Caring for your corset

To keep your corset looking new, here are some corset care suggestions.

Fabric Corsets:

DO NOT WASH YOUR CORSET - remember, your corset is made with steel boning, water will cause it to rust. If it needs cleaning, take it to a trusted dry cleaner, and if possible, have it dry cleaned by hand. In most cases, letting your corset air out will do. Simply drape your corset over a hanger or over the back of a chair and let the fresh air in. Do try to avoid direct sunlight as that may fade the color.

Leather Corsets:

Treat your corset with a leather conditioner occasionally to keep it supple. After wearing, wipe your corset clean with a damp cloth.

Patent Leather Corsets:

To keep the patent shiny, treat your corset with patent polish or simply dry polish it with a very soft cloth, flannel for example. After wearing, wipe your corset clean with a damp cloth.

All Corsets:

After wearing, air out your corset and occassionally use a damp cloth to clean the lining, this will keep it smelling fresh and reduce the need for costly dry cleaning. When possible, wear something underneath your corset, a thin camisole or t-shirt will keep the perspiration away from your corset (and straps can be tucked inside!).

NEVER remove your corset without first loosening the laces in the back. Neglecting to loosen laces before removal can result in a broken busk! We do guarantee our products for the life of the material, but we will not be responsible for repairing busks or bones broken in this manner.

A note about the corset laces: Many people find their delicate look disconcerting at first. Rest assured, this nylon ribbon is VERY strong. After time it may wear out, but it is easily replaced with new ribbon which can be purchased at any fabric store. We strongly discourage wearing the ends of your corset laces tied around your waist as it causes wear and weakens the material.