Corset 101: How and Why to Season Your Corset (2.0)

[@aliceesperanza]

Okay Sherry is a baddie though! Go Sherry!

[@orchardcorset]

She honestly is!

[@robinanderson1087]

Most helpful corset guided on the web! I am so excited to begin my waist training journey the right way. I had stubbornly ordered the wrong one for my shape, had a couple issues, after speaking to a customer service representative and submitting the proper measurements they guided me to a different corset all together because it was more appropriate for my curvy shape. I was extremely nervous because I felt like a dumbass for not asking for help in the beginning but they were EXTREMELY patient with me and very kind. As someone who has always worked in customer service myself, it was so refreshing to receive the kind of service I would provide. Hands down, best retailer I have ever gone through.

[@Cass-eq4mh]

This has been soooo seriously helpful for me. I ordered a black satin over bust corset and was worried about gapping but as I wear it more I can see it shape to my body and I'm so excited haha. I plan to be seriously into the waist training.

[@jmstephens7]

This answered SO many if my questions! Loving my new corset! You guys are the best!

[@orchardcorset]

Ahh, so glad to hear that Jacqueline! Happy corseting!

[@stephaniethompson5307]

I have been watching these videos for a couple hrs. I have a very nice corset with steel boning ( not from Here) but I had bought it from a dealer at a fair. They basically cinch you up and send you home. I had no idea what was wrong but it didn't seem to fit right and was causing me pain. It wasn't sitting at my natural waistline either. Which these videos helped me to re- lace my corset to fit better and man did it make a huge difference! It fits so much better! Now I am not sad that I had spent almost $200 on a corset i thought was fit incorrectly. I am so glad. Also after I officially get used to wearing mine more often I will definitely buy my next one from here! I love that its not about just pushing sales but educating people on how to be safe and get the most out of what they buy.

[@orchardcorset]

We're thrilled to hear that! We pride ourselves on sharing honest information, thank you for noticing! We also have a Corset Library you can check out, too :) www.orchardcorset.com/pages/corset-library

[@Mickeyyy00]

I have had my corset for only 2 days now, but so far loving it. Only wear it to a point where I am comfortable while wearing it, and for a couple hours. I have a mesh one, and I am really excited to see what it does over time.

[@orchardcorset]

We're so glad you are loving your corset!!

[@jenw6009]

My belly had a bad "pouch" but just after three days of using one if your corsets has flattened my belly area greatly. Everything looks much more uniform and my posture is lovely. Good quality corsets! (Ps i got the mesh in modern)

[@orchardcorset]

Wonderful!!

[@donrussell1606]

Thank you, I just ordered my first corset. You are very helpful

[@vershaylamorieemartinez327]

This is such a pretty corset. Love the color on you. An this is very informative. Thank you. I’m doing some more research before I buy my first corset from your website. ❤️

[@Netsirk0]

Oh thank you! I just received 3 corsets from you and had gaping at the top and bottom going on - I was so worried that it was that my body was just shaped too weird for the corsets I ordered and I didnt want to start seasoning them. This makes me feel so much better

[@happenstancetheater]

You all are the best. So much great information and support (pardon the pun). Thanks for keeping us curvy!

[@orchardcorset]

You're welcome for the support! Thanks for being a customer!

[@roxsanakourov.4513]

You did a wonderful job explaining things

[@amina-arwaabdi7666]

I just bought my first corset from you guys and cant wait to season it

[@Cottage-Reader]

Just got mine today in the mail thank you Amanda! Thankfully I watched this video because I had my pins on the wrong side so my corset was upside down🤦🏾‍♀️. My arms are sore... take 3.

[@orchardcorset]

It takes practice!! Let us know if we can help you!

[@kathykaura7219]

1 - The first time I wore my corset: My mind was consumed with the fact that something was squeezing me to death (it was only snug, not tight). I was too focused on my breathing, but I finished my 2 hours. 2 - The 2nd time I wore my corset (today): It didn't disturb me at all. And my family said my waist looked smaller than the first time I wore it, which means I inadvertantly made it "snuggier" than the first time and didn't even notice. 😁

[@orchardcorset]

We are so glad you are listening to your body! Seasoning the corset is so important for your corset's lifespan. Please let us know if you have any questions at all. Happy corseting!

[@fernandanger]

Thank you for this video! I'm a Waist trainer from Brasil, your videos are very interesting and useful for me.

[@orchardcorset]

+Fernanda Fernandanger We are so glad to hear that they have been helpful for you!! Happy corseting! :)

[@fernandanger]

Awesome chanel, I love it!

[@kaleshayj.8750]

This helped so much. I had gapping, not a lot but enough where I could put my fingers under and I was worried. It was my first wear though, so not too worried

[@orchardcorset]

Let us know if we can help you with anything!

[@kaleshayj.8750]

@@orchardcorset there’s space in the back by the modesty panel, I can’t close it (which is fine because I’m still seasoning). But once I start wearing it more, it’s normal for it to close right?

[@orchardcorset]

@@kaleshayj.8750 As long as the corset is a good style choice for your natural measurements and you sized down appropriately, over time you'll be able to close that corset. Do you want to send our team some photos in the corset? They can help you more specifically when they see it on your figure.

[@kaleshayj.8750]

@@orchardcorset I sent pictures. Turns out it was too long for me to sit comfortably without bending. So I need to return it and exchange it

[@orchardcorset]

@@kaleshayj.8750 Ah okay! We're glad you spoke with our team!

[@kateblazie6573]

Super helpful!😊

[@orchardcorset]

Happy to help! 🥰

[@dallasof2009]

I have the cs-411 red/purple satin and omg I love them. I think my next one is going to be black with the neon green ribbon. And have to order pink ribbon for my purple one. Omg I love Corseting it makes every outfit look amazing. :-.) thanks for having orchard corset and glad u guys are making it BIG ;-.D

[@countessa222]

I just got my cs-201 and I was worried I had it to tight but I have it exactly as the video shows it is cotton so I'm really going to try and go slow I'm just really excited it's my first real corset with a waist tape 😍

[@orchardcorset]

That's very exciting! You can reach out to our sizing team for your questions and answers, they can go over everything with you step by step to make sure that you're wearing it properly :)

[@davidluther1651]

Very pretty lady. Great job on showing how to season your corset and thank you very much for wearing your pierced earrings. They enhance your beauty.

[@jessjess3838]

Thank you for this video!

[@Teesh0927]

Thank you

[@7ajhubbell]

Thank you.

[@kmhd4changmin]

Super helpful video thank u

[@jacquelinemolloy2977]

In that case all my corsets I've had have been too big. I've never needed to season a corset, I can put one on and straight away close it with a A shape lacing pattern. The reason why is because there isn't enough Hip room for my hips

[@orchardcorset]

M Hacking Great question! Up to about an inch is normal (depending on the corset and the size of corset). Each corset new can have a +/- .25 inches (so a size 24 can measure anywhere between a 23.75 and 24.25 inches at the waist brand new). It could be that your first one was a little over and the new one a little under-exaggerating that effect.

[@littleredsboots]

Hello! I recently bought an under bust corset and not knowing this I have been wearing it around fully tightened or close to it for maybe an hour or few more at a time I have done that maybe 3 or 4 times now, is it too late or could be too damaged to season now? I haven't noticed it doing damage but I also am very new to this (I will be watching your videos!) I have worn corsets but none that are for waist training before(halloween cheap corsets previously). It brings my waist to a 23-22in area and my waist is 25.5in. I will do the seasoning steps, if I have caused any damage will that help? I'm sorry if this is poorly written I wasn't sure how to ask.

[@tinabeana4495]

Well the seasoning process is just meant to prevent injury to yourself or from it breaking it. Id take a guess that at this point you probably just needed to make sure the Straight bones in the back aren't twisted, and that none of the seams have popped etc, and if those things didn't take place, I doubt you ruined it, and should switch to gently seasoning it.

[@sianmilne4879]

khoal sherwood I'm by no way an expert but I've heard that you should do about a 2 inch reduction while seasoning. you've only gone over by an inch or two so I'm sure you're fine. most people wear a corset "fully tightened" to a 5 or 6 inch reduction which might cause damage (to you or the bones) if the corset isn't seasoned.

[@simonpieman6934]

Is the seasoning process any different for the mesh corset? I just got mine in the mail today and I'm excited but I want to be able to season it correctly, even if it is different than from the satin one.

[@orchardcorset]

Seasoning tends to be much quicker with the mesh corsets. You can wear it for longer periods when seasoning and it forms to your body faster. As with anything though, listen to your body and don't over cinch the corset. Keep it just snug for the first several times you wear it.

[@msBadkitty19]

Should you always have some type of clothes between you and your corset? Over bust too?

[@orchardcorset]

msBadkitty19 it's a good "best practices" rule to follow when you can, but it doesn't always work out, especially in the case of overbusts. I almost never wear anything under my overbust corset, although it would be easy enough to cut a camisole to make it work. You just need to be aware that protecting your corset from the oils and sweat from your body will prolong the life of the corset and will determine how often you would need to have it cleaned.

[@msBadkitty19]

Thank you!!!!

[@melanybadger1980]

How does her corset sit so nicely/against her hips? The bottom of my corset has a bunch of space like she described for the top part of the corset. It’s like it’s all ruffled and bending upwards on the ends. Will it close in as I season it?

[@orchardcorset]

If it isn't a good fit for you, no amount of seasoning will help it. Could you send our team photos along with your measurements? They'll be able to help! www.orchardcorset.com/pages/corset-sizing

[@jacquelinemolloy2977]

What do you do about the corset making lines on you from your clothes wrinkling underneath

[@orchardcorset]

We recommend wearing something breathable under your corsets, like our soft bamboo liners!

[@prettyBrown11]

Hi Cheri. I just received my Black Satin CS-411 in the mail today. I ordered a size 22. I've noticed that I had about 4 inches of modest panel exposed on my first wear for only 30 minutes.. Should I exchange for a size 24 ?

[@orchardcorset]

So you have 4" to go before your modesty panel reaches the other side? If that is the case..then it is too small and yes a 24 will fit better.

[@mhacking8267]

Is it normal for a corset to stretch after seasoning it? I have 2 CS-301 corsets one which I seasoned by wearing it for 2 hours twice a day for about a month and the other I have just started seasoning today. When I lay them out and compare them my first corset is just over an inch 'longer' then the one I have yet to wear. Is stretching normal? If so how much and how do I take this into account when ordering a new one?

[@aryaveil2084]

I feel like no one will see this to answer it but I just got my corset yesterday and I can't tighten it fully. That means its too big right? It fits my body fine but I have no room for further tightening

[@orchardcorset]

We've got you! Could you send our sizing team a photo from the front and back in your corset along with your complete measurements? They can tell if it's a good fit or not and guide you along the process. Here's a link to our sizing page :) www.orchardcorset.com/pages/corset-sizing

[@rutalaa]

So I'm confused about seasoning... after you tighten it…make it snug the first time you wear it for seasoning, do each time after that do you tighten the corset tighter than the last time or just tighten it snug throughout the seasoning process…. then you can tighten it very tight? Whew :) I've been just keeping it a little snug when i feel it loose i tighten it snug again.

[@orchardcorset]

Each time you wear the corset you will be able to tighten it a little more to get it to the "snug" point, so yes you will be cinching it more each time. Don't cinch it really tight until the corset is well-seasoned and forms to your body without gapping, and even then, don't over-cinch to the point of discomfort.

[@rutalaa]

Thank you so much for answering so quickly that answers my question. :)

[@orchardcorset]

ru.talaa You're very welcome!

[@TRIA99]

Tighten it with your comfort zone in mind...I tighten my corset as much as my body says its OK...meaning you feel any discomfort, go looser, if your body allows to tighten it and it feels comfy go for it..just listen to your comfort zone

[@alfonsom6059]

Falta por traducir...es una prenda que se usa muy poco...pero buenos resultados

[@angelicatorres1713]

I never wore a corset before. I ordered one that didn't come with instructions. The first couple of times I wore it I didn't know to loosen it so much. I struggled so much. Now I do it right. How do I know if I damaged it.

[@orchardcorset]

As long as it is still fitting you, you probably haven't damaged it.

[@HealthyDisrespectforAuthority]

so.. when you're seasoning with an overbust.. and you have big arms.. how do you keep from boning your arms on the sides if it's not tightened up?

[@orchardcorset]

Hey there! Can you snap some photos of the fit and send them over to our team? Thank you! www.orchardcorset.com/pages/corset-sizing

[@Knuffle_]

Beautiful woman :-) Nice Corset.

[@saramarie6325]

Hello, I have a cs411 black satin in a size 20". I am on my first wear (1st time) of seasoning and I have about a 1 1/2" roughly space gap from where the modesty panel is too the other side. Is that okay? Or is this too small? Naturally I have a 24-25" waist. Thank you!

[@orchardcorset]

Hi Sara, With that natural waist measurement, I would say a 20 was spot on-but you should be able to reach the other side. Did you pull the corset pretty snug? (but not tight?) The modest panel is right about 5"-so closing the gap shouldn't be a problem. When measuring your waist...you don't want to pull the tape tight either-just taught :)

[@sepisolatanya-marieililong890]

I'm New to Corseting as I have only been Corseting for about a year. I'm five foot four and weigh 120 pounds and have a twenty nine inch waist. What I want to do with my corset is I want to have a twenty five inch waist AND I want to GAIN twenty to thirty pounds but have the weight redistributed to Anywhere but my midsection. I use light fitness training along with corseting. My question is: is my goal obtainable and are my expectations realistic? I used to weigh 198 pounds and I had really big boobs and a nice butt BUT I also had a fat stomach that made me look pregnant. I want my chest size increased without the fat gut. I do exercises and eat healthy foods every day. Also is it safe to wear a corset when on your menstrual cycle?

[@orchardcorset]

Hi there! We'd love to help you with that, we need to get your natural measurements though. Please pop over to our sizing page and speak with our team :) www.orchardcorset.com/pages/corset-sizing

[@casscass7601]

So lace it as far as the modesty Pannell?

[@orchardcorset]

Not totally, generally a corset fits well when it's snug like a hug and the panel reaches the other side. However, sometimes a good fit can be a little different depending on your experience and unique measurements. Talk with our team for help, here: www.orchardcorset.com/pages/contact-us

[@LC-yv9ey]

what about the lambskin leather, how often can I season

[@orchardcorset]

Once a day :) Just like any other fabric. You want to be sure to take your time seasoning a corset. It will help it to last longer. Be sure to reach out to our team if you have other questions!

[@redsearose99]

I just bought the mesh waspie underbust corset and I’m seasoning it but I think it’s seasoning faster than a week how can I be sure it’s ready before wearing it a full day?

[@orchardcorset]

Listen to your body for how long to wear it. The mesh does usually season more quickly than other fabrics, but definitely still follow the recommendations to be safe :)

[@selamawitmekonen2127]

I want to order do u have any branch in doha or do u have delivery to qatar pls

[@orchardcorset]

Hi Selamawit, yes, I believe we do deliver to Qatar. You can order on our website at www.orchardcorset.com/

[@1conec]

i wore it tight for the first two days, and i wore it for over 2 hours. should my corset still be ok?

[@orchardcorset]

Yes, I'm sure it will be fine, just take your time with the process moving forward.

[@LadyConqueress]

My satin corset is taking forever to season while my cotton one is pretty normal looking on me. I've been seasoning the satin one for weeks and the top and bottom just won't go to my body and I'm constantly worried I'm going to tighten it too much because you can barely see its progress

[@orchardcorset]

Hi! Get it touch with our sizing team so we can sort that out :) www.orchardcorset.com/corset-sizing/

[@LadyConqueress]

I got it in the right size, I had that confirmed. But it still just isn't going to my body

[@orchardcorset]

Hmmm, would you mind sending our customer service team photos of you in your corsets (front & back) so we can see how we can best help you? You can email them to [e-mail] Thank you!

[@LadyConqueress]

***** I have already and I'm worried about being annoying. I've been told to keep seasoning it, but the video says only a week would be enough so I just wanted to quickly check with that.

[@eilynng.903]

I have a question. If I want to wear my corset under my clothes, is there a way to tie it so that the strings don't show?

[@orchardcorset]

Hi Adrianna, there are a couple of options for for hiding the laces depending on how much length you need to hide. You could tuck them up under the modesty panel from the bottom or tuck them under the bottom edge of each side of the corset. If you find that to be too bulky with the standard laces, you can order some of our ribbon laces and re-lace your corset with them (we have a video how-to for that as well!). You would still need to tuck them either under the modesty panel or the bottom edges, but the ribbon laces are much less bulky. Hope that helps!

[@liesehaley]

Do you have a video of a Plus size person putting on a Corset? :D

[@orchardcorset]

chyara I couldn't find one that we have done, but there are a LOT of plus sized video bloggers out there, so I'm sure if you look around on KZbin you will find a few.

[@thexcharmer]

have you always been thin and small waisted?

[@orchardcorset]

Nope! Lots of dedication in the gym and kitchen for many years. Her dedication to fitness and health is inspiring. She works out religiously at least 5 days a week and eats well :)

[@thexcharmer]

Orchard Corset Good to know.

[@katrenco]

"...if you can't see what I'm doing, that's okay." NO, it really isn't okay, whether or not there are other videos specifically for lacing! And, I'm in no way saying that you'd have to do your lacing more slowly or differently just because we're watching, you wouldn't. It would just be so beneficial if we could see it, that's all I'm saying. The more we (your viewers, especially beginners) see it being done, the better for "sticking it" in our brains.....THAT is LEARNING/TEACHING 101. Why don't you turn around (with your back to the camera) when you're doing things like loosening or tightening the laces to remove or put on the corset or just tightening the cinch? We don't need to see your face while you're speaking; MUCH MORE HELPFUL to see what you're doing behind your back! I've noticed this on all your vids, so I'm wondering if you have a reason for not doing that? If so, and whatever your reason could be, I believe it would be of SO MUCH VALUE to your viewers if you would just TURN AROUND when you are doing whatever it is you're doing with your laces SO THAT WE CAN WATCH......please.

[@orchardcorset]

Hey there, we haven't updated this video quite yet but we have a fresh how to lace yourself in video where Brittney shows the back throughout the lacing process. Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHu0mnywbrBqnaM

[@bojanknezevic9509]

Underbust Corset is beautiful OMG.

[@ang9555]

On average how long does it take to season a satin corset