Corset 101: How to lace yourself into a corset. Step by step in real time! | Orchard Corset

Lacing yourself into a corset has a learning curve (excuse our pun) but this should help!
Follow along to learn how to correctly lace yourself into a steel boned corset in real time! As well as the different ways to tie your corset laces. Plus one no-no! Start with the pins of the front busk on your left hand side and the hooks on your right and you're ready to join Brittney. As always, our team is here to help with any questions you may have. Reach out to us on our website or simply drop your questions in the comments, we answer all questions!
Brittney is wearing the Ivory Satin Hourglass Curve Standard Underbust Corset CS-426: bit.ly/2bRQMB8
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[@nicolebrown2067]

Perfect timing I just got my first corset and ready to lace her up 😍

[@hootieq]

Me too

[@mistycombs792]

Thank you so much! I have NEVER tied a corset before and my daughter's junior prom is in a few weeks and we ordered a corset for the extra emphasis on her waist. I was soooo scared that I couldn't get it. Your video was perfect. I'm a happy mom in tears with a super happy daughter that is feeling herself for the first time in her life. I seriously can't thank you enough. Your pace was perfect and you're instructions very clear. ❤️❤️❤️

[@orchardcorset]

So thrilled you found the video! Lacing up can be so intimidating at first, we really tried to keep this super simple for everyone. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions at all!

[@boethia7367]

Make sure to try on the dress with the corset a while before to be sure it looks seamless.

[@dolliedottie1010]

Ok she has a dope haircut it really suits her

[@orchardcorset]

You just made my day! Thank you :) -Brittney

[@dolliedottie1010]

@@orchardcorset awh your welcome :)

[@lucilleraines8113]

Yes! She looks beautiful!

[@intheendgirl]

Thank you for this video! I just got a new corset and I was afraid that I wasn't lacing it correctly and was ruining the corset because it's flaring a bit at the top and at the bottom. Turns out I was doing it just fine 🙌🏻

[@orchardcorset]

Yay! We're so glad to hear that it was helpful for you :)

[@Peaches_Creme]

Planning on posting my first cosplay with a goth corset dress. 😅 trying to fix my body dysmorphia by posting stuff to boost my confidence, thank you so much for everything you do

[@sinduz]

It’s always awesome watching someone lace up 💕💕

[@michaelpieper4983]

Thank you, YOU ARE AWSOME!! I have never had anyone explain it, like this, your confidence alone reassures me of my ignorance… talk about picking the right person for the job. Thank you! 🙏♥️

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

Thank you, I will keep the tucking in in mind for when I finish seasoning mine. I just took it off after the first 2 hours. I will be wearing it over a thin cotton cami top for around a week or so, around the house and have ordered another couple thin tshirt thingies for under corset wear. Your videos are super helpful and your one about lacing a corset (it was you in that one too) was a lifesaver as I didnt have a clue about lacing before seeing that. I have worn a corset/brace in the past for medical purposes but it was heavy duty steel struts about half inch wide and didnt have really long laces as tightening wasnt the purpose beyond holding my back in the position the steel had been bent into. This was much comfier!

[@sonisaidso2542]

My orchard corset just arrived today so I'm binge watching all these videos. Thank you 💖

[@orchardcorset]

We hope they are helpful! Do let us know if you need anything at all, we love to help and chat with customers.

[@sonisaidso2542]

@@orchardcorset Thank you ☺️

[@GunnerM60]

Thank you for this very thorough tutorial! I always help my friend putt on hers when we go to the Renaissance Festival together.

[@orchardcorset]

We're so glad you found it helpful!

[@lesliehyde]

I have opted to cut the modesty panel out of all 3 of my corsets as I wear my corset as "outerwear" so I have a t-shirt under my corset all the time.

[@orchardcorset]

Nice! Do you have any tips for folks who might want to cut their modesty panel out, too?

[@lesliehyde]

@@orchardcorset seam ripper and patience are best friends for people wishing to remove a modesty panel from a corset. Unfortunately, as there is little else to use (aka- nothing) these are the only two things to use.

[@Loushmoo]

My acrylic nails aren’t helping the fact that I am just learning to lace but I’m definitely coming back to this video 🥰🥰

[@orchardcorset]

We'd love to hear any tips you may discover with long nails!

[@izzyy2892]

Thank you so much this is so helpful. I recently got my corset and I was totally worried it wasn’t going to fit correctly due to the fact that i wasn’t putting it on right. This is so tremendously helpful thank you so much!!

[@orchardcorset]

So thrilled it helped you!!

[@KKIcons]

I really admire the craftsmanship on this corset.

[@lucilleraines8113]

I just bought my first corset today, and I’m so excited to lace it up and wear it! I couldn’t resist, so I loosened the laces and wrapped it around my waist so I could see how I looked. I’m going to use this video to help me get into it for the first time! Thank you!

[@wencas.5633]

I am so glad! I came across your video. Thank you

[@creativeculture3220]

U explained it so nicely, I loved ur video

[@Prudenthermit]

Your voice sounds like a Disney princess

[@Linda-zd4ec]

Thank you. This is a great video. Very helpful.

[@rosegarnet5310]

Even just watching someone else fidget through it is emotionally inspiring. I was so frustrated. Thank you!

[@orchardcorset]

It takes time, and we've all been there! You got this!

[@priscillabalqis5539]

5:20 thank you for this great tip! I was uining my corset with the knot in front, now I changed, and from now on I will use it.

[@orchardcorset]

Happy to help! ❤️

[@raynesteampunk7720]

Amazing video! Thank you!

[@orchardcorset]

Thanks for watching!!

[@duoneswart4989]

Just got my first corset and will ne trying to lace it. Great tutorial 👌

[@orchardcorset]

Happy to help!

[@happymoses2048]

Helpful, thank you

[@carolclarke1793]

Just got my first corsets. I kept thinking they were too small . I didn't know they needed to be loosened in the back like that. But mine just has hanging ties and not the looped bunny ears but your video was very helpful

[@karmaisgrey]

thanks a lot

[@myindigoblues5796]

I just got a corset about a month ago and it is seriously an arm workout trying to lace up. I have to take breaks. I didn’t realize how flexible I would need to be to do this. Phew, it wears me out 😪 Thanks for the video

[@orchardcorset]

it definitely takes some getting used to, but you got this! Happy to help ❤

[@hannahmair1687]

Perfect now i know what tie off technique i will use for my reproduction of an 1895 corset even with all the layers on top sometimes the ponytail will show under thinner garmemt fabrics

[@ryanlake5299]

I like your corsets

[@sirensong2011]

Isn't wrapping the laces around to the front bad for the corset overall? I've heard that tying them in the front is not only damaging to the fabric, but also distorts the bones along the waist, potentially leading to pinching. And if you don't tie them at all as shown the first time you brought them to the front, how do you maintain tension if you are using your corset for waist training? I've found that the friction on the laces from the grommets being pressed firmly to your body maintains tension about as long as it takes for me to shift.

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

she said that, and, in a much less long winded way than you did! Also all the tying and tightening is done in the back, and it is securely tied off...are you sure you were watching THIS video?

[@DisHammerhand]

I love method number 2. I use my corsets under my clothes. My hands get all tangled up in the laces when trying to tie the bow.

[@kyandi3]

This was super helpful, but how about taking it off? Probably a dumb question, but I’m super new to corsets. Do we fully unlace it every time we take it off?

[@orchardcorset]

Hey that's a great question! One that we should do an updated video on. You do need to loosen the back laces enough to unclasp the pins in the front without putting any pressure on them. You likely won't need to open it terribly far, but you should loosen it enough so that it's not difficult to unclasp in the front. If you don't loosen the corset in the back before unhooking the front, you can break those pins off :(

[@gwenhyfarbeati]

i've seen someone use a doorknob to keep a bit of tension on the loops while they adjusted the X's, which i thought was really clever. also i think that the loops should be in line with the waist tape, no? i can't recall why, as it's been about a decade since i've looked into corsetry.

[@angy4788]

I'm about 2 inches from closing and bottom still flares is this normal?

[@orchardcorset]

Hi dear, can you send our team photos of you in your corset along with your complete measurements? Our team can help with some more info! [e-mail] or use our live chat feature on our website :)

[@bambibam]

i was very happy with the two corsets I got but after lacing it for the first time (I'm still seasoning it) I've had gromet after gromet try to pop off. 3 of them have already come off. I can probably just take a hammer to it and get them back together but is this a fault of me, is that normal, or should I send it back to be fixed?

[@orchardcorset]

Popped pins usually happen when a corset is taken off or put on when the laces are still too tight in the back. The corset needs to be open rather wide so that you don't put pressure on those front pins and cause them to pop off. We don't offer repairs at our warehouse, but do send over a photo and your order details to our team to see how we can help. [e-mail]

[@gabiduncan709]

Hi, I want to get a corset from you guys for the purpose of waist training, do you think a mesh underbust is durable enough for an 8 inch reduction? If not, is there a certain fabric that you recommend?

[@orchardcorset]

It depends on your complete measurements, dear! Can you head over to our sizing page and talk with our team? Once they have those they can better answer that question. www.orchardcorset.com/pages/corset-sizing

[@michaelpieper4983]

They will help you in every way possible, all you have to do is ask. I have never had a retailer go out of their way as much as they have. Trust, they are professionals!!

[@justmommyandbabygirl]

I have the 201 leather waspie, the last hook doesn’t really line up into the locking hook, it goes in but doesn’t reach over to the smallest part of the lock hook. Can I still use my corset?

[@amaniiexxchnge]

I notice the knot that was tied tends to get in the way when I start tightening do you know how to fix that?

[@orchardcorset]

If the knot is in your way, we suggest just moving up to the next set of grommets and pulling on those instead. The knot may want to shift to the left or right a bit, but that's okay! Reach out to our team so we can help you in more detail, often talking in real time with one of our agents can help fix your issues :)

[@ceryswoolley3688]

Hi, I wanted to ask a question. Whenever I've bought a corset in a shop and they've helped me tie it on, it's always felt tight but amazing. But then when myself or my partner does it, it feels like it's crushing my ribs. What are we doing differently to the professionals?

[@orchardcorset]

Hi Cerys, it could be a few things! When we lace folks in we always try to lace up evenly from top to bottom and only pulling the waist as needed. Whereas we often see folks who aren't accustomed to lacing up pull only on the bunny ears (those loops in the middle) and pull on them quite tightly! That puts all the pressure right at your ribs instead of distributing it evenly. The corset might also be sitting in a funny spot, when you're laced up by a pro they are likely lining up the waist tape of the corset with your natural waistline which will make the corset most comfortable. If you're not settling that waist tape into your natural waistline when you're lacing up at home that could be the culprit too. A trick we like to use for the most comfy fit is to lace up a little less than snug and wear your corset for a bit, maybe just 20 minutes or so, then lace up all the way. Your midsection will have had time to adjust to being corseted and will likely give you a more dramatic cinch that is more comfortable! Let us know if you need more help, we're always happy to chat and answer questions.

[@megisawesome]

You have the cutest voice.

[@breezybreee]

How do you tie it like that & stealth? The ties are so bulky in the back. (I know I can get better laces like the silk ones) Plus I never feel like the laces stay tight when it’s tied in the back. Admittedly I’ve tied it in the front, but not the way she said I twisted the laces as if your starting to tie something before the bunny ears then wrapped & tied in the front. It seems so much more stable & tight? I haven’t been doing it since I was told not to, but idk. I really don’t want to mess up my corset, but it doesn’t ever seem like it stays tight when I tied it the other ways she showed. I have the one shown in this video the CS 426. Heeeelpp. Lol is there any other ways? Or advice I can get to keep the laces tight?

[@orchardcorset]

Hi Brittany! Have you watched our stealthing video before? It's got loads of tips for hiding your corset under you clothing. Getting a good knot in the back can take some practice. When you go to place the knot, we suggest giving an extra tug right before you do so and tying immediately without letting out any slack. Sometimes swapping out the laces you have in your corset for a different type can help too. Once the satin laces have been used a few times they end up holding knots really well and bonus! - the satin laces hide better under clothing than the traditional nylon set. Here's that stealthing video, be sure to come back with any other questions or hop on our live chat and speak with our team: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGaxeWqMqdetjpI

[@tmntgamingchannel287]

Where I purchase it

[@lindaallenby4193]

How do I reput string back in. Kids took out. Don't know how to make bunny ears

[@orchardcorset]

Here's a step by step instruction on how to re-lace your corset!! Please reach out if you have any trouble, we are happy to help! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGbHh3SVebKsZ8U

[@stephaniecisneros5359]

Are tag suppose to be down or up

[@orchardcorset]

The easiest way to tell is to put the pins on your left hand side and the hooks on your right hand side. The garter tabs will also be at the bottom :)

[@julenegarcia7322]

Do you have a video for when a corset does not open up in the front?

[@orchardcorset]

Like if it's not loosened enough?

[@julenegarcia7322]

I have a wonderful woman costume / corset and the laces are in the back. It does not open in thr front at all. Google Wonder Woman Corset and you will know what I am talking about. My issue is lacing it by myself. I love alone and have zero help. Do you know ANYONE who has a tutorial, or a plus size woman with a C or D cup breasts who has a hack that can help me. There are NO PLUS SIZE PEOPLE on this platform either.

[@orchardcorset]

Lacing up in a corset by yourself takes some practice! Here's a video made by one of our lovely followers detailing how she uses a doorknob to tighten her corset by herself. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2Ormp6uiJiVodU

[@patriciaR004]

That's exactly what I did last night when I put in my Corset for the first time, I tied it around the waist 😅 Oops! Good thing I clicked on this video. I noticed she didn't tighten the corset it looked kind of loose. Can we still get our waist trained with a loose Corset, or was that just for this video to teach us to put it on?

[@gracel2mart]

According to their other videos, fully tightening it on the first try will damage it, so it’s loose to not break it until they can season it

[@honeyext2115]

This makes me happy that untied and tied my ex husbands military boots for him. 😅 (Yes, he’s my ex husband for a reason lol)

[@andrettawiggins2837]

I've had my corset for least a year and I'm just trying it I didn't have a clue to how to put it on.

[@orchardcorset]

I hope this video was helpful!!

[@andrettawiggins2837]

@@orchardcorset yes the video was absolutely helpful.

[@SpiritCaliber]

I did not know I was supposed to pull the laces on the top😳.

[@chalybee8689]

Is there a top or bottom side to wear?

[@orchardcorset]

Yes! If your underbust is wider than your upper hip, then many of our styles will fit you more comfortably upside down. But as a general rule, to tell if your corset is right side up, our front busks have the pins on the left and the hooks on the right. In recent years we've added garter tabs on all of them, and those are located on the bottom.

[@chalybee8689]

@@orchardcorset Thank you very much!

[@emilybaxterthecartoonywitc1805]

I'm a trans woman trying corsets for the first time, to achieve a more hourglass shape. I bought 2 from orchard corset, and the corset liners, and got a 4 for 1 deal from another corset company overseas. I'm binge watching all I can to learn. If you wear everyday, will your body start to shape as well? And how far can you go with waist reduction?

[@apebass2215]

You can wear a corset all day every day, but your body will remain male-shaped, you will not have a female figure. Corsets cannot remould ribs.

[@anaolvera2110]

How do i know if its upside down ?

[@orchardcorset]

Our corsets have the pins on the left side and the hooks on your right side 😀

[@breeskylerwalker_official]

what i do is i just close the busk and tighten the laces, and to take the corset off i just open the busk (never do that)

[@orchardcorset]

Always loosen those laces before unhooking the busk, those pins can break with too much force!

[@stargirlchum8417]

When I put my corset on. I don't see my waist sucking in. Its just sitting there on my waist.

[@stargirlchum8417]

When u see others wear it. There waist just sucks in right. What could the issue be?

[@orchardcorset]

@@stargirlchum8417 Could you message our sizing team your measurements along with some photos in your corset? They can help with just a bit more information. Talk with them here: www.orchardcorset.com/pages/corset-sizing

[@gracel2mart]

I’m about to cry 😭😭😭 She says they are like shoelaces, but I don’t tie shoes behind my back I try to use a mirror to get the right lace X to tighten the laces, but they never take in the slack in the right spot!!!!!

[@orchardcorset]

if you reach out to our sizing gals, they'd be happy to give you some personalized tips: [e-mail]

[@gali_velazquez]

Wow. You're beautiful! 😍

[@amormarquez8872]

Do you have to wear a shirt under ?

[@orchardcorset]

We suggest a layer between you and your corset. We sell corset liners that cover only your torso for a less bulky option than a shirt like what Brittney has on here. Check out our liners and chat with our team if you need anything at all :) www.orchardcorset.com/collections/corset-liner

[@fatcat8012]

I feel it's very difficult, since I can't see my back.

[@juliasmith9747]

I always think that corsets are great as underwear. To always display them over clothing seems strange.

[@maggieamaya6061]

Does the modesty panel have to cover all ur skin in that gap

[@orchardcorset]

If you're in a smaller size like 16"- 22" (or so) the modesty panel should reach the other side. But for folks in the larger sizes 38"+ the modesty panel doesn't typically need to reach the other side. We have a video that explains and demonstrates this really well! kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5qbhmCad5yVr7M

[@timothypryor7952]

There is nothing simple about tying a bow with 4 miles of thread. Also men's corsets are different enough that all the tutorials I can find don't help.

[@orchardcorset]

if you reach out to us via email, we'd love to give you personalized help. [e-mail].

[@darast.angelo261]

You don’t show how to lace up the back fro start

[@DaveNanan]

Seems like ideally, someone else should help you lace up the corset?

[@WickedSistersBoudoir]

When I tie mine my laces hang past my bum, all 4 loops

[@orchardcorset]

It sounds like it would be a good idea to trim your laces. We have a video that shows how to do it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faTQqYptd5qUpJo

[@boethia7367]

This was a nice tutorial, but I wish the laces weren't also white.

[@orchardcorset]

We're sure we'll need to redo this video at some point and we'll make sure to use contrasting laces when we do!

[@boethia7367]

@@orchardcorset Thank you!

[@katehenry2718]

Facing the camera means we CAN:T see what you are doing. You facinging in the mirror means YOU can't see what you are doing.

[@olivecherry9978]

Yes this It has been uncomfortable to watch people do that

[@transmoongoddess]

I wish she just stayed put with her back to the camera! ,

[@-D3m0nikaSpirit-]

I wish your corsets didn't come pre-laced but with the rope , so we could lace it ourselves. Not every waistline is going to be the same height. Someone's waistline (where the bunny ears are) are lower and someone's waistlines are higher. Therefore everyone should lace their own corsets themselves. As no bodies and waists are alike. That's what I was a little disappointed by when I got my corset from you guys. Having the corset come already pre-laced feels a little "cheap" when you should know waistlines can be in different height.

[@orchardcorset]

Hi, thank you for the feedback! We want folks to be able to use their corset right away. So many of our customers are first time corseters and the hurdle of lacing their own corset up before cinching in could be awfully intimidating. We have videos that show how to relace your corset if you'd like to see how to lace up and move the bunny ears. Thanks for being a customer!