@darcy97 bought mine on Amazon, about $60.  The website Orchard corsets , not only sells but has video tutorials on seasoning, lacing, etc.  I would recommend a corset liner if you don’t wear over an undergarment.

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Lady
(@crossingoverxy2xx)
Eminent Member     Alberta, Canada
Joined: 12 months ago

I also enjoy wearing a corset.
I do enjoy how it shapes my waist and gives me more of the hour glass shape.

I have tried some full that go over the bust and halfs that go under the bust.  The halfs are what I would typically wear.

It's a bit of a learning experience to get them done up right by yourself.  I have found that using an open door and placing one of the laces around each side of the door knob allows me to step forward and tension as tight as I feel like that day.

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Lady
(@kchip19)
Joined: 2 years ago

Estimable Member     Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Posts: 32

@crossingoverxy2xx  Hi Darla thankyou so much for your tip about door handles it works a treat. In fact had to slacken off a bit to be able to breath easier. 

Smile Laugh Thumbs Up  

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Lady
(@crossingoverxy2xx)
Joined: 12 months ago

Eminent Member     Alberta, Canada
Posts: 10

@kchip19 lol, yup, you can synch that corset up so tight you will pass out!

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Lady
(@sashabennett)
Noble Member     Wick, Caithness, United Kingdom
Joined: 1 year ago

I'm lucky in that Mrs B is an ex professional corset maker so I have quite the collection. I do like the way they fit but I've never been able to wear them for more than a day at a time without getting heartburn. Also I am a semi professional lounger & corsets are not ideal for crashing out & watching telly. Good for posture but not really suitable for the comfy sofa  😆 

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Duchess
(@amydoll)
Estimable Member     Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Joined: 12 months ago

I have a waist trainer albeit I rarely use it these day as I find it uncomfortable and makes my walk look very awkward and not femme at all! (it does give a great cinch though!)

I was curious about getting a corset to try- what are they like to wear compared to a waist trainer?

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Lady
(@sashabennett)
Joined: 1 year ago

Noble Member     Wick, Caithness, United Kingdom
Posts: 801

@amydoll A proper corset would be a lot stiffer than a waist trainer, more bones makes for a better cinch but to really get the best out of it they need to be a custom fit which obviously makes them more expensive. Once you have one it also needs a period of breaking in over a few weeks in order to get it flexible enough to wear with a degree of comfort & to get really used to it takes time & dedication & you might need to amend your diet (to avoid the aforementioned heartburn). You might be lucky & find one that fits "off the shelf" but unless you really want to get into corsets it's probably not worth the expense. I don't want to put anyone off here, I think if you can deal with the changes to your lifestyle I think they look awesome & sexy but they aren't for the faint of heart.

X

Sasha

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Duchess
(@amydoll)
Joined: 12 months ago

Estimable Member     Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Posts: 90

@sashabennett good advice, thanks Sasha ❤️

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Baroness
(@annaredhead)
Famed Member     Cornwall, United Kingdom
Joined: 11 months ago

I wear a waist clincher, or a shape wear-type waistcoat which clinches from diaphragm down to hips 

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(@Anonymous 93795)
Estimable Member
Joined: 1 year ago

I wore corsets during my younger years, when I had a much different figure.  Back then I enjoyed the figure which the corset gave me and the feeling of wearing it.

In the present day, I will almost always wear a waist cincher and own several of them.  The rare exception is when I wear a long line bra or an outfit where it is just not appropriate to wear either a cincher or or a long line bra. 

I own other types of shapewear, and depending on the outfit, sometimes will employ something totally different.  I enjoy the endless options, which in the drab world of male clothing does not exist.   

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Lady
(@daddydavita)
Estimable Member     Midland, Ontario, Canada
Joined: 2 years ago

I have several corsets but I do prefer a waist sincher (Rago style 21) which has garter straps stockings which I prefer over pantyhose. Happy sinching!

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(@davinaes)
Estimable Member     El Segundo, California, United States of America
Joined: 2 years ago

Corsets are one of my favorite items. Just love the way it squeezes me. Started out with a good quality under bust corset manufactured from a place in London.  Don't remember the name of the manufacture but it had the Union Jack on the label. Purchased it from a store in Las Vegas decades ago that catered to the transgender and crossdressing community.  Wore it until the material came apart and the boning started popped through.  I recently purchased two new corsets from Orchard Corset (styles CS-701 and CS-511, both size 32 and in satin) that I'm still breaking in. Got the CS-701 (standard under bust corset) to help me get a feminine appearance and be able to wear it under my male clothing.  The CS-511 is a long line over-the-bust corset and purchased it simple because it was different than what I had before.  Still trying to figure out how which outfits go best with it.  An item I would suggest purchasing is some type of corset liner.  It is a simple tube top you wear under the corset to help keep the oils from your body getting on the corset, and it also helps with reducing some pinching or rubbing. 

Davina. 

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Lady
(@ricky47)
Joined: 1 year ago

Active Member     St Martin, Guernsey, Channel Islands (Not in above Country/County lists above), Hampshire, United Kingdom
Posts: 5

@davinaes Hi Davina, interesting read. I've just asked Orchard for bespoke sizing, so see what they come back with. As I'm 6ft1in off the shelf are too short and uncomfortable. So, thanks. x

 

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