Frequently Asked Questions...
How in the lords name am i ever going to lace my corset??
the damn thing came unlaced. geez, i looked up how to lace a corset on http://www.waspcreations.com/howtol.htm
but wtf? how complicated does that all seem?! my corset has 13 eyelets (bloody typical i get an unlucky corset
) where do i put the puller loops (which eyelets)? please help!
cant i just tie the damn thing like a shoe to try it on until i can get someone to do it properly? im soo unimpressed it came unlaced (but i guess thats normal?). grr.
Answer:
i'll be round in 5 minutes red to sort it out lol
Lace Corset
How To Lace Your Corset
About Tight Lacing Corsets
Although corsets are a popular feature in the modern woman's wardrobe, the original practice of tight-lacing has, until recent years, been limited to just the specialist fans. Tight-lacing is also known as corset or waist training and is where a corset is tightly laced to modify the figure of the wearer to create a smaller waist and improve posture. Some people also use tight-lacing to experience the tight sensation of the corset for sexual gratification.
Tight-lacing was very popular in Victorian times when the fashionable look was that of a tiny waist with a full bust and hips, the perfect hourglass figure. Today, tight-lacing is not just viewed as a gothic fashion accessory but on the catwalks and in high street designs. Nowadays for most people the aim of a corset is not to create a 13 inch waist but to skim the figure and create curves without putting your health in danger.
How to Choose your Corset
If you wish to start tight-lacing you will need a good quality corset, ideally one that is custom made to fit your body. Buying a cheap lingerie corset will not be suitable; however, a corset bought from a reputable manufacturer can work providing it fits your body perfectly.
When starting out as a tight-lacer a waist reduction of around 4 to 6 inches is a safe and sensible aim. For comfort and ease it is advisable to choose an under bust corset, as these can be worn underneath clothing without being as noticeable.
If you are going to be wearing the corset for long periods of time it is recommended that a corset liner is worn underneath to prevent discomfort on the skin.
How to tight-lace a corset
Once you have selected your corset be sure that you tighten the laces gradually, a bit at a time. Once you feel comfortable after each tightening, you can tighten a bit further. If it causes pain or discomfort, simply loosen again.
The easiest way is, of course, to have someone do this for you and remembering that the excess lacing should be pulled from the middle not the top or the bottom. Generally speaking, lacing a corset is very similar to lacing a shoe with a puller loop at the waist line.
- Thread the lacing into the top two holes and pull so that you have even lengths of lacing on each side
- Lace the corset down creating crosses on the outside until you reach the waist point of the corset
- When you get to this point skip a set of eyelets and thread each lace on the same side creating a loop of excess lacing on the outside of the corset on each side
- Carry on lacing the corset in a criss cross fashion from the outside until you get to the bottom and then fasten the laces like you would a shoe lace.
- You can then use the puller loops to draw in the corset and begin tight-lacing.
Tips for wearing a corset
Once you have selected your corset be sure that you tighten the laces gradually, a bit at a time. Once you feel comfortable after each tightening, you can tighten a bit further. If it causes pain or discomfort, simply loosen again.
When your corset is tightly laced be careful not to eat heavy foods or too many fizzy drinks as this will leave your stomach bloated and cause discomfort.
If you are training your waist it is recommended that you wear your corset every day for at least 12 hours. By doing this daily for around 18 months, you should achieve a permanent waist reduction.
About the Author
Leon Savilla is the owner of The Corset Store a UK based independent retailer of designer corsets, basques and bustiers.
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