The Corset Connection

Corsets Walk the Runway

Grace Avalon — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:11:00 GMT

Image from the Daily Truffle. Click the image to read their fabulous article on Corsets trending on the runway

Corsets and lingerie as outer wear made a big splash on runways for 2010. People are often confused as there where they might wear such a garment or how they'd style it so that it doesn't look like a fetish garment or an antiquated girdle! Here are some styling suggestions on how to wear your favorite corset out in public, while still maintaining optimum chicness!

Corset Compliments by pinkbot featuring Carvela shoes

Pair your corset with a pencil skirt, smart jacket, belt and heels and you will have a killer shape and look more stylish than ever!

How do you incorporate your corset into your regular wardrobe?

Julianna Margulies in a Ribbon Corset

Grace Avalon — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:25:00 GMT

In the May 2010 Issue of W Magazine, Julianna Margulies is featured in this Stretch Corset Belt from Kiki de Montparnasse. Versatile Corsets offers a fabulous alternative at half the price with our Ribbon Under bust in Stretch Elastic. People always wonder how to wear this corset...and Julianna is doing a fabulous job. Pair it with your favorite dress for an extra pinch of cinch and sass!!

New Rose Corset by Versatile Corsets

Grace Avalon — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:23:00 GMT

Photography by Shannon Brooke

Model is Frankie Sin

Our New Rose corset is an elegant, upscale style, perfect for formal occasions! We photographed it with the bride in mind, but this item can be done in ANY color combination we offer. It retails starting at $648.

Corset Inspiration: Kerli's Tea Party Video

Grace Avalon — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 19:52:00 GMT

One common complaint about custom clothing isn't what you'd expect. We often hear things like "I'm overwhelmed" or "I can't decide". With so many choices available to our customers, it can be a daunting experience to choose one perfect style out of thousands of combos. If you can't decide, reference some of your favorite looks, videos, and colors to draw inspiration! We are loving the over-the-top lolita looks in the Kerli Video above...a great inspiration that can easily translate to your corset.

What are your favorite places to gather inspiration?

Dita Von Teese in Versatile Corsets!

Grace Avalon — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 19:03:00 GMT

Check out this vintage Versatile video of Dita Von Teese wearing a Ruffle Bra, Dita Corset, and 26" Pencil Skirt all in Silver Peony. Though this video is old, we still offer the entire outfit in pretty much any size or color!

Corsets in this music video (The song, by Dommin, ain't bad, either)!

Grace Avalon — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:37:00 GMT

My Heart, Your Hands by Dommin

Enjoy!

~G.

Off Topic (WAY off topic)! Casey James

Grace Avalon — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:18:00 GMT

Alright - so I'm a little late (blame it on having a DVR/TIVO), and WAY off topic - but may I please gush for a moment about Casey Jones on American Idol (a few nights ago?)!

O-M-G... Yes, i'm closer to Kara's age, and yes, this is totally inappropriate for a "Corset Review" blog - but (at the moment) I don't have anywhere else to babble on. <sighs> I'm just in heaven right now... and, although I apologize for getting so "off" - let me revel in it for a few moments, yes?

Happy Lacing (especially if you have someone that beautiful to help you)!
~G.

Victorian Riding Corset by Corset Connection

Grace Avalon — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:45:00 GMT

I am really impress by this corset. The shape and fit is quite good. The front busk opening is about 11" long, and comes up to a point just between the breasts. This allows it to fit well with an underwire bra, and with a push-up bra it looks amazing. The one I have here is their Black Floral Brocade. It has strong boning and I purchased it with the Ribbon Corset Laces (LOVE THESE! will write more about corset laces later).

Although I am a wimpy corset wearer (ie. I do not tight-lace, I just like them to be comfy and practical), I was easily able to reduce my 39" waist to 37", and keep it there for an entire evening. When I removed the Victorian Riding Corset my tummy stayed flat for a good hour or so before it gradually went back to "too big" <sighs>. Definitely more comfortable than liposuction, but not quite as long-lasting.

Since I didn't remember to ask my dinner companion to take a picture - you'll all be happy to just look at the lovely Bernie Dexter (instead of the not-quite-so-lovely me) here: Victorian Riding Corset

Happy Lacing!!!
~G.

Corset Information Website

Grace Avalon — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:18:00 GMT

The terrific corset information website www.CorsetInformation.com has recently been updated and reformatted. It is now easier to find the information that you want, when you want it. There is also a corset making manual for sale on the site, and a new forum (that looks a wee bit sparse, so maybe we should all go there and get it going?)!

Remember to take a look around and let them know what you think of their new site and format. Feedback can be sent to info@cameo-designs.com.

Next Post: Review on the Victorian Riding Corset by www.CorsetConnection.com

Happy Lacing!
~Grace