How to measure for a corset!
Measurement Guide:
There are 5 basic measurements that are needed in order to insure that your corset fits you properly. All measurements should be in inches:
1) Bust- Measure around your body at the nipple or the widest point at the breast.
2) Under Bust- Slide your hand under your breast. At the point where your hand stops and your breast begins, Measure around your body.
3) Waist- This is your MOST IMPORTANT MEASUREMENT!!! Measure around the waist at the point where you naturally bend. This is not necessarily the smallest point of the waist.
4)UPPER Hip- NOT THE SAME AS A HIP MEASUREMENT! Measure around the body at the point where the top of your panties are supposed to sit. Or the top of your hip bone. It is NOT the widest point of your hips.
5) Torso- In a seated position, measure from your under bust to your lap.
Corset Sizes-
Real Steel Boned Corsets are generally sized by the inches around the waist. So a size 30 would mean it is 30" around the waist when it is laced totally closed.
Choosing your corset size-
It is generally suggested to get a corset sized 4-6 inches smaller than your natural waist measurement. This allows your waist to be reduced while cinching down the corset. The more plus-sized you are, the more reduction you will get from the start because of "squish factor". Plus sized individuals may be able to fit a corset up to 8 inches smaller than their waist. But it depends on how long the laces are on the corset, so keep this in mind when purchasing.
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To get the bust and under bust measurements. Would I wear a bra or no bra?
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