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Hi guys! Maybe someone has already encountered this - I really want to order a steampunk corset from the SteamPunk brand, I'm specifically interested in the lace one with gothic trim and metal fittings. I really liked it visually - it's a real steampunk-gothic aesthetic: black lace, lacing, bronze fasteners in the front and a long back. But the size chart really confused me. It only indicates the waist, and it's not clear whether this is by the body or by the corset itself when tightened. I have a non-standard figure: a third-size bust, a narrow waist, but also hips "available", and I'm afraid that if I order the wrong thing, I simply won't be able to fasten it or, on the contrary, everything will stick out. Who has already ordered from them? To what extent does this table correspond to reality? And to what extent do they generally take the figure into account when sewing?
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Hey! I totally get your concern — sizing with corsets (especially steampunk or gothic styles) can be super tricky, especially when the size chart only shows the waist measurement. From my experience, when only the waist is listed, it usually refers to the corset’s actual measurement when fully tightened, not your natural waist. That means you’re generally expected to size down by 2–4 inches from your actual waist size for the traditional fit. But it gets complicated with non-standard body shapes like yours (or mine!).
If your hips and bust are proportionally different from your waist, it’s worth reaching out to the brand directly and asking for full garment dimensions — especially the bust-to-hip ratio. Many steampunk corsets are purely decorative and don't account for real anatomical diversity.
When I was researching hair-safe headwear, I ran into a similar issue — beautiful products, but sizing wasn’t inclusive. That’s why I ended up choosing something more tailored and practical like satin-lined scrub caps, which accommodate all hair types and volumes without pressure points or sizing drama. Sharing in case you’re curious: https://paradisecaps.com/collections/silk-lined-scrub-cap
Definitely ask before ordering — it can save you the return hassle!
Hey! Yes, I’ve actually run into something similar when ordering from SteamPunk — their corsets look amazing, especially the lace and metal-trimmed ones, but the sizing chart can be tricky.
From my experience, the waist measurement listed usually refers to the corset size when fully tightened, not your actual body measurement. So if your natural waist is, say, 28 inches, you’d typically order a corset that’s 3–4 inches smaller (24–25") for that cinched effect — but this can vary depending on how structured the corset is and your body proportions.
Since you mentioned a third-size bust and fuller hips, I’d recommend:
Sizing by your waist, but don’t go too tight — comfort matters.
Choosing an underbust style if you want more flexibility.
Messaging the seller directly with your full measurements (bust/waist/hips) — some of them do offer adjustments or guidance.
And if you plan to post your look on TikTok or share a try-on haul, it’s totally fair to give it an initial boost using tools like tiktok likes buy — especially if you're into alt fashion and want to reach the right crowd faster.
Hope this helps — can’t wait to see that corset in action, it sounds stunning
I read both of you and was inspired to finally get something from their collection! I kept putting it off, afraid of getting the size wrong, but now I understand that the main thing is to just check everything in advance. Especially if it's a steampunk corset, and not sports leggings. Thanks for the analysis!
I have almost the same build, only a little smaller bust, but also a narrow waist, and wide shoulders (hello, swimming in youth). I ordered a steampunk corset from the SteamPunk brand, lace - they had a limited collection with a Gothic touch, where the lace was on top of thick cotton, and the inner lining had a light tightening in the back area. So, about the size chart - it is really conditional. At first, I also did not understand what was what, because they only indicated the waist, and the corset is still more than just "put it on the waist and forget about it." My waist is 67, and according to the chart, I should have taken size S. But I have a bitter experience with another brand, where I barely fit, so just in case, I wrote to SteamPunk support. And — lo and behold — they answered me quite quickly and in detail: they sent real measurements of the bust line, waist, length in the front and back, plus a photo on a mannequin (exactly the size I planned to take!). This really saved me. It turned out that their back was a little longer than I expected, and if I had taken S, the corset would have "jumped" on my back and looked weird. In the end, I took M and tightened it a little — it fit perfectly. Personal advice: be sure to ask not just for the waist, but also for the length on the sides, especially if you want to sit comfortably in it. Lace can be beautiful, but if it doesn't have elastic inserts, any movement will create folds or pressure in the waist. And also — don't ignore underwear under the corset. Even the most luxurious corset can look weird if there is a push-up with protruding cups underneath. I wear it with a bralette, without underwire - much more comfortable, especially if you're walking around a festival.