Things You'll Need:
- A measuring tape
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Step 1
Find a site that sells bustiers or corsets. A good site should be able to give you sizing information. Knowing that a bustier is a "large" isn't going to help much, since sizes vary as much in bustiers/corsets as they do in other clothing.
I reccommend http://www.giraffecorpse.com.au/ -
Step 2
This is a bustier, not a corsetDecide if you want a corset or bustier. A corset is designed to reign in your body. They can be worn for many hours on end and can be used to 'waist-train', which is changing the shape of your body to a more hourglass figure. This is only safe under the right supervision.
A bustier, on the other hand, reigns in your body ONLY while you are wearing it. As soon as you remove the item your body will go back to its regular shape.
Bustiers are the most common, cheapest and easiest option, though corsets are likely to last longer (as they are MADE to be worn in extreme circumstances). -
Step 3
Find a measuring tape and measure your waist. This is the narrowest part of your torso, regardless of where you wear your pants or where your hips are. My waist is high, so I measure almost immediately under my rib cage.
Use this measurement to find a corset or bustier to your size. A bustier should be around 6cm smaller than your actual waist, in order to create a cinching effect. A corset can be even smaller than this as it needs to be VERY tight to change your body shape.
Again, I stress, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAIN YOUR WAIST WITHOUT PROPER MEDICAL ADVICE AND SUPERVISION. -
Step 4
Something cute and gothic - wow two styles with one stone! :DChoose your corset or bustier. There are so many styles to choose from. Some are sexy, some are classy, some are cute and some are dark and gothic. It all depends on your style and taste. Choose more than one if you like, and give yourself a range of options next time you're going out!
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Step 5
Put your corset or bustier on. You will require assistance at least the first time.
Untie the ribbons or lacing at the back. Put the corset on. Clip it up in the front (most bustiers have back lacing and steel hook and eye clips at the front). Have someone tighten the back. This is done by pulling on the laces like you are doing up shoes. Try and hold the laces tight with the other hand while pulling, or it may loosen again. If you are wearing a bustier ensure you do not tighten too much as it is NOT made for extreme wear, only corsets are. Have them tie a bow at the top. You may wish to tie it in a double knot to ensure it does not undo while you are wearing it. -
Step 6
Now you should be able to take off and put on the corset by undoing and doing the hook and eye closures at the front. It may require you to "suck in" while you do it but if you have tightened the bustier correctly you will not have any problems with this step.
If you are wearing a corset and will be wearing it tightly, you will likely always require assistance in tightening the lacing. -
Step 7
Stand back and admire. Now accessorise! Corsets and bustiers go with almost any clothing items, from jeans to skirts to shorts. You are only limited by your imagination!
And don't forget the finishing touches - stockings, hats, gloves and hair accessories!
