An Axfords corset transforms the way you look by flattening your tummy, pulling in your waist and helping you stand straight.
An authentic corset is completely different from a basque or waspie, neither of which is designed to pull in the waist. The real thing comes in two halves, laced together at the back and fastening at the front with a steel busk. Spiral steel boning gives that wonderful hour glass shape and makes our corsets light, flexible and comfortable.
Being laced into a corset can be an exquisitely sensual experience; the laces slide across your back as they are pulled gradually in from the top and bottom towards the middle and the sensation is of being embraced tighter and tighter. Many people find the sensation of being gently held straight with the back supported almost relaxing.
A corset will mould itself to your body after you have worn it a few times and you can gradually lace a bit tighter if you wish.
You don't have to pull in to a Scarlet O'Hara 18 inches - you may be quite happy with the corset just hugging you or you might prefer to lace much tighter. Most first time wearers are delighted when they look in the mirror; corsets enhance any woman's body, giving not just a smaller waist, but the impression of a voluptuous figure and a feeling of intense femininity.
Axfords corsets are made to look and feel beautiful. An Axfords corset is something special and will make you feel special too.
Is a corset comfortable?
A correctly fitted corset should fit snugly all over, without being uncomfortably tight; if you wish to reduce your waist, lace your corset slightly tighter each time you wear it.
How should corsets be cared for?
A corset should last a long time, provided it is properly cared for; ensure your corset is not too small for you, do not overtighten it and have it professionally dry cleaned. Leather corsets should only be cleaned by a leather specialist. If you wear your corset on a regular basis, it is a good idea to put something underneath, such as a T shirt, vest or camisole, which will protect the corset and save on frequent dry cleaning.