Our recommendation is a custom underbust hourglass with a front busk closure, because it follows the natural curves of the human body, is easier to close down than a longer overbust corset, and is more convenient to put on and remove. You may choose either the high-hipped Victorian, or the longline Edwardian underbust style.

Firming your abdominal area like any other muscle group takes a regular exercise routine, patience and time. Simple abdominal crunches or sit-ups are easy and work fine. You do not need to buy fancy ab equipment from an infomercial or a store. If you do cardio (exercises that make you sweat like running, soccer, or dancing) with ab training, you will be building muscle and burning stored adipose (fat) tissue in your abdominal area. See similar questions...

Only if you want to reduce your bust and hips by the same amount. Cut the size closest to your waist, hips and bust or under bust and then take it in at the waist. No. Look at it this way. Let’s say you have 4 seams where you can take it in. That really makes 8 since there are 2 halves of a corset. Divide 4 inches by 8 for a result of ½ inch. You take in a seam ¼” for a total reduction of ½”. See similar questions...

Yes, with practice anyone can, with good arm movement, put a corset on and lace it closed. Each corset does come with a “how to lace” guide. See similar questions...

We include this information with all of our corsets, but here it is for reference. Undo the metal clasp in front (the busc), turn the corset over and loosen the laces. You will notice that there are two loops in the lacing at the waist in back - these loops will be where you pull to tighten the corset. Place the corset around your waist with the button side of the busc on your left. Hook the metal buttonholes over the buttons, and pull gently on the ribbon loops until the corset is just snug. See similar questions...

Yes and no. It is very important that you have a well-fitting sturdy underbust hourglass corset that is seasoned, and then attend to proper nutrition, diet, exercise and a gradual lacing down process in order to avoid damaging the corset or your body. It is best to be sure you understand the proper and moderate steps needed to "train" your waist down to a temporary or permanent waist reduction. See similar questions...

Good question! As with many other terms in common use in the corset world, there is no single rigid or technical definition, no matter what is currently being advertised as a "man's corset" on any other website you may have visited. See similar questions...

The manufacturing process uses up to two inches, leaving only eight inches (jaw length). Most of the children who receive hairpieces from Locks of Love are little girls, and most want long hair. When we need to provide a hairpiece to a boy, we use some of the shorter lengths that have been separated by hand from each donated ponytail. Yes, hair that is short, gray, or otherwise unusable will be sold to help offset manufacturing costs. See similar questions...

In "Cool Party", Rhonda asks Arnold this question - and Arnold removes his blue sweater to reveal his orange shirt, which isn't tucked into his pants and usually sticks out from underneath the sweater. (Then again, the way Grandpa quickly takes to golf in "Grudge Match", maybe there's some Scottish blood in Arnold after all...) See similar questions...

Waist training is a long and costly though beautiful look on a woman. It takes 6-9 months, depending upon your body. It involves moving your lower ribs and organs, pulling in your waist about 6”-10” inches. You need to work with your Doctor and corsettier for waist training. See similar questions...

Corsets are not easily disguisable under clothing because they are normally four layers thick and contain double steel boning around the corset, adding 1" of girth to your waistline. In addition, the top and bottom edges are somewhat thick considering that binding (another layer of doubled-over fabric) must be applied to finish off the corset. Thus, some wardrobe accommodation must be made to reduce the risk of the corset showing when worn underneath clothing. See similar questions...

That depends. Most folks can do this temporarily and immediately with a first corset, and be comfy for hours. That should be no struggle at all. Permanent waist reduction will also be rather easy as 1.5" that is not much, depending on your body tone, shape, and present measurements. With further details and measurements, we can give you a more educated opinion on the matter. See similar questions...

Yes, but only after you break it in thoroughly and practice sleeping, otherwise it may permanently twist and torque so that you cannot straighten it up even when you wear it during the day. It will have to be a bit looser at night for most folks and it may take you several tries before you can sleep all night long while corseted. See similar questions...

Most likely, not. Most people find when they start corseting and for some time later, especially if you lace down four or more inches, that you eat about half as much, and at one-half the speed. It takes some time to get used to eating a meal while corseted. You should corset first, then eat. If you eat first, you will find it difficult to lace down. See similar questions...

Corsets are unnoticeable under loose fitting garments. The best guide is if you can see your bra or girdle, then your corset will be as visible underneath. See similar questions...

Pretty much anything. We have clients who wear them to anything such as dancing at clubs, luncheons, elegant evening black tie affairs, and weddings. A few wear them as foundation garments instead of a bra and treat them as a camisole at work. The possibilities are really endless. See similar questions...

All of our corsets are built to last. Care will depend on the fabric the corset is constructed from, but most corsets should not be washed. First, it's best to wear a camisole under your corset to keep it clean. When needed, lay the corset out flat on a clean surface to sponge the cotton lining with a just-damp sponge (not too wet - you don't want it soaking through to the exterior fabric!). Let it air until dry. See similar questions...

In some cases liposuction of the waist needs to be added to a tummy tuck to improve the waistline. When you visit with your surgeon by sure to ask very specific questions and have a picture in your mind of what you want your overall body contour to look like. See similar questions...

There is a great deal of difference. If you look carefully at the belt, you will see it is extra wide, from 2.25" to 3" wide custom. It is extra thick as well, made of very strong lattigo leather for sturdiness (two thicknesses), and nicely stitched four times. It has a roller buckle and five or six grommets and is larger in diameter than usual grommets in order for you to buckle it on more easily. See similar questions...