What is a Corset
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What is a Corset?
Summary:
A corset is a garment designed to shape the upper body for aesthetic or orthopedic reasons. Both men and women have worn corsets throughout history and continue to do so today.Article:
A corset is a distinctive garment used to mold the upper body into a desired shape, serving both fashion and orthopedic purposes. Historically and presently, both men and women wear corsets.
The art of crafting corsets is called corsetry, and those who design and make them are known as corsetiers (men) or corsetieres (women), or simply corsetmakers.
Purpose and Use:
Corsets are most commonly worn to create an appealing, fashionable silhouette. For women, this typically involves accentuating curves by narrowing the waist, thus highlighting the bust and hips. Although less common, corsets have also been used to achieve a more tubular shape.For men, corsets have traditionally been used to slim the figure. However, between 1820 and 1835, an hourglass figure was sometimes fashionable for men, accomplished by wearing corsets.
Construction:
Corsets are crafted from flexible materials such as satin, leather, PVC, denim, and velvet, and are reinforced with boning (also known as ribs or stays). While steel and whalebone were popular in the Victorian era, modern corsets often use plastic, though high-quality ones still favor steel. Other historic materials for boning include ivory, wood, and cane. Unlike corsets, girdles are typically made of elasticized fabric without boning.A corset encloses the upper body, usually extending from under the arms to the hips. Some designs go beyond the hips and may even reach the knees. A shorter version, which covers the waist (from below the ribs to just above the hips), is called a 'waist cincher' or underbust corset. Some corsets also feature garters to hold up stockings.
Fastening:
Corsets are typically fastened by lacing, usually at the back. Adjusting the lacing alters the tightness of the corset. While it is possible for individuals to lace themselves, it can be challenging. Many corsets also feature a buttoned or hooked front, allowing easy wear once the lacing is adjusted. This method, however, isn’t suitable for tightlacing, which aims for maximum waist reduction. Tightlacers generally require assistance from others.Historically, women wore corsets over a garment called a chemise or shift, a sleeveless, low-necked dress made of washable materials like cotton or linen. These absorbed sweat and helped keep the corset clean. Today, people typically wear an undershirt or corset liner for this purpose.
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