Corsets IslandWomens Heavy Duty Corset Waist Trainer Corset Underbust Steel Boned Mesh Black Corset

My wife and I would not recommend this for beginners. The design and materials are meant more for the experienced corset wearer who knows what to expect from a steel-boned corset with an extreme waist-cinching design.This is an excellent corset for corset training (the process of acclimating one's body to the restrictions of a corset) as it maintains its shape through the various degrees of tightening involved.

This really seems to be a proper corset. It is very sturdy and I can achieve a 3" reduction without trying, which given that the corset itself adds at least an inch, is very respectable. Do treat this with respect and break it in properly per online guides, starting with 1 hour of wear at a time and gradually moving up. Wear an underlayer whenever possible - corsets should never be directly against the skin. It fits much better once you start to break it in. I got the small knowing that I needed the medium, and was pleasantly surprised when it was still comfortable. Obviously I have a pretty big lacing gap but it still works for me. Looks great as a top layer. However, I am 5'5' and I really would've preferred it an inch shorter at the top an bottom. It interfered with my bras and looked bad without them, and dipped perilously low down when seated on the porcelain throne. This is also just generally not going to be a good look as an underlayer unless you are wearing Victorian-style clothing tailored to this silhouette. Incredibly awkward under jeans and a modern shirt, even if it cinches at the waist. Given my posture and sedentary lifestyle, also not particularly comfortable for me for long-term wear - after 4 hours I was pretty eager to take it off. So, recommend, but know what you are going in to. This isn't just a fashion piece - if you want one get a waspie instead.

This is a very good corset that tights up but you can wear it with a tshirt underneath for a more stylish look! I recommend it. I should've gotten an M because I did gain 1lb or 2 after it arrived so when I tried it on i had to loosen it alot, but I totally recommend it!

This corset is the real deal if one is looking for a “true” waist cinching corset. I ordered this thinking it was designed for the popular look to be worn over a tee or buttoned down shirt as a fashion statement. It is not! This corset is made for true connoisseurs of wearing them.For size reference, I’m 5’6 and 120 lbs and I have yet been able to lace it up without fearing I might crack a rib if I were successful. It’s a no for me in comfort as I was not looking to decrease my waist by 3” but instead, was looking for the stylish aesthetics it offered. However, if you are the intended customer, this garment is super well-crafted in quality and design.🍃So in conclusion, I would still highly recommend this corset “waist trainer” if indeed that is what you are looking for. It’s really beautiful and I’m sad it didn’t work for me personally, but it doesn’t take away from how fabulous this garment really is.

This is a nice longer-length wasp-waist corset. It fits as expected, and the mesh material makes it really comfortable (for a corset lol) and breathable. So it's better for warmer weather or if you're wearing a lot of layers. The corset feels high quality, and I think it will survive my frequent use. I will mention that I'm 5'6, and this length of corset is slightly longer than I prefer. For example, when I sit down in it, the back of it touches the chair. But it doesn't detract from my enjoyment of the corset, since I can still wear it. It's just something to note if you're shorter/have a short torso. Besides that, I'm really happy with it.

Beautiful Steel Bone CorsetTakes a lot to get on may need to size upOnce on it looks absolutely amazingVery well madeStrings in the back for cinching

They very deceptively use the word "springs" when talking about the boning of this corset. They are not springs, which implies spiral steel. They are plastic staves. Immediately returned.

I eagerly awaited the arrival of this corset. When it got here, the package was empty. Okay, honest mistake. I reordered it. It came in and it was huge on me. I used the sizing chart provided, which also lists the closed corset size. I'm going to order a smaller size and give this company one last chance. I'll update this review if it's amazing.