What is a Real Waist Trainer?
You may have noticed that waist trainers are taking the steampunk scene by storm. But while many corsets claim to be waist trainers, there are few that actually fit the bill. If you’re looking to shape your waist and accentuate your womanly curves, you’ll want to find a waist trainer that really delivers on their promise. Many modern corsets use soft boning made of flexible plastic to help prevent the fabric from wrinkling, but it doesn’t do much to flesh. To achieve the svelte and shapely figure that was popular in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, you will need to find a waist trainer that is made of sterner stuff. While corsets of old may have made use of baleen or wood to form their boning, modern corsets that can help you achieve your waist goals will most likely be made of steel with sturdy ribbon or cord lacing to help pull you in to your desired size. Another thing to look for when shopping for a waist trainer is the style of the corset itself. Many people prefer underbust corsets for waist training (does not have any fabric covering the bust). This is because true waist training means keeping the corset at a constant tension to pull the waist in and better your posture, which could be a very uncomfortable proposition for busty ladies. If you’re searching for a waist trainer, the recent explosion in popular interest fed by celebrities and burlesque stars has made it easier than ever to find shops specializing in waist trainers and authentic, steel-boned corsets. Many people enjoy shopping only for the variety of sizing and styling available to them. If you go this route, we recommend finding an established and well-reviewed shop with many pleased customers so you know exactly what you’re putting your money into.