Despite the name most people do not know what defines a true corset. Basques and lightly boned bodices are bandied about under the name corset without fulfilling the nature of this mesmerizing and unique garment.
Whatever the styling a corset does not just look pretty or sexy, it actually reshapes the human body into a more hourglass form, persuading the waist to reduce generally by 2-4 inches, giving that distinctive curve.
With that in mind, a corset should be ordered 2-4 inches below your natural waist measurement, depending on the desired effect. If your waist is small, then it will not compress as easily, nor as far, as a person who's waist is larger.
All La Vey designs' corsets are measured in even waist sizes rising in two-inch increments from a 22 inches up to 28 inches.
OVERBUST LONGLINE CORSET
Wide chalk pinstripe from LaVey Designs, a small intimate corsetiere from the heart of the UK.
Classic longline corset in a wide prinstripe from LA Vey Designs.
Sophisticated elegance in this duchess black rose corset from LaVey Designs, a small intimate corsetiere from the heart of the UK.
Classic longline corset in a stunning duchess black rose design from LA Vey Designs.
Sensual silk and satin finery in this red rose brocade corset from LaVey Designs, a small intimate corsetiere from the heart of the UK.
Classic longline corset in a deep red rose brocade from LA Vey Designs.
Strong Powerful PVC corset from LaVey Designs, a small intimate corsetiere from the heart of the UK.
Classic longline corset in PVC from LA Vey Designs.