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Why wear a bridal corset

While the days of pure whites for the wedding night that implied a bride’s virginal purity have (mostly) passed, wearing white for your wedding day (and night) is still common. Because of this, there’s an impressive array of white lingerie to complement the bridal outfit available for purchase online. What’s the purpose of a bridal corset? Bridal corsets or bustiers help support the bust and smooth the torso when you’re dressed in your bridal gown, but they can also be worn for your spouse’s eyes on the wedding night. Bridal corsets or bustiers are usually quite plain and unembellished, since they act as an undergarment, but a white corset or bustier used as lingerie will often have much more embellishments. These can include rhinestones, lace appliques or sheer panels that will add visual interest. While it’s not hard to find a white corset that you can wear on your wedding day, maybe modern brides are opting not to wear white at all. If this is the case for you,
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Which Corset to Choose Based on Your Body Type

Corsets come in a number of different styles to suit women’s body types, because of this every woman should consider what style would look best for her body before investing in a black corset . If you are of average build: if you are of average build with curves, you are blessed with being able to wear almost any kind of corset there is. If you want to accentuate your bust, a corset with a sweetheart neckline will draw attention to your chest, while a corset with an hourglass shape will draw attention to your waist. If you are tall and slim: If you are quite tall and thin, you may want to use your corset to create the illusion of a larger bust. Women who are taller than 5’6” and small chested can benefit from a corset with beading or embellishments at the chest that can create the illusion of a fuller bust and a corset that pulls in the waist will also create the illusion of more curves. If you are short and petite: If you are 5’3” or shorter, you should look for a co
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The adult way to wear purple

Purple has recently come back into fashion and is being seen everywhere from lilac blazers to amethyst jewelry. This rich, beautiful color is often relegated to children’s clothing, but is back in a big way for adults. If you want to incorporate purple into your wardrobe as an adult, consider these following tips. Match the shade to the season Purple comes in every shade from pale lilac to rich mulberry, but depending on the season some of these shades can seem off putting. The spring sweetness of lavender will look jarring in the cold months of winter, while rich eggplant will seem cloying in the first warm days of spring. Because of this, try to match the richer, darker tones to the cool months of winter and the paler, subtler shades to spring and summer. Wear it in moderation Purple is a strong, statement color and like any statement color, it should be worn in moderation. Wearing too much at once can be a disaster and make a statement outfit go from stylish to overbearing
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Getting sexy with it: why dressing sexy doesn’t make you any less steampunk

We’ve all seen the backlash some women get for wearing a racy steampunk costume : people try to call them out for “faking” or not being “steampunk enough” (whatever that means), but we don’t buy that.  Embracing your sexy side doesn’t stop your from being steampunk.  Time and again, people reiterate that steampunk has no real rules, just a set of loose guidelines. So if dressing sexy is what you enjoy, then don’t let anyone say it’s not steampunk. To start with, being racy with your steampunk outfit doesn’t mean you’re limited to burlesque characters or ladies of the night. Sexy adventurers, pilots and assassins are all great options. Get creative with the costumes by using chaps or cropped tops to show some skin, while still having plenty of fabric to attach chains, bandoliers or other accessories to. Steampunk corsets are also a great way to add some va-va-voom to your outfit. Underbust corsets will give you great waist to bust ratio by whittling down your mid-section, whic
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What makes a Corset Steampunk?

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The phrase “if you call it steampunk, it is steampunk” is something we’re firmly in favor of. Steampunk is a very individualistic expression of creativity and fantasy and we don’t think anyone should be in a position to tell you how you should express your creativity. That aside, there are certain elements and items that embrace the traditional concepts of steampunk with a little more verve and vigor.  Corsets fall right in line with the Victorian era steampunk aesthetic. Corsets were at their height of popularity in the Victorian age, which is where steampunk draws its inspiration. So a corset of any type is a pretty safe steampunk bet. Of course, a steampunk corset can get way more interesting than your standard laces and satin. Steampunk corsets can make use of some unique materials that aren’t often seen in traditional corsets. Metal, leather and chain can all unique elements of steampunk to your corset. Many steampunk corsets also make use of leather straps, remini
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Tips on Creating Your Personal Goth Style

The goth subculture has existed for decades and it’s as fascinating as it is misunderstood. If you’re a creature of the night, lover of all things black and leather, and can carry the combination of fabulous eyeliner and dark lip, you’re ready to create your own personal goth style. Here’s what you’ll need to create a complete goth clothing look: 1. A Corset Goth style doesn’t always borrow from vintage clothing and design but a corset is a staple in this subculture. Every goth has worn one at least once in their life or have wanted to. Corsets are very feminine and very powerful at the same time. They can make a person look and feel confident and sensual. Corsets are also very versatile so you can use them in combination with tees and lacy tops or with sophisticated dresses. 2. Accessories You must’ve noticed that most Goths wear a lot of accessories. They’re partial to rustic silver necklaces and chains with complex designs and imagery. A good goth outfit will include some
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Are Corsets Safe?

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Now, the truth is that there are quite a lot of different myths which are surrounding the wearing of corsets , regardless of their type. For that matter, also, it’s important to note that there are quite a few different types that you can go for. From trendy Victorian corsets to rather kinky Steam punk corsets and all the colorful varieties from whit corsets to black corsets, the options are numerous.  One of the most common questions that a lot of women would be very curious about is whether or not corsets are actually safe. Well, the truth is that some of the risks that are associated with corsetry and waist training are based on certain facts but the majority of them are complete hokum.  Busting the Medical Myths It was thought that infections of the lungs and more precisely tuberculosis was one of the most dramatic risks associated with laced and steel boned corsets. In reality, the chances are that wearing a corset is likely to actually help you in preventing t
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