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Fishnet Seamed Stockings

£4.78 / $7.17

Sexy fishnet stockings with a very retro looking sewn seam. These are the only sewn seamed fishnets containing lycra in the UK. 87% nylon, 13% lycra.

They fit 4ft 10 to 5ft 10.
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Frilly Knickers In Black

£12.17 / $18.26

Add a frill to your day with our 50's style frilly knickers. They're one of one of our best sellers so you won't regret it!

Lots of lace frills over sheer nylon backing. Oh la la!
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Deep Suspender Belt In Peach

£23.91 / $35.87

Deep suspender belt made from satin with power mesh panels at front and back: it looks as good as it feels!
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Girdle In Peach

£30.43 / $45.65

Shapewear was essential for every well dressed woman in the 1940s-1960s, and nearly every woman wore it. I guess that's why they looked so good! A little waist length girdle would have been a key piece and this girdle includes retro styling with control: ideal for giving a smooth line under tight pencil skirts.
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Gingham & Satin Underbust Corset

£40.00 / $60.00

This georgous Trixi waist cincher has a gingham print contrasted with black satin, to give a new spin to the classic gingham underbust. Try pairing it with one of our skirts.

There are a total of 12 steel bones in this corset, all positioned to in such a way as to flatter the silhouette of the wearer. The bones are designed and positioned in the garment to help the wearer achieve the much sought after hour glass figure, if so desired, by cinching the waist which helps accentuate the breasts and hips. The front of the corset has a steel front closure, popularly referred to as a busk. This works with the steel bones.

The back of this corset is lace up. If so desired this can be used to reduce the waist of the wearer by up to 4 inches.

The steel bones and steel busk have been used as opposed to plastic to ensure longevity of the corset. Plastic bones tend to either warp or snap after a short period of time and then become uncomfortable for the wearer. Nor do they have the ability to flatter a silhouette the way a steel bone corset does, even if the plastic bones are used with a steel busk.

* Specialist Duchess Satin
* Specialist Cotton Lining on the inside.
* Reinforced With 14 Steel Bones
* Steel Front Closure (Busk)
* Busk Length 9"
* Corset Length At Front 10"
* Lace-up back
* Six Loops For Suspenders

This corset is sized according to both waist and dress size. It is advisable that you buy according to your waist size, not dress size. Corsets should be ordered 2-4 inches (5-10cm) smaller than the natural waist size. e.g. a 26" waist should order a 24" corset or for the more experienced corset wearer 22”.
For further details see the Corset Sizing & Fitting.

This item is available up to a dress size 24 which is 36".
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Luxury Black Bolero

£15.00 / $22.50

The bolero is a glamorous cover up when wearing overbust corsets. It covers the top of the corset at the back for those who are concerned about back squidge or underarm squidge and covers the front half of the cups if you're feeling a little exposed. It also features a hook on the inside should you want to close the front for extra coverage and is made from our luxury duchess satin.

The bolero is seen here with our and a pencil skirt.
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Best Sellers

Waist Cinching Satin Under The Bust Black Trixi Corset

£40.00 / $60.00

The Trixi under the bust corset is designed to give you an hourglass waist and is a good choice for those new to corset wearing.

This can be worn as a corset top over a shirt as illustrated by both Madonna, Victoria Beckham and a collection of WAG's. Or under a pencil skirt for a wasp waist or under a dress to give the wearer more control over the midriff. Due to it's multipurpose nature it is an ideal buy for someone who has not worn a corset before.

This corset has 12 steel bones and a steel busk. It also features a lace up back, with a modesty panel. This corset has a total of 3 layers for strength with the inside layer of this corset in cotton for comfort.

This item is available up to a dress size 30 which is 42".

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Silk Jacquard Teal Corset

£60.00 / $90.00

This antique brocade silk Dita corset in teal never fails to impress. This is one of the longer corsets in the London corsets range and is styled to create a stunning silhouette by curving lower over the hips and finishing higher over the bust. When this corset is worn as an outer garment for evening functions, this corset is sure to turn heads and make you the star of the show.

This corset has 14 steel bones and a steel busk. It also features a lace up back, with a modesty panel. This corset has a total of 3 layers for strength with the inside layer of this corset in cotton for comfort.

This item is available up to a dress size 24 which is 36".

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True Corset USA, Plus Size Pencil Skirts, Bolero's & Bulesque Corsets Up To Size 32, 42" Now!

Summer's Over - 24 September 2009

Summer's over here in England so I've been thinking about changing my look. Something to suit the coming season, maybe I'll go for a more festive look.

I'll need a new corset and accessories to go with it, anyone out there got any good ideas?

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Glorious Gloves - 18 September 2009

A couple of years ago I went to a beautiful wedding in a Warwickshire castle. There was a very good looking lady amongst us, blonde hair probably a dress size 10. We were all wearing different outfits, she has chosen a classy little black dress.

When we had our photo's taken she looked positively bland. We all had our hats on with satin gloves and looked the part. The little extra touches made our outfits. Remembering that we've decided to introduce long black satin gloves into our range for that retro glamour.

If you look at those iconic 50's photographs the ladies always have gloves.

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Frilly Knickers & Corsets - 11 September 2009

The corset brings 50's glamour any outfit, but sometime a girl needs a seductive accompaniment to the corset. So here it is, the frilly knickers.

The pin-up princess Bernie Dexter has modelled our georgous frilly knickers. They look great with corsets, or on their own as Bernie illustrates.

We have the frilly knickers available in black, pink, red and white, in sizes small, medium and large.

What Does Your Underwear Say About You?- 04 September 2009

I would say that I have a lot in common with Bridget Jones….I like to drink, I am single the single gal and oh and I like to go to the extremes in order to keep my hourglass shape looking at its best.
Yes, I did once own a pair of those hideous beige shapewear undies, made famous by the movie that defined many women worldwide. Suddenly it was ok to admit that not everyone is a size 8 so therefore slipping into something that make you look more slender seemed ok!
A lot has changed in the past eight years since the reality of women's knickers secrets were put on the big screen for all to see.
Shapewear is now designed to appear sexier and some items of lingerie are now dedicated to the art of deceiving such as the wonder of the corset that aims to pull the waist in by 2-4 inches and in some cases 6 inches!
Needless to say, those ugly knickers only come out on very rare occasions and usually secretly get whipped off before anyone has a chance to discover the unattractive beige!

Mel B & The Corset - 3 September 2009

I never thought I would see it, Mel B in a corset on Oxford street!!!

Well it's not true, in that it's not a true corset.

Mel B was in a black and red satin plastic boned number, which I am sure made her look lovely. Although I can't help think how fab she would have looked in a true corset.

Maybe next time...

x

Megan Fox As Catwoman - 27 August 2009

Rumours have been circulating that Megan Fox is set to follow in the steps on Michelle Pfeiffer and Halle Berry by donning a tight PVC catsuit and playing Catwoman.

After seeing how great she looked in a corset for the soon to be released Jonah Hex, I can't wait to see how she looks in a catsuit. Maybe she'll combine the catsuit with a corset to get the shape we all desire.

Only time will tell, but we do have the Jonah Hex inspied corset in our store and maybe we'll have the Catwoman corset too, if she decides to play the part.

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British Fashion Designer Favours The Corset For Her Designs- 17 August 2009

The fashion world is always on the move, changing from one season to the next, but there is one wardrobe staple that moves with the times and never goes out of style, you guessed it the corset!

The corset dates way back to the 1500's and has always been used to mould, accentuate and flatter figures right up until now to gain a sexy hourglass shape that most women strive for.
I believe that corsets are a timeless classic work of art, and I am not the only one! British fashion designer who is well known for bringing modern punk and new wave fashions into mainstream! Quoting, "Corsets will not go out of fashion, for as long as women have curves".
Gotta love Vivienne Westwood!

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Sharon Stone Poses Topless At 51!! Wearing A Waist Clinching Corset- 12 August 2009

I think sharon Stone is just fabulous! Here she is pictured on the front cover of a Paris magazine posing topless at the age of 51, has had three children and has the body of a 21 year old not to mention her stunning looks! Wow!

I really admire the Hollywood actress for sticking two fingers up at those who frown on topless modelling and doing it in style by wearing a very sexy waist clinching underbust corset! She has definatley got it so should go and flaunt it! :-)

Pure diva power! We like xx

The Black Myth As A Colour That Slims- 11 August 2009

Black has always been known as the "slimming colour" in that it will hide any unwanted lumps and bumps....I personally think this is wrong!

Do not be that woman that dresses herself in black from head to toe with the thought that it will make you look that little bit slimmer as it will only make you seem like that you are going to a funeral!

I'm not saying ditch the colour black completley, but to use it to your advantage rather than let it work against you.

A pencil skirt style looks the most sleek and slimming because it streamlines the body- team this up with a corset with a bit of colour and some heels with colour and you will be wearing the black rather than having the black wear you! as well as pushing in and pulling out in all the right places!

I personally would recommend teaming it up with a corset like our Pink Dita corset with black boning, the black vertical lines down the corset will also give the illusion of a much slimmer appearance, pair this up with some matching pink round toe court shoes and you will have a very chic pin up slender looking lady! :-) xx

Another Curvy Update From Hourglass News By Paulina De La Passionfruit! :

- 07 August 2009

I know this is a little similar to my previous post but I want to tell all of my new found news...

After extensive research on this, I have now investigated to see what is actually attractive to men, the Size Zero? Or the Hourglass?

And well I have found that there have actually been studies on what is considered attractive to men and it all comes down to the waist hip ratio and apparently an instinctual thing, something to do with women being able to have children believe it or not!

The good old guys at the lab have investigated this fact and come to the conclusion that the waist to hip ratio (WHR) is a significant factor in judging female attractiveness . Women with a 0.7 WHR (waist circumference that is 70% of the hip circumference) are usually rated as more attractive by men from Europe, the curvaceous pin up icon of all time, Marilyn Monroe had a ratio of 0.7!

So there you have it, voluptuous hourglass figures are the best pin up bodies, girls back in the day actually ate and weren't all size zero fanatics! The 50's pin up curves is the perfect body, the small waist is so feminine and the curves are in all the right places!

corsets are ideal for moulding the already curvaceous lady in all the right places and just hiding the bits that you don't want to see, the result= sexy enviable 50's pin up hourglass!

Here pictured is Lindsay Lohan, Zero or Hourglass? I know which one I prefer!

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Hooray! Women Now Want Curves!- 05 August 2009

I have just been doing a spot of browsing and have found many forums asking how to get “the curvy 40s/50s pin up body” and the answer on many occasions has been by wearing steel boned corsets, which evidently is true as the steel boned corsets are designed to pull in the waist by 2-4 inches and in some cases six inches in order to achieve an enviable hourglass shape- although this takes some perseverence to train the waist in!

If you want to achieve this shape by the use of corsetry, this would also need to be accompanied by a healthy diet, exercise and proper selection and use of the corsets and maybe a bit of research just to be on the safe side!

I am so happy that more and more women are slowly beginning to see sense and accept their natural beauty by moving away from the size zero hype! and now aspiring for a uscious, curvy body, which is how us ladies should be!

For the ladies who are lucky enough to get this naturally gorgeous hourglass shape, it does have its downfalls, which is why corsets are a wardrobe staple for every curvacious diva. They flatten the chest by pushing up the breasts and the laces pull in the waist to achieve that sought after hourglass figure admired by all men!

Here pictured is Kim Kardashian, sporting a gorgeous corset and enviable hourglass shape that makes her a favourite amongst many popular "Lads Mags"

Death Of The Size Zero?- 4 August 2009

After being a favourite topic for the media and an aspiration for several young women, the size zero fashion finally seems to have passed on and the healthier more in proportion sizes seem to be back in full force with women celebrating their curves rather than hating them.

Size zero received a lot of negative publicity for being linked with eating disorders such as anorexia and starvation and obsession.

Are we about to see a change in the way we view body image?

There are now plus size popstars, a size 16 beauty queen and the first magazine in the UK solely for plus size ladies, could we now see the death of the size zero?

Plus model Velvet D'Amour hit the headlines when her gorgeous curves were used on the John Galliano and Jean Paul Gautier runway for their Spring collections in 2006.

Velvet was born and raised in the States but has lived in Paris, France since 1996.

I am so happy that we have now expanded our range so our corsets go up to a size 30! Us girls must celebrate our curves like Velvet, better still in the style of a 50's pin up style diva!

For the luscious curvy diva's I would recommend going for the Dita range of our corsets as they are longer in length covering the hips and also provided that extra room needed for the bust.

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Shapewear Can Be Sexy With True Corset- 3 August 2009

Summer is definitely the hot season for weddings and a time when it is essential for the bride to look and feel her best on the big day!

With this is mind, take a look at our Ivory Duchess Satin Ella corset and the Baby Blue Satin Angelica corset as the perfect ingredients to achieve a great shape and great look on your wedding day.

By pushing in and pulling out in all the right places, the corset will allow the wearer to obtain a waist reduction of around 2-4 inches and some women can lose up to six inches from their waist, so there is now no need to choose between something that gives you a great shape and something that looks great as the {LINK] does both.

The simplistic style of the Ivory Duchess Satin Ella corset is sexy without being fussy, perfect for wearing under your wedding dress so you can have the best of both worlds on your big day and in sizes 8-30 there is something for everyone.

This corset is one of my faves! and not to mention the writers at www.countyweddingmagazines.com who loved it! :-)

xx

You can leave your hat on! -31 July 2009

mini hat are fantastic for adding the finishing touches to any outfit, particularly if you are opting for the burlesque or showgirl look.

The gorgeous mini hat featured on our site are sure to turn some heads! They are available in a range of designs varying from leopard print, to polka dot to velvet, perfect for the art of seduction and tease!

Bustle Skirts Then And Now - 28 July 2009

Now a favourite on the burlesque fashion scene, the bustle skirt first emerged as a fashion accessory for women back in 1870 and 1875, it has altered in appearance through era to era and now can be seen in a range of different lengths and colours.

Made from sumptuous duchess satin, our selection of bustle skirt will add a hit of burlesque glamour to any occasion.

The rouched ruffles of satin are featured from top to bottom with the skirt lying just above the knee and a tie front. The sleek satin bustle skirt is available in black, pink and red. A perfect partner for a corset!

Pin-Up Pencil Skirt - 27 July 2009

pencil skirt are one item of clothing that will never go out of style, a sleek black satin pencil skirt is a closet staple. It’s at a conservative length whilst still being sexy, showing off curves whilst holding everything in, perfect for teaming up with a corset.

Here at True Corset we offer a fantastic sleek black pencil skirt made in soft duchess satin and in a wonderful figure hugging shape which is pictured with our very own Silk Dita Corset in Crimson and our black satin bolero. A perfect combination!

Katie Perry is frequently pictured favouring the pin up look, here she is pictured wearing an electric blue pencil skirt.

Bolero's The Icing On The Cake - 24 July 2009

The bolero is great for us ladies that feel a little bit naked without the extra coverage of having something on our shoulders.

Cardigans and jackets can be a little dowdy or overpowering on an evening outfit at times, which is why the bolero is a great little number for adding a touch of 50’s glamour to the outfit. Whether it is to hide any bulges or keeping the evening chill at bay it is the icing on the cake to complete the look!

Here at True Corset we sell satin bolero’s in black, ivory, pink and red, which look great when teamed up with a corset!

Man Oh Man What A Corset - 23 July 2009

First come the GHD mini hair straighteners for men and now wait for it...we have corsets for men!

Long gone are the days where women have access to all the look good tools, men want a piece of the action too and indulge in the nip tuck factors of the corset!

Men’s shapewear has progressed substantially over the years including, briefs, tank tops and t-shirts which have been designed to flatten the stomach, now we have the man corset or mirdles for girdles as some like to call them.

First to hit US stores is hottest new style undershirt, which along with helping you to look slimmer also eases back pain and supports posture. The tight fitting t-shirt which looks a bit like a cyclists top, in some stores has already sold more than 30 percent its stock in four weeks.

Men hold your breath...your going to need the practice as True Corset will have their very own Man corset coming to the site very soon. Watch this space!

Celebrities in Corsets - 21 July 2009

If its sex appeal that you want, then it's a corset that you need. Some of the worlds sexiest women, including Kate Beckinsale, Katy Perry and one of Hollywood's favourite pin ups, the queen of curves, Marilyn Monroe, have all succumb to the powers of the corset.

Looking back to the launch of Moulin Rouge, a film based around the 1880's French cabaret era, it was female lead Nicole Kidman that brought the corset back into the limelight with her black, sweetheart neckline corset.

Alongside the films release, four of the hottest female music artists released the Lady Marmalade, the films soundtrack with a Moulin Rouge inspired video. Soon the curve enhancing powers of the corset was on everybody's lips.

Although, it was Hollywood beauties such as Ava Gardner, Bridget Bardot and model Bettie Page that had men mesmerised by the sight of their hourglass figures encased in corsets.

Taking a more modern approach, girl group phenomenon, The Pussycat Dolls, have used their female charms to win a strong following of both male and female admirers. Their stage outfits have a strong dominatrix styling, including black PVC corsets, designed to allow the freedom to dance without allowing any body part to break free.

The ever eccentric Katy Perry is known for her outrageous stage outfits, including a Hello Kitty corset that she wore for the Brit Awards 2009.

One of music's most popular and unconventional dressers, Lady Gaga has been seen wearing a number of structured, symmetrical corsetry whilst on tour. The singers flamboyant style is hard to recreate, with the majority of her wardrobe filled with one off hand made creations, making the haute couture queen of pop.

With one of the most eagerly awaited comeback tours to date, pop princess Britney Spears failed to disappoint with her worldwide circus tour this year. Spears wore a number of cirque de soleil outfits including a black satin corset, ring master coat whilst accessorising with a leather whip and top hat.

Although the singer has worked hard to get back into shape, the design of the corset made sure the singer was looking back on form and at her sexiest yet.

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Sultry Silks By Paulina De La Passionfruit - 20 July 2009

Check out my sultry silk corset collection as the must have ingredient to achieving that sought after hourglass figure.

Boasting 50's style glamour in gold, crimson or teal, the silk jacquard dita corset is elegant and exquisite. The silk jacquard is made the old fashioned way, by a family of artisans giving it a unique look and feel.

The lace up back makes it fully adjustable to fit your figure while the longer line of the corset makes it great for shaping the hips and waist as well as providing extra room for the bust.

The sizing ranges from 20" - 36", that is roughly dress size 8 - 24 so there is something for everyone in every style!

xxx

More Plus Size Corsets By Paulina De La Passionfruit - 17 July 2009

I'm delighted that our pin up inspired boutique has now expanded its range to cater for all!

High quality, plus size corsets at a reasonable price are often difficult to find anywhere. So my team have decided to concentrate a lot more on tailoring their designs to plus size women and we have started stocking corsets up to a size 42" which is about a UK dress size 32. At the click of a button a wide range of corsets are now available!

I make sure that we only stock real corsets, this means that the wearer will be able to obtain a waist reduction of around 2-4 inches and some women have even been known to lose up to six inches with a tight laced number!

The corsets are made using a steel busk which is runs up the front of the corset and is designed to pull your stomach in and hold it in place, aided by plenty of steel bones.

It is now possible to buy your dream corset! The site offers a range of styles from sexy to flirty that will definitely flaunt your curves in the style of modern glamour or classic 50's pin up, a must have ingredient to achieve that sought after hourglass shape.

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