How do I know my corset size?

For most corsets, you’ll want to subtract 3–4 inches from your waist size to determine the corset size. For example, if your natural waist is 30 inches, you would subtract 3 inches and look on the sizing chart and that would give you your proper size.

What is a short corset?

Short or waspie corsets are best suited for anyone with a seated, under bust torso length of 7.5 inches or below, short corsets provide more moderate to extreme curvature (leaning more towards the extreme) since they sit mostly centered and focused on the waist.

What does long line corset mean?

Standard (Regular): Long at the front but not the sides. Standard length corsets work for people with a torso length of about 8″ or more (seated measurement). Longline (Long): Longline corsets need a seated torso length of about 11″ or more. Their length makes for a stunning look and can create ample curves.

What is a short torso body type?

Having a short torso typically means that you also have a short waist. That means the distance from your shoulders to your natural waist is shorter than those with average waist. In other words, your waistline sits higher on the body. Your vertical body type can also impact your rise.

How to tell if you have a short waist or long waist?

“A very quick and easy way to tell if you have a short waist is to stand up straight, and see if you can fit two hand widths under your bust to your waist (narrowest point). If you can fit more than two hand widths you have a long waist, less than two, a short waist”.

Can a corset be too low at the bust?

Alterations or a custom corset may be necessary, as the bust apex (fullest point) on a ready to wear corset will probably be too low and create the dreaded “quad boob” effect. A style with gussets (triangular insets) at the bust can provide shaping and support to the buxom better than a silhouette shaped solely by regular seams.

What kind of waist do you have inside out?

1 Less than 2 hands width – Short Waist 2 2 hands width – Balanced Waist 3 More than 2 hands width – Long Waist

Can you wear a corset with a flat back?

If you have a swayback or a shelf butt, a corset designed for flat-backed upright posture (pilates posture, as I think of it) may buckle at the back waist. If, on the other hand, you are flat-backed and your corset is not, you may find yourself tipping your pelvis backwards to accommodate, or feeling a slight pinch at the small of your back.