Corset Q&A (DIY and purchasing)
Posted: 26 May 2008, 03:34
The cost of commercially-made corsets, especially the custom ones (an absolute must for real waist training), is what drives me to make my own. I made my first corset nine years ago, and only started serious waist training two and a half years ago. In all, I have made over a dozen corsets (the first few were crude), so the savings are quite appreciable.
I would suggest that making your own corsets is an economical alternative to buying them, but making a corset requires skill, patience, and a high degree of meticulousness. It will take a few attempts to get the right recipe - and the right appearance. For someone who just wants a nice piece of feminine underwear for occasional wear, for the looks, it's better to buy one that suits one's taste - it will be cheaper than the trial-and-error process of learning the art of corset construction.
In my case, function is more important than appearance. My corsets are not necessarily made to look exceptionally good, they are made first and foremost to be solid enough to relentlessly and unyieldingly mold my body into the shape I want. Since I am progressively reducing my waist and changing my shape, I need to change corsets regularly - so making my own is much more economical (and I can recycle some parts).
Buy what you want, from where you want - eBay is fine, but be sure of what you're getting because you'll have little or no support or advice about what you're purchasing (and little hope of refund). A store is preferable just for the person at the other end who can help you with your selection and make sure you get the right fit, even with an off-the-rack corset.
Jenny.
I would suggest that making your own corsets is an economical alternative to buying them, but making a corset requires skill, patience, and a high degree of meticulousness. It will take a few attempts to get the right recipe - and the right appearance. For someone who just wants a nice piece of feminine underwear for occasional wear, for the looks, it's better to buy one that suits one's taste - it will be cheaper than the trial-and-error process of learning the art of corset construction.
In my case, function is more important than appearance. My corsets are not necessarily made to look exceptionally good, they are made first and foremost to be solid enough to relentlessly and unyieldingly mold my body into the shape I want. Since I am progressively reducing my waist and changing my shape, I need to change corsets regularly - so making my own is much more economical (and I can recycle some parts).
Buy what you want, from where you want - eBay is fine, but be sure of what you're getting because you'll have little or no support or advice about what you're purchasing (and little hope of refund). A store is preferable just for the person at the other end who can help you with your selection and make sure you get the right fit, even with an off-the-rack corset.
Jenny.