Corset For Hourglass Figure? 216 Most Correct Answers

If you’ve ever wondered, does wearing a corset “shrink” your waist?”, you’ve come to the right place. Read on to find out everything you need to know about corsets and waist reduction…

The main function of a corset is to create a waist reduction. When browsing corsets, you may notice that the achievable waist reduction is listed for each style, e.g. B. 2-3 inches. While corsets offer support and added shaping to the torso, hips, and bust, depending on which style you choose, the main goal is to reduce the waist. Read on to learn more about how a corset can reduce your waistline…

corsets explained

Simply put, a corset is a waist-hugging garment worn around the torso to cinch the waist and create a smaller waist and hourglass figure. Corsets come in a variety of styles and materials.

When choosing a corset to slim your waist, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, think about how you will wear your corset – under clothing, over clothing, or alone. Second, think about the look you want to achieve – do you want your corset to be subtle and concealed under clothing, or do you want to create a bold and bold look with a corset designed to be seen?

Corsets are not designed to permanently reduce waist size, only when the corset is worn should the waist appear smaller. Many people choose to wear these garments on special occasions, while others wear them as part of their everyday undergarments or outerwear, and for a small group corsets are worn for performance purposes.

corset styles

Overbust: An overbust corset sits over the bust and usually ends at the hips. This style is most commonly worn over clothing or alone as a corset top, but can also be worn under clothing to slim the waist and shape the hips and bust.

Underbust: An underbust corset sits under the bust and provides support for the back as well as waist reduction and hip tightening. Typically worn with a bra, underbust bands can be worn under or over clothing to reduce the waist and make a stylish statement.

Waspie: A waspie is the smallest type of corset as it sits just around your midsection and doesn’t go down over your bust or down to your hips. Essentially a wide belt, a waspie focuses solely on reducing the waist and is worn under or over clothing.

How corsets work

Traditionally, corsets are tied at the waist with laces to tighten the corset and draw in the waist. Good quality and authentic corsets use flexible steel boning to create that all-important hourglass figure and ensure the garment holds its shape. This combination of steel boning and tight laces creates compression around the torso that can result in several inches of waist reduction.

Boned corsets are made from a variety of materials. This can include cotton, satin and, in some designs, mesh. Corsets also come in many styles, from modern to traditional, as well as a variety of colors so you can easily find a design that suits your needs.

If your main focus is reducing your waistline, an underbust corset that you can pair with your own bra would be the best option, while if you’re looking for an all-over sculpting, an overbust is best.

In addition to corsets, there are also waist trainers. Waist trainers are designed to have a more permanent effect and can further reduce the waist, but for everyday and occasional wear, corsets are the preferred option.

When shopping for a corset, consider the waist reduction you want to achieve. All our designs list the possible waist reduction e.g. B. 3-4 inches so you can see by the offset how effective your corset will be. These garments are an investment, so it pays to take the time to get things right from the start. For more advice and help finding your perfect style contact [email protected] or check out our size guide and blog posts for more advice and information.

It’s London Fashion Week and for some our minds turn to the latest trends. What are the new colors, shapes or key items this season? In the past, wearing the most fashionable styles signaled your place in society. Corsets were an essential part of women’s (and some men’s) clothing from the 16th century to the early 19th century. Virtually mandatory for women of aristocratic origin, corsets were also adopted by working women seeking a fashionable silhouette.

Corsets were made from a solid fabric with bone or metal inserts. Fastening with hooks at the front and adjustable laces at the back. Metal grommets for lacing corsets were introduced in France in 1828. This technical innovation allowed the waist to be cinched tight, sometimes as much as 17 inches, creating the fashionable hourglass figure popular in the 19th century.

Women were often laced so tightly that their breathing was restricted, leading to fainting. Squeezing the abdominal organs could lead to poor digestion, and over time, the back muscles could atrophy. In fact, long-term tight lacing caused the rib cage to deform. The Hunterian Museum has an example of a rib cage showing damage caused by tight lacing. Doctors referred to these symptoms as chlorosis, or “green disease,” and anemia. Blood counts were taken and patients given pills to treat symptoms.

Left: The bones of an elderly woman’s thorax, deformed by tight lacing of clothing, late 19th century (RCSPC/02066)

Many doctors regularly wrote about the negative effects of tightly laced corsets. In 1793 von Sommerring published About the Effects of the Schnir breasts (“On the Effects of the Corset”) to indicate that the corset posed a health risk by compressing the ribs and other internal organs. Other articles in the college’s collections on this subject are On the ill effects of insufficient exercise, forced postures and close quarters on young women (1833), Dress and health: an appeal to antiquity and common sense (1896), or On voluntary distortions of the human figure by artificial compression (1832).

The Lancet published a series of letters on the subject: Death by Tight Lacing (June 14, 1890), Effects of Tight Lacing (January 16, 1892) and Civilization and the Corset (December 11, 1909). Some of the less scientific commentators noted that there were less severe symptoms in married women, and theorized that “the male, once caught, no longer needed to charm his eye with the slender waist…”

Fashions change and after WW1 the new flapper dresses introduced an androgynous shape that called for different undergarments. Later articles in the BMJ, “Two Diseases Caused by Fads” (May 23, 1925) and The Lancet, “Corsets and Chlorosis” (March 22, 1952), discuss the disappearance of chlorosis and firmly link it to changes in fashion among women no longer wear tightly laced corsets.

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Fitness, training advice, training tips

By: Chris Freytag, CPT // January 17, 2022

Wondering how to get a smaller waist? Or is it even possible? The answer is yes, you can – but it takes more than just diet pills or tummy sculpters. Achieving a smaller waist is accomplished through diet and exercise changes outlined in this article. Below are the best foods and exercises to help you reach your goals!

These steps can help you lose belly fat and shrink your waist, but since each one is shaped a little differently, it’s highly unlikely that your waistline’s ratio to the rest of your body will completely change.

Let’s look at the real, scientific way to lose body fat and tone your waistline using two things your body was designed to do: eat and exercise.

How to get a smaller waist with food

What you eat will affect how your tummy looks more than anything else. It’s imperative that you eat healthy, balanced meals that nourish your body without leaving junk that gets stored in your belly as excess fat! And while this concept seems pretty simple, we all know it’s definitely not easy.

Bad habits can creep in and eating food without thinking about the consequences is all too common. Here are some tips that might help you get used to a new, healthier way of eating:

1. Plan the week ahead

A big part of bad eating habits is getting hungry and just eating what’s easiest to grab. Of course, fast food is often the easiest. So take an hour on Saturday or Sunday and do a few simple things:

Bake or grill some chicken breasts

Hard boil a dozen eggs

Buy a few packets of Greek yogurt

Wash and cut your favorite fruits and vegetables and bag them to take with you on the go.

If you enjoy cooking, make a large pot of healthy chili or soup and divide into freezer containers.

Anything you can do to prepare ahead of time will reward you with results. Spending a few hours on the weekend to plan for the week ahead can turn mealtime from stressful and fattening to easy and healthy.

Also see: 8 Meal Prepping Tips for Beginners

2. Eat in balance

Protein, carbs, and healthy fats go into meals for a reason: to keep you balanced and satisfied. Try to eat them together every time you eat. When you grab an apple for a snack, you might be surprised to know that it’s BETTER to pair it with a tablespoon of peanut butter.

By balancing nutrients, you may end up consuming more calories initially, but you end up eating fewer and your blood sugar stays balanced, averting cravings for the bad stuff.

That means you’re eating the good calories that are used up and not stored in your stomach. So what does balanced and simple look like?

Piece of whole grain toast with peanut butter and ½ banana.

Protein shake with fruit or vegetable mix

Vegetable sticks and hummus.

Full fat Greek yogurt with berries

Try our muffin in a minute (it’s not what you think it is!)

None of this is complicated and each of them will satisfy your tummy for several hours.

3. Refuse unexpected treats

We often feel guilty about eating things that others offer us. It’s okay to indulge once in a while and give yourself a treat.

I bet if you add up the free donuts at the office, the slices of coworkers’ birthday cake, or the oversized samples at the grocery store, you’d be surprised how often it happens. Oh, and don’t forget all the sips and bites you take from your kid’s plate.

Watch what you eat and if necessary, keep track of it for a week and write it all down as you take it in. This gives you a reality check.

4. Crash diets are not your friend

Restrictive meals and diets can cause your metabolic rate to drop. The evidence shows how hard it is for adaptive thermogenesis to kick in the more you reduce calorie intake. In reality, a strictly restrictive diet can be counterproductive.

Wondering how to spot a crash diet? Each protocol requires you to cut out or over-exercise an entire food group (aka a macronutrient). We always advocate balance.

5. Eat foods that cause bloating

Nobody feels that their waist is tight and slim when they are bloated. We recommend adding Debloat foods to your diet. Include plenty of leafy greens, which are high in magnesium, along with micronutrients for digestion. Avoid baked or processed foods. When it comes to salty foods, by all means stay away if you want a flat stomach tomorrow. Here’s our list of debloat foods for some ideas.

6. Make peace with slow, steady progress

Losing weight fast is actually not what you should focus on. If you’re working toward a safe weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds a week, it’s much more likely to result in a permanent loss.

To make peace with slow weight loss, focus on small gains instead. Instead of “I need to lose x pounds to reach this bodyweight,” set it back to “This week I’ll run 5 times and plan my meals each day.” More specifically. Going too hard too fast could lead to burnout. You want your lifestyle adjustments to be preserved and your slim waistline to be preserved too!

How to get a smaller waist through exercise

Would you like to get a smaller waist? You need to move your body more, period. We’ve become a sedentary society and quite frankly that’s the opposite of healthy. Exercise has become a chore and no longer part of everyday life.

When you think of belly fat, you might picture a lot of crunches and planks. And while strengthening your abs is important, there’s more to it than that. Let’s take a look.

1. Find some form of cardio for weight loss

If you want to shed unwanted fat from your waistline, calorie-burning cardio will be your friend. But if you decide to keep going, choose something you enjoy doing. Too often we see exercise as a punishment rather than another part of our daily routine. Our minds are somewhat limited in what we consider calorie-burning cardio.

For example, there is absolutely no reason why you should force yourself to become a runner if you hate running. Think of all the ways you can get your body moving: walking, volleyball, dancing, boxing, fitness classes, biking, swimming, kayaking, snowshoeing, paddleboarding. The list goes on.

Find things that you really enjoy and make sure you include them in your weekly moving plan. Aim to do cardio 4-5 days a week.

2. Try high-intensity interval training

If you want to shed that weight faster, try incorporating HIIT training, Tabata training, or another form of interval training twice a week. Intervals help you work harder, not longer, and get your body to burn more calories even after you’re done. The pounds are guaranteed to tumble off faster.

3. Lift weights for a slim waist

Okay, so here’s one you should do even if you don’t like it. Why? Strength training counts. Muscle is active tissue, which means it burns calories even when you’re sitting around. The more muscle you have, the more calories you burn at rest and the better your metabolism works.

The good news is that strength training, much like cardio, comes in many forms. Weightlifting at the gym is one possibility. This also applies to resistance bands, medicine balls or even your own body weight. Find what works for you and incorporate strength training into your routine 2-3 times a week.

3. Work on your core

We’re talking about getting a thinner waist, aren’t we? So once you eat well and exercise more – which removes the layer of fat covering your midsection – it’s important to strengthen and tone what lies beneath. Choosing specific movements that work your transverse abdomen, obliques, and rectus abdominis are all part of the picture. Check out our GetHealthyU TV video Core Blast Pilates for a guided core workout you can do at home!

How to get a smaller waist: The best exercise routine

Designed by trainer Chris Freytag, here are 7 great exercises that target your core and help you flatten your tummy. Combined with cardio and clean eating, this little waist workout will help shrink your waist—no diet pills or waist trainers needed.

Perform 8-10 reps of each movement below, except for the Pilates 100, which you’ll do for a count of 100.

Click here to learn how to do Pilates 100.

Click here to learn how to do oblique crunches.

Click here to learn how to perform the Bend Extend Ab Tuck.

Click here to learn how to do a side plank scoop.

Click here to learn how to do the double leg extension.

Click here to learn how to make a side plank.

Click here to learn how to do the bike exercise.

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Necklines must not unbalance the natural silhouette of the hourglass body, either visually widening the shoulder line or adding unnecessary volume (e.g., through embellishments).

‍Slightly rounded cuts are great – like oval, deep oval, round or jewel necklines. Since they are neither extremely wide nor narrow, they do not attract attention. Lower and wider necklines — like scoops or sweetheart necklines — show off your bust.

If you don’t want to show off your bust size, avoid wide necklines like the ones mentioned earlier, square and boat necklines, high necklines, and turtlenecks, as they add volume to this area. Instead, opt for slimmer necklines (like a V-neck).

A selection of flattering necklines:

sleeve

Just like necklines, sleeves must not unbalance the natural silhouette of the hourglass body by visually broadening either the shoulder or hip line, or adding unnecessary bulk to both.

The best type of sleeve is a fitted one. Set-in sleeves work great as they follow the body’s natural curve. If you choose slightly shoulder-hugging sleeves (e.g. cap sleeves), be sure to balance the extra bulk on your bottom.

‍Avoid embellishments and loose and baggy sleeves that would draw attention to the upper body.

A selection of flattering sleeve styles:

Shirts, t-shirts and other tops

Look for shirts that accentuate your waist and maintain the balanced look of the hourglass shape, i.e. tops should be fitted.

They should fit snugly at the waist without weighing your chest down (unless you have a smaller bust). Belted tops and wrap tops are great for cinching the waist.

If you want less emphasis on your curvy hips, choose tops that hit your hipbone.

‍This will help glide over the curves and make you look thinner.

‍Avoid large ruffles, bows, or other embellishments that would add bulk to your torso (unless you add some volume to your hips to compensate). And avoid adding bulk at the waist that would hide the natural slimness of your waistline.

A selection of flattering shirt and top styles:

knitwear

Like everything else, that waistline is all about that hourglass body. This shape is already very proportionate, so the goal is to maintain that proportion and not lose it with excess fabric.

A light, fitted sweater is the best option, especially as it accentuates your curves. Belts are also great for cinching your waist.‍

Lightweight fabrics and fine knits compliment your shape by emphasizing your silhouette.

‍Avoid chunky, heavy knits and loose sweaters that hide the natural hourglass shape.

Jackets

Jackets should follow the natural line of the body and gather towards the waist.

Form fitting belted jackets are great. Single breasted jackets are best as they don’t add extra bulk like double breasted jackets do.

Short jackets that end just above the hips emphasize your curves. If you’re petite, stick to shorter jackets that hit your hips.

‍Avoid straight and boxy cuts as they don’t show your waist and make you appear heavier. And stay away from heavy details and embellishments that make you appear top-heavy.

A selection of flattering jacket styles:

coats

Like jackets, coats should be fitted and tailored to follow the natural silhouette of the hourglass body.

Styles that achieve this are trench coats, long coach coats and also A-line coats.

To keep the silhouette tidy, keep coats simple and without too many details or embellishments that could end up making you look unbalanced. If you choose a coat with embellishments around your bust, be sure to add the same amount of volume around your hips.

‍Puff sleeves or epaulettes to accentuate the shoulders are great.

‍Avoid boxy and straight coats like empire and drop vests as they hide your natural waist (unless they can be buckled).

A selection of flattering coat styles:

In this day and age, a super slim, less curvy figure still dominates fashion magazines, and a new generation of TV and movie stars are bucking the trend.

A model-thin body may still be the ideal for many women, but for some women and many men, a curvaceous hourglass figure is the shape of choice. The hourglass figure peaked in the ’40s and ’50s when famous actresses flaunted their curves.

What exactly is an hourglass figure?

To get an hourglass shape, you need a fairly large bust, wide hips, and a small waist. The narrow waist accentuates the bust and hips. This shape is all about the bust-to-waist and hip-to-waist ratio. For a real hourglass figure, the chest and hips should be roughly the same size. The perfect measurements are often given as 36-24-36.

Petite women can have this curvaceous shape too, but on a smaller scale. The look can be achieved as long as the waist size is approximately 10 to 12 inches smaller than the girth of the chest and hips.

Although women in the 1950’s wore restrictive underwear to tighten the waist, initially they actually had smaller waists than today’s women. According to statistics, our waists are bigger than previous generations.

Banana, apple and pear shape

A real hourglass figure is quite rare. Less than 10% of women are naturally flattering. Much more common are the banana, apple, or pear shapes, with the banana shape being the most common. In the banana shape, the torso is fairly straight up and down. The waist circumference is hardly different from that of the breasts or hips.

With the apple shape, the hips are slim. Full breasts, broad shoulders and excess weight in the waist area are typical of the apple shape. With the pear shape, the upper body is narrow. The weight is carried in the hips and thighs.

How do I achieve an hourglass shape?

A person’s shape can be altered somewhat through fitness and diet. For example, an apple-shaped person might lose some of that unhealthy belly fat through lifestyle changes. But if you’re apple, pear, or banana shape, it’s unlikely you can achieve an hourglass figure through diet and exercise alone, no matter how disciplined you are.

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Marilyn Monroe, 5’6″

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She was a fashion icon and she would style her blonde locks to match her outfits. Long, high-waisted skirts were her thing, and leather waist belts wowed her.

6 inch heels were also her favorite and gave her the sexy t-shirt office look. All of her outfits have been custom made for her and if you want the best office look that looks elegant and sexy, go her fashion way.

Emilia Clarke, 5’2″

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Game of Thrones is a film that made Emilia Clarke famous. Having the best scenes and outfits is the best copy deal with Emilia. Her red carpet outfits are out of this world. As a petite 5’2″ actress, simple yet elegant styles are all Emilia appreciates.

Emilia also gets simple hair designs that make her look fabulous with her outfits. Game of Thrones has inspired some of her artistic fashion styles, especially immediately after the initial release; Most of her outfits followed the line of the film.

Elizabeth Taylor, 5’4″

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Elizabeth made headlines for her gorgeous hourglass figure’s fondness for body-hugging outfits. Considering she had eight marriages, her last husband influenced her style and took her fashion to another level.

Her fashion style was sexy and artistic, wearing outfits that showed a lot of her upper body and had the dramatic nature of arm designs.

Emma Roberts, 5’2″

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Emma’s outfits are definitely always stunning. They’re the kind of outfits that would turn heads anywhere. Red carpet outfits are mostly form-fitting dresses that are elegant and tailored to Emma’s physical features.

Their outfits are mostly colorful and have a pleasant shade. Fashion styles that are commendable in the first place are from Emma Roberts.

Dita von Teese, 5’3″

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Dita is a big fun feather outfit. Whether they’re on the hands or shoulders doesn’t matter as long as they’re part of the outfit.

Short outfits like dresses are her thing as she doesn’t mind showing too much skin everywhere. She also loves an outfit that draws attention to her waist area because she has a small waist and wants to show it off to the whole world.

As for Dita posing for photos, you can tell she loves showing off her hourglass figure no matter the weather.

Kat Dennings, 5’3″

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Kat wears all kinds of outfits as long as a pair of heels completes the look. She’s a fan of heels, all heights; she can walk comfortably in it. Her best outfits and style are red carpets, where she can break the monotony of pants and wear simple dresses with a simple hairdo.

Kat doesn’t mind showing off her boobs, so sometimes she can choose to go the sexy route and wear sexy outfits like dresses with thigh-high slits. Surprisingly, pant suits are also her thing and she wears them, but more often than not she opts for solid colors.

Katherine Heigl, 5’9″

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For a long time, Katherine’s outfits showed less and less skin. She loves outfits that cover her body very well. All the red carpets she wears are simple dresses and dresses that show less skin and they are mainly of the artistic fashion that makes them more eye-catching.

The things she can show the world are outfits that show off her arms and legs from the calves down. Her shoe game is on another level too, and she loves wearing red pants and sometimes sneakers.

Kate Winslet, 5’7″

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Over the years, Kate’s fashion has evolved from simple black stunning dresses to modern silhouettes. This has even evolved into bold shade block color block outfits, which is excellent as it shows her adapting to the fashion industry.

Her dresses are well designed and all look beautiful. The type of fabrics used to create these planned designs is also unique. Some with reflection effect, others are used to design dresses with an illusion neckline. Everything she wears is excellent.

Jenna Dewan, 5’2″

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Jenna literally rocks anything as long as it suits her taste. Jeans and short dresses are her favorites. She also loves wearing different designs of her funny backpack. Floral dresses are also her thing and she loves to wear them with black boots.

When it comes to red carpet events, she also looks stunning with beautiful bodycon dresses, or sometimes she can choose to be unique and wear jumpsuits that are well designed and have good coverage either in the back or thigh area set accents.

Kourtney Kardashian, 5’0″

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Even on her family TV show Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Kourtney has always worn simple outfits. At red carpet events, she may choose to be extraordinary. As you know, she’s a particularly careful mom who always has something to say about an outfit.

Since she started dating Travis her taste for black outfits has increased and she wears more black outfits, leather to be exact and completes the look with a pair of very high heels. The black outfits are mostly short dresses.

Christina Hendricks, 5’7″

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Her breasts are the first thing you see when you meet her in person or see her pictures. She loves showing off her breasts and push-up bras are her must-haves in her wardrobe, especially when attending red carpet events. Simple dresses with sweetheart necklines are her favorite.

She also wears tops that are more sheer in the bust area and show off her cleavage. You can also go her way of fashion if you want to show off your bust size.

Bridget Bardot, 5’5″

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Being an animal rights activist, Bridget doesn’t stop her from being a fashion icon. When she was featured in British Vogue magazine, she got the chance to show the world her taste in fashion.

Her taste for short dresses with knife cakes was on another level. She loves to show off her long legs with heels or knee high boots, hats and sunglasses. Their outfits are generally showstoppers.

Halle Berry, 5’5″

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Halle’s outfits are out of this world. She can literally pull up with any outfit. She loves vintage looks and likes to wear outfits with thick belts that are unforgettable. The most memorable outfit she has ever worn is the sheer dree she wore to the 2002 Oscars. It’s still a common theme for designers and everyone to this day.

Her favorite accessories are sunglasses, which she wears with all her outfits. When you think of ’90s fashion, Halle Berry immediately springs to mind.

Jayne Mansfield, 5’5″

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Pants are Jayne’s absolute favorite. Pants that hug her body tightly around her waist area and make her waist look sexy and slim are all she wants. If you want to try pants that inspire you so much, you can try to choose Jayne’s Taste of Pants. She was a fashion icon when it came to pants.

Salma Hayek, 5’2″

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When you think of Salma, only big boobs come to mind. She looks like she’s showing off her sexy boobs no matter what kind of outfit she’s wearing. She loves A-line skirts that accentuate her hourglass figure.

Any outfit that makes Salma feel sexy and beautiful is a must-have outfit for her. All of her red carpet outfits are stunning and attractive.

Scarlet Johansson, 5’3″

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Scarlet Johannson comes to mind when you think of Black Widow, Under the Skin, and Avengers: Endgame. She is the highest paid actress in the world in 2018 and 2019. Having grossed over $14.3 billion worldwide and being featured on Forbes is no joke. Johansson has had as much control of her fashion over the years as she has of her acting career.

When it comes to red carpets, Scarlet doesn’t joke about fashion. Baggy dresses are her favorites and mid-length dresses with a cinched waist are all she has in her wardrobe. Most of her outfits are in neutral colors.

Sofia Vergera, 5’7″

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Movies and TV shows Sofia has starred in all have their iconic fashion credentials. She loves jeans and her main to-do outfits are all kinds of jeans. She even has her denim line where she sells all her variety of denim tastes and new designs that come to her constantly.

Betty Davis, 5’2″

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Bette became famous through the film Jezebel and her outstanding fashion. She defined old Hollywood glam with her sleek wardrobe. She loved bright colors and the old school style that she rocked in all her sets. Her fashion statement grew in popularity and inspired many due to a hit TV show.

Artistic fashion style was also her thing. Feather style outfits were her best and she would complete the look with a pair of gloves. You can follow in Bette’s footsteps in old-fashioned styles.

Sophia Loren, 5’8″

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Sophia loved all princess-like outfits and all her red carpet events, and over the years she has become the red carpet queen because of her striving to ensure that her prom dresses left people with the wow factor.

Despite all the tags, Loren never really cared what people were saying, which made her set the standards for fashion. This led other actresses to copy her gloves and ball gown style.

Vivien Leigh, 5’3″

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Vivien Leigh has twice won the Academy Award for Best Actress, and although tuberculosis overwhelmed her immune system, her style of fashion will forever be everyone’s favorite. The one iconic outfit that everyone can’t forget is the red dress. It was also her only Vogue look and since then she has always been considered a fashion icon.

She wore 1950’s fashion and added beautiful and recognizable accessories to red carpet events. Every designer wants to copy their style and fashion. Because the photograph was black and white, her outfits were still recognizable.

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What attracts you first in a woman? is it her smile Your personality? your character?

If, like many men, an “hourglass figure” is your golden ticket, then you’re not alone. A new study published in the journal Evolution and Human Behavior has claimed that men think women with “low waist-to-hip ratios (WHRs)” — or “hourglass” figures in layman’s terms — are the most attractive have body.

However, it’s not just her looks that make men prefer her. Scientists claim that it’s natural for men to prefer this body type, as an hourglass figure is a sign that a woman is young, has never been pregnant and has “important reproductive resources.”

“Since evolution is entirely dependent on individual reproductive success, everything related to reproduction, such as mate choice, should be optimized through natural selection,” said William D. Lassek, study author and researcher at the University of California’s Department of Anthropology Santa Barbara.

“Understanding the reasons why men find certain women attractive should help us better understand human evolution.”

To reach their conclusion, the scientists examined data from more than 12,000 participants in two National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (US-based studies examining the health and nutritional status of adults and children).

They found that low WHR is not only a sign of sexual maturity, but is also strongly associated with higher levels of omega-3 docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a nutrient crucial during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It used to be thought that men preferred these numbers because they told them a woman was healthy and fertile, but now scientists claim it reveals so much more information.

“For the past 30 years, the commonly accepted explanation for male preferences has been that they look for signs of health and fertility, but we have shown that the very small waist sizes and low BMIs associated with attractiveness in well-nourished women Not doing so indicates better health or fertility,” Lassek tells PsyPost.

“What they show is that a woman is likely to be young (15-19), has never been pregnant, and has maximum stores of brain-building fatty acids. In groups where women eat less and are heavier in their teens, men prefer the higher BMIs that indicate youth. Men’s attraction to younger women probably won’t surprise most women.

“We also believe that young women with attractive WHRs and BMIs may be better able to cope with a first pregnancy in the absence of modern obstetrics,” concludes Lassek.

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Daniel Davies Daniel Davies is a staff writer at Men’s Health UK and has reported for various publications on sport science, fitness and culture for the past five years.

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Build a sexy, feminine hourglass figure!

Have you ever admired the girls with small waists and curvy hips? At one point we’ve probably all wondered if the hourglass figure is genetic or if it’s something that girls of all shapes and sizes can achieve. While it’s true that we’re all built with different frames and bone structures, it’s possible to slim your waist and shape your hips regardless of your body type. This Hourglass Figure Building Guide contains everything you need to know to build the body of your dreams!

The classic hourglass measurements are a 36 inch chest, 24 inch waist and 36 inch hips. Just because you might not have that frame doesn’t mean your body isn’t beautiful! You can still earn your curves. It’s important to accept who you are before improving it through healthy eating and exercise!

There are several core components to achieving an hourglass figure. These include diet, cardiovascular training (including HIIT training), core training, and weight lifting. While all of these things can be done at home, having access to a gym or fitness equipment would be extremely beneficial.

Component #1: Nutrition

First and foremost, you must maintain a clean, nutritious diet. The biggest mistake most people make is not eating enough calories. If you starve yourself, you won’t get an hourglass figure.

General information

1. Eat clean and avoid processed foods – What do we mean by “clean” foods? Clean food generally refers to whole foods that are as close to their natural state as possible. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and lean meats are the most commonly consumed clean foods. For a more detailed list, see the Whole Foods Shopping List.

You might also like this 7-Day Clean Eating Survival Guide for Beginners

These healthy choices are packed with the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients your body needs to lose weight and tone up. Processed foods should be avoided as they tend to be much higher in calories and offer little to no nutritional value.

2. Get more protein and soluble fiber – Protein is crucial for weight loss and muscle building. It aids in weight loss by keeping you fuller for longer, thereby helping you eat less throughout the day. Protein is also key to repairing and strengthening your muscles so you can build a curvier figure. Check out our High Protein Shopping List for some great protein options.

Fiber is also great for weight loss because your body digests it slowly. This means that the full gut feeling is also retained. When you feel full, you will be less tempted to eat unhealthy foods.

3. Eliminate soda and alcohol – Regular soda is loaded with calories and offers no nutritional value. Diet soda has been shown to increase cravings for sugary foods, so it’s best to stay away from it, too. Not only is alcohol associated with excess belly fat, it can also lead to unhealthy eating. If you want to tighten your waist, you must avoid these things.

4. Cut back on sugar – Who doesn’t love a sweet treat every now and then? You don’t have to eliminate sugar from your diet entirely, but you should try to limit it. There is a direct link between sugar and excess body fat. The American Heart Association recommends women eat no more than 25 grams of sugar per day. It is extremely important that you read the nutrition label as many foods today contain added sugar.

5. Drink Plenty of Water – Staying hydrated should be a top priority for everyone, but especially for those engaged in a fitness routine. Drink a full glass of cool water when you first wake up to boost your metabolism. It is also recommended to drink another full glass before each meal to protect against overindulgence.

As you lose weight, your body also needs more water to flush out extra toxins. Staying hydrated also keeps you from retaining water, which reduces any “fluid” in your tummy. A general rule of thumb is to drink at least 64 ounces of water daily, but feel free to drink more!

lose weight

If you’re trying to lose weight, you need to consume an adequate amount of calories each day to keep your metabolism going. Starving yourself will cause you to stop losing weight because your body will go into starvation mode. In other words, don’t do it.

A safe daily calorie deficit is 200-300 calories per day. That means if you typically eat 1,800 calories in a day, you should aim for 1,500 to 1,600 instead.

Because we are all different, it is important to eat the right amount of calories for YOUR body. Read our article on Daily Calorie Intake: How Many Calories Should I Eat to Lose Weight? It will help you figure out exactly how many calories you should be consuming each day.

When it comes to planning your meals, focus on protein first, then fat, and lastly carbs. Protein is the magic macronutrient for weight loss, so you should aim to get about 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight per day. If you’re unsure how much of each to eat, read our recommendations to help you determine portion size.

Gain weight

Even if you have to gain weight, you should still pay attention to a clean diet. Aim to eat 200-300 more calories each day than you normally would, but make sure it’s not junk food. Try adding one or more of these 5 carbs that you feel free to indulge in. Of course, we want the weight you gain to be primarily muscle, so your diet will require more protein. You should aim for 1.5 grams of protein per pound of body weight.

Remember, neither carbs nor fat are enemies. Your body needs both to function optimally. You just have to focus on getting the right amounts of each of them. This article will show you how to calculate the right macronutrients for your body.

Next up: cardio and HIIT!

Component #2: Cardio and HIIT

These forms of exercise are great additions to a healthy eating plan. If you want to lose weight and eat 200-300 fewer calories a day, you can increase that deficit with cardiovascular exercise. By burning an additional 200-300 calories through exercise each day, you can double your weight loss and lose over a pound a week!

There are many different forms of cardiovascular training. Check out these top cardio workouts to lose weight. Even if you’re one of those ladies trying to gain weight, you should still do cardiovascular exercise to improve your heart and lung health. The AHA recommends getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity cardiovascular exercise weekly.

You’ve probably heard of HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training). This is another form of cardio that combines short bursts of heart-pounding movement with even shorter periods of rest. The goal is to boost your metabolism so you continue to burn more calories post-workout. This is a great choice for those of us who don’t have much time to exercise. The AHA recommends 75+ minutes of HIIT per week.

Try some of our newest HIIT routines!

What to do

Do any combination of these two forms of exercise and aim to meet the AHA recommendation (150 minutes of moderate intensity OR 75 minutes of HIIT) each week.

Regardless of what your goal is, engaging in some form of cardiovascular exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. When it comes to building an hourglass figure, these forms of exercise will help slim your waistline.

Component #3: Core Training

Speaking of cinching your waist… core training is the third key element in the guide to building an hourglass figure. When you strengthen a muscle, it becomes more compact. Your core has multiple layers of muscle running in all different directions. Strengthening these muscles also tightens them, pulls your waist in, and flattens your stomach.

When doing abdominal exercises, it’s important that you work all of these different muscles. The following routines ensure that the work is spread evenly across your core.

what you will need

A yoga mat or towel/interval timer/medicine ball or pair of dumbbells (5-10 lbs.)

What to do

Perform each of the following routines once a week (each on a different day). That means you train five days a week. Try increasing the difficulty every seven days by increasing the duration of an exercise or adding another round.

Finally, let’s talk about weightlifting.

Component #4: Weightlifting

Remember when we mentioned that having access to fitness equipment would be extremely beneficial? Well, here’s why.

For an hourglass figure, you should build up your butt and hips, right? To build muscle, you have to get out of your comfort zone. In this case, that means working with heavier weights than you’re probably used to. Being affiliated with a gym gives you access to the appropriate equipment.

See also: Strength Training for Weight Loss: 5 Fantastically Effective Tips

In order for your muscles to grow stronger and firmer, they need to be put under tension on a regular basis. Weight lifting will help you with this. On your strength training days, your muscles will be stressed accordingly. On your rest days – which are just as important – your muscles will repair and rebuild, resulting in growth and curvier hips! Yay!

If you’re not a member of a gym right now and want to work out at home, you can still attend. You only need a few pieces of equipment.

What you need

A gym membership OR a moderate pair of dumbbells (8-12 pounds) / a heavy pair of dumbbells (15+ pounds) / a bench, step, or chair / a yoga mat or towel / an interval timer / moderate barbell or EZ bar (optional)

What to do

Do each of the following routines once a week (paired with a core routine from above). That means you continue to exercise five days a week. Try increasing the difficulty every seven days by increasing the duration of an exercise or adding another round.

The right form should always be in the foreground. With that in mind, we want you to use the heaviest weights that you can safely use for all of the following exercises. Remember, the more challenging an exercise, the better your results will be. Luckily, each of these routines come with instructional videos to help you maintain proper form.

It’s important to note that spot reduction is a myth. You don’t get to choose where your body gets its fat from. This is why eating right and doing cardiovascular exercise and/or HIIT is so important. These two components will work to melt away excess fat while core training and weightlifting tighten and tone the underlying muscles.

We also want to remind you that you will not wake up tomorrow with an hourglass figure. It takes time to lose weight and tone up, which is why you need to be consistent. Make an effort every day. After a few weeks you will notice that your body is changing.

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The first question we’re often asked is, “Does waist training work?” (Short answer, yes!) followed by “How long will it take before I see results from waist training?”

Here are results from real Orchard Corset customers – people of all shapes and sizes who have waist training and are seeing real results. They share their tips for success as well as photos before, after and while wearing a corset. You’ll also learn about other surprising benefits of wearing a corset, straight from customers who wear them!

Lindsey’s solution to back pain Before: 29″ waist After: 26″ waist Corset: 18″ waist in CS-411 standard Lindsey wears a Romantic Curve black satin underbust corset (CS-411 standard). She slowly trained her waist for three years Create a dramatic hourglass figure Gradually she has reduced her natural waist and is able to lace up a corset to reduce her waist by an additional 8″. Lately, Lindsey has been wearing our Extreme Curve Underbust CS-479 to amplify her waist training results You can follow her waist training progress on her Instagram profile @mslindseyblack Lindsey B. says, “I have a bad back and very bad posture. I used to throw my back out all the time, but in the three years that I’ve had no problems wearing corsets!The best advice I can give is to keep at it and don’t rush things!I’ve been a bra for three years trying to get to where I am now. And I did it slowly and consistently. I corset all day, every day. I just don’t wear it to sleep.” Shop Her Style

Siddeeqah loses 10 inches from her waist Before: 48″ waist After 1 year: 38″ waist Corset in CS-426 Longline with Waist Ties Siddeeqah wears a Black Cotton Hourglass Curve Underbust Corset (CS-426 Longline with Waist Ties) Waist ties aren’t just super cute ⁠ – They also make room for curvier hips and create a more dramatic silhouette. Siddeeqah’s classic black cotton corset adds curves and style to an otherwise simple look. And it goes perfectly with her black lace tank! Siddeequah S. says: “I wore my corset every day for the first few months. I had to break it in and adjust it. I have found it helps my posture as I suffer from sciatica. I’ve also found that I eat less because there isn’t room for my stomach to expand. It’s been a year since I started corset training. I have found that the corsets I have now are a bit too big as I have lost inches from my waist. I only wear them every now and then around the house or when I’m going to be somewhere for a long time.” Shop her style

Sparrow defines her curves Before: 38″ waist After 8 months: 33″ waist Corset in CS-426 standard mesh Sparrow hides in an Hourglass Curve underbust corset in mesh (CS-426 standard) During waist training, Sparrow’s casual look gains a lift wearing a petticoat corset. Mesh fabric works well to define your curves under your clothing while providing excellent breathability and comfort. Stealing the corset is a great way to spend your waist training lessons while keeping your corset a secret. Sparrow K. says, “My number one tip would be to make sure you’re always comfortable wearing your corset, whatever that means to you. If you’re wearing clothes that feel uncomfortable or awkward, it’s going to be harder to keep your corset on for as long as you want.” Shop their style

Stephanie flattens her waist After giving birth Before: 31″ waist After 2 years: 27″ waist Corset in CS-411 standard Stephanie wears a Romantic Curve underbust corset (CS-411 standard) in black satin Satin is a versatile fabric that goes well over and works under clothing. For extra breathability on hot days, Stephanie could switch it up with a mesh version of the same waist trainer style. Stephanie J. says, “I wear my corset 4-5 times a week as it gets pretty hot in LA (for at least 8 hours). I’ve seen noticeable changes on my back, I’ve lost weight and I’ve had some sagging skin on my back area that has smoothed out. My waist is also more of an hourglass shape. Shop her style

Are you ready to see the results of waist training? Shop Her Style When you’re ready to lace up, speak to our dedicated sizing team. Available 7 days a week, they can walk you through everything from choosing your best waist training corset to learning how waist training works and more. Have you seen results from waist training? Share your story! We’d love to hear about your waist training experiences and inspire others with your amazing results!

Briana boosts her confidence Before: 28″ waist After 8 months: 21″ waist Corset in CS-345 with snaps Briana wears a Black Cotton Romantic Curve Underbust Corset (CS-345 with snaps) Briana’s CS-345 Hybrid works with a variety of body types . It extends lower in the front and higher in the back for excellent coverage. The higher back in this style of corset helps smooth out any unwanted arching in your back that you may experience while wearing a corset. Briana S. says: “When I first got my corset, I could hardly tighten the laces. It’s a size 18 corset. After a few weeks I was able to gradually tighten it. I used to weigh about 160. Now I weigh between 145 and 150 pounds. I’m almost able to close my corset now, but not quite. I’ll be there soon though and I can’t wait. My corset gives me confidence, self esteem and encourages me to eat better and exercise! Love it!” Shop her style

DeVonda Highlights Her Hourglass Before: 36″ Waist After 5 Months: 34″ Waist Corset in CS-411 Standard in Satin DeVonda Hides in a Romantic Curve Underbust Corset in Satin (CS-411 Standard) Smooth satin is one of the best corset fabrics to go unnoticed Wear under clothing. DeVonda wears them with jeans and a relaxed tee for clean curves. DeVonda W. says: “I wear it all day when I’m at work, so about 40 hours a week. I wear it whenever I can without sucking in, so about every other week.” Shop her style

Savannah Finds Her Feminine Curves Before: 32″ waist After: 28″ waist Corset in CS-426 Standard in Pink Mesh Savannah wears an Hourglass Curve Underbust Corset in Mesh (CS-426 standard) Mesh is a corset favorite by Orchard for warmth days. In ultra-feminine pink, it also adds a fun pop of color to Savannah’s dark floral dress. The importance of Savannah’s sound advice on waist training can’t be overstated! We encourage you to follow their lead and enjoy every stage of your waist training journey. Savannah J. says, “I would say I do 5 days a week and anywhere from 3 to 8 hours. Take it slow and use waist training to get inspired. The corset can be a little piece of self-love and fun in femininity that you can lacing into everyday life. You are beautiful without/before, during with and without the corset and after you achieve your goals.” Shop her style

Marisa sees quick results Before: 29″ waist After 4 months: 26″ waist Corset in CS-426 standard Marisa wears an Hourglass Curve underbust corset in black satin (CS-426 standard) Marisa’s regular waist training helped her shorten her waist by 3 inches and accentuate your curves in just a few months. Their black satin CS-426 is a versatile choice that can be worn under clothing and also looks great as an outer layer! Marisa G. says, “I’ve been wearing corsets for a few years, but I only got serious about waist training about 4 months ago. I wear my corset 8-16 hours a day. Also, I sleep in a 4 nights a week. My ultimate goal is a 23 inch waist. Shop her style

Morgan flattens her tummy in just 1 month Before: 26″ waist After 1 month: 24″ waist Corset in CS-411 standard Morgan wears a black satin underbust corset with a romantic curve (CS-411 standard). This waist trainer has helped Morgan flatten and compress her tummy in just over a month, smooth her side view and create a beautiful natural curve from the front. Morgan V. says, “I wear my corset at least four times a week for about 3-6 hours at a time. I’d say take it slow and wear your corset when you feel like it’s best because you’ll see improvements even if you don’t rush it.” Shop her style

Jessica trains her waist while losing weight Before: 49″ waist after 7 months: 43″ waist Corset in CS-426 Longline with Waistbands Jessica wears an hourglass curve corset with waistbands (CS-426 Longline) As she loses weight, Jessica keeps her shape through waist training adjusted to a curvy hourglass. Her black-on-black cotton corset and dress combo is an elegant and subtle way to wear a corset over clothing. Jessica A. says, “I typically lace up five days a week after work. From the time I get home to bedtime it’s about 5 hours. At first I was very inconsistent with my waist training. For the past few months, I’ve made it my daily routine to put on my corset after work at night and work out until bed. It was precisely this consistency that made a big difference! I’m also losing weight with a healthy diet, but waist training has changed me Usually “apple” deforms dramatically since I’ve lost weight! My advice would be: be consistent whatever your life is going on, don’t give up and have fun!” Shop her style

How fast can I see results? Waist training is a safe and effective way to sculpt your waist and accentuate an hourglass figure when done correctly. You’ll immediately notice real results like improved posture and a boost in confidence. It takes a little longer to see the results of physical waist training, but with dedication, persistence, and persistence, you could start seeing physical changes in just a month, like our client Morgan! While there’s no way to know how quickly someone will get noticeable results from waist training, there are some things you can do to make it more likely that you’ll see results faster. Wearing a corset as often and for as long as you can comfortably wear it is the quickest way to see waist training results. Some people find that they see results just by wearing their corsets for a handful of hours a day, a few days a week!

Dawn goes from cosplay to waist reduction Before: 40″ waist After 1 year: 37″ waist Corseted in CS-201 Satin Waspie Dawn hides in an Hourglass Curve Underbust Waspie Corset (CS-201) With a cropped silhouette, a Waspie offers comfort and mobility that’s perfect for everyday waist training. Dawn perfectly conceals her corset with high-waisted denim shorts and a structured bodice. Dawn C. says, “My first ‘real’ corset was the CS-201 Waspie. I bought it during the Black Friday sale. I use it mostly for cosplays and occasionally for heavy gas. I’m mostly a stealth porter. I wear 4 days a week for at least 8 hours. Start slow, don’t expect overnight results, and never exceed your personal comfort level. Slow and steady wins the race.” Shop her style

Blair shrinks with her waist trainers Before: 29″ waist After 2 years: 21″ waist Corset in CS-426 Longline Blair wears a Satin Hourglass Curve Underbust Corset (CS-426 Longline) The longer length of this corset provides full coverage and extreme curves for bodies with extra natural curves and more experienced waist trainers like Blair. Blair C. says “I lost about 8″ without a corset and have worn 3 different sizes of corsets. I’m wearing an 18 inch corset now! I love wearing corsets and seeing my waist shrink, it really works!” Shop her style

Emmaleen recommends an ideal fit Before: 31″ waist After: 26″ waist Lace Corset CS-201 Emmaleen wears a Hourglass Curve Waspie Lace Corset (CS-201) The feminine, lightweight lace and shorter silhouette of the CS-201 ensure weightless waist training that is particularly breathable. It also looks stunning when teamed with Emmaleen’s bright swimwear and light hair! Emmaleen C. says, “I wear my Orchard brace 4/5 days a week for about 6-8 hours a day. I’d say I’ll stick with an underbust as it leaves freedom for bras/tops. Of course, diet and exercise play a role in physique, but a well-fitting corset that you actually wear plays a big part in success. Shop her style

Waist training helped Eryn lose weight Before: 35″ waist After 1 year: 31″ waist Corset in CS-426 Standard Eryn stealthily in an Hourglass Curve Underbust Corset (CS-426 Standard) The CS-426 style is perfect for those with extra natural curves and more experienced waist trainers. Eryn wears it under a patterned shirt that perfectly conceals her corset and lets her curves show through! Eryn used our waist training advice to eat smaller and more frequent meals throughout the day to make waist training more enjoyable. Eryn S. says, “Learning how to bend forward was probably the hardest part of waist training. After wearing the corset for more than 9 hours a day for about a month, I started to see a change in my shape. After 6 months I noticed a decrease in my belly fat and increase in my hourglass shape outside of the corset. At 12 months I have a nicely defined hourglass waist outside of the corset. Learning not to overeat while wearing the corset was also a big change for me . My meals were broken down into several smaller meals throughout the day. I’ve lost 15 pounds and I’m happier than ever.” Shop her style

How long should I wear my corset? As long as you listen to your body and don’t feel any pain, you can wear your corset as often and for as long as you like, but we recommend taking at least an hour off each day. You will find that the more you wear your waist training corset, the tighter you can tighten it. This is a sign that you are training your waist to get smaller. If you want to start waist training but are concerned that you won’t have time to wear a corset on a daily basis, sleeping in your corset is a great way to do waist training for a longer period of time without interfering with your daily life. We recommend that you season your corset first and take short naps in your corset to get used to sleeping and lying in your corset before sleeping in it all night. As a waist training tip, we recommend tucking a pillow under your lower back to provide some support when sleeping in your corset. Your lower back naturally curves, and your corset can only straighten it a touch too much when lying down. Many of the clients featured on this page spent hours sleeping in their corsets to achieve their waist training results.

Jackie shines in her Waspie Before: 39″ waist After: 35″ waist PVC Corset CS-201 Jackie wears a red PVC-Vinyl Underbust Waspie Corset (CS-201) Comfort so much, Jackie even sleeps in hers ! One of the best kept waist training secrets is sleeping in the corset. If you steal those long stretches of your time when you’re resting, your waist training can speed up even more. Jackie D. says, “My waist measurement at the beginning of my journey was 39 inches. My favorite corset style at the moment is the CS 201 in PVC, although the same corset in satin comes a close second!! I’ve recently started lacing I sleep. I lace about an inch to an inch looser than I do during the day and prefer a wasp style as I’m an active sleeper. I’m a big advocate of listening to your body!! If you must, loosen (or tighten) or remove! I currently measure at 35 inches without the corset.” Shop her style

How does waist training work? Combining your waist training program with a diet and exercise program is a great way to improve your waist training results. Waist training alone may not affect your soft tissues or burn fat in problem areas, but you can train your bottom two ribs to pull at your waist and give you an hourglass figure. Waist training pulls in the natural waistline at the base of the rib cage, much like a brace. Diet and exercise act on the soft tissues that are on the rib cage. When you combine your waist training program with a diet and exercise program, you can see even more results as you draw in the waist line at the rib cage and also shape the soft tissue that sits on top of the rib cage. However, you can still see great waist toning results without diet and exercise, as some of our featured clients have experienced! Visit our Ultimate Guide to Waist Training in 2020 page for more information. While a corset won’t directly make you lose weight, some people find that a corset acts a bit like an external pelvic band while laced up. You may find that eating many meals throughout the day with smaller portions is more convenient than the traditional corset of 3 large meals in a day. As a bonus, some people find that waist training allows them to eat more mindfully because they listen to their body more and even lose a few pounds that way!

Bree shows curves while maintaining her waist Before: 30″ waist After 6 months: 30″ waist Corset in CS-426 Longline with Waist Ties Bree wears an Hourglass Curve Longline Underbust Corset with Waist Ties (CS-426 Longline) in black cotton As Bree has Gained during waist training, her silhouette has become more curvaceous while her natural waist has remained the same. The trendy bands offer additional space for your curves! Bree enjoys one of the often-forgotten aspects of waist training: improved posture at your 9-5 desk job! Instead of slumping at her keyboard at 3:00 PM as usual, Bree is able to maintain her strong posture. Bree B. says, “I’m not a die-hard waist trainer, but working on the computer has helped me maintain proper posture throughout the day. I’ve actually gained 15 pounds since I started and lace tighter than I could before I started and have maintained the same measurements I had before I started. I’m pretty addicted! (In the pictures you can see how drastic curves can get after they start to get muddy.) “Shop Her Style

Corseting also helps Vivianne relieve social anxiety Before: 31″ waist After: 27” waist Corset in CS-426 Longline Vivianne wears an hourglass curve underbust corset (CS-426 Longline) The longer silhouette provides greater back coverage and accommodates Vivianne’s accents on hourglass shape. Many people find that wearing a corset can help alleviate feelings of anxiety because a corset creates a hug-like feeling while also exercising your waistline. Vivianne A. says, “I’ve gained about 20 pounds in the last year, but my waist is still smaller and more defined since I started waist training two years ago! I used to be a lot more ‘pillary’, with love handles. I wear my corset less in the summer due to my heat intolerance, but even then it’s maybe at least 4 days a week, common is 6-7 days a week and 8-16 hours a day, depending by days and activities. Waist training is addictive! I own so many corsets, most of them OC, and I still want/need more! I do it mainly to relieve my social anxiety; my corsets really are “an armor between me and the world”, they stabilize me and keep my nervous belly growling in check. But I’ve always been drawn to the beauty of corset outfits and how great they look has given me a confidence never had before. All this started with my first corset, a plain black cotton CS-201 I bought 2 years ago! :)” Shop Her Style

Nancy reduces her waist dramatically Before: 30″ waist After 1 year: 24″ waist Corset: 20″ in CS-305 Nancy wears a Modern Curve Underbust Waspie Corset (CS-305). By wearing her corset regularly, Nancy has reduced her size Natural waist an impressive 6″ in just over a year. She also has some important waist training advice for all waist training beginners – don’t train in your corset! See all ours. Nancy I says, “I’m planning on almost started a year ago (waist training). I had a 30 inch waist and had problems with love handles. Then I discovered waist training. I wear my corset every day from morning until bedtime. Mine is understated and I love the silhouette it gives me. I’ve been able to walk around school and work while wearing it, although NOT using it during training… you’ll ruin the corset. The more you wear it, the better the results. You must have patience and dedication. If you want real results you are not going to happen overnight. I lost 6 inches. I have a 24″ waist and currently wear a 20″ corset. Hard work pays off.” Shop her style

Jessica shows curve to her slim silhouette Before: 24.5″ waist After 3.5 months: 23.5″ waist Corset in CS-426 Longline Jessica wears an Hourglass Curve Underbust Corset (CS-426 Longline) Jessica has a naturally long bust , slimmer silhouette, but she’s still been able to train her waist into a more defined curve shape in just a few months. Jessica A. says, “I started waist training for just 4 hours a day for the first month. I’ve also slept in my corset for the past few months. It took about two months before I could really see some changes to my body.” Shop her style

Anna improves her posture Before: 28″ waist After 1 year: 25″ waist Corset in CS-411 Standard Anna wears a Romantic Curve Waspie Corset (CS-411) in a beautiful floral brocade fabric. She started her waist training journey by sleeping in her corset and had great success! Anna E. says: “In the beginning, sleeping with the corset was the easiest. By doing this every other night, I felt like I was getting better posture. and by paying a little attention to my diet, I began to see promising results. I quickly closed my corset (size 22)! Now I wear it every now and then for support while I decide which corset to pick up next.” Shop her style

Interested in slimming your curves? Learn more about waist training and corsets in our corset library series on getting started with waist training, which will give you all the essential details for success! The ultimate waist training guide

How do I track my waist training results? Take well-lit photos. We encourage you to take photos before you start wearing your corset, as well as weekly progress photos in and out of your corset. You’ll love watching your progress week after week! Keep a diary. Whether you jot down your natural measurements in a paper notebook or in a notepad on your phone, you’ll be so thankful you took these. For the most accurate measurements, we recommend using a soft cloth tape measure. Many people also want to take their measurements at the same time each time they measure. Ignore the scale. The way you feel in and out of your corset is what matters most. To track your progress, look at your photos and waist training diary for the most accurate measurement of your results.

How long does it take to get an hourglass body shape?

Very sexy and alluring, the hourglass body shape is the most desirable silhouette for a woman. The hourglass body isn’t a question of weight or its excessive thickness; it depends on the harmony of proportions. Because of this, there are many celebrities who are not exactly at their ideal weight, but still have a body that is envied and desired by millions of people around the world. Curves are sexy and they always will be sexy no matter what mainstream media tries to convince women. But losing weight is easier and doable compared to changing body shape. There are millions of products out there to help you lose weight, but none that will give you that hourglass body shape. However, there is a solution for women who want to improve the shape of their bodies and get those curves we all crave. The solution is an hourglass method.

There are several hourglass procedures that can be performed, but for women who have had multiple pregnancies or have experienced significant weight loss, an hourglass tummy tuck could be the right surgical plan. Hourglass hip surgery is also in demand as it is the only viable solution to add volume to very narrow hips.

Both hourglass tummy tuck and hourglass hip surgery involve liposuction and fat transfer to the hips. This means that fat is collected from the midline to narrow the waist and transferred to the hips where more volume is needed. Between liposuction and fat transfer, the fat has to go through a complex purification process that yields only healthy and pure fat cells to be transplanted into the hips. The cleansing process needs to get rid of the blood, damaged fat cells, and other impurities. By using only high quality fat cells, we ensure a higher survival rate after transplantation.

Not all transplanted fat cells will manage to survive in the hip. Over the course of a few months, the body reabsorbs around 30% of the transferred fat. This means that it can take up to three months before the final results are visible. However, if the hourglass tummy tuck is performed with the goal of helping the patient achieve a beautiful silhouette, the process may take longer. A tummy tuck involves an incision in the lower part of the abdomen, and the scarring process for this incision can take up to nine months or more, depending on the patient. This means that it can take six to nine months for the result to appear, but in general the patient can enjoy a beautiful silhouette after the first three months.

So how long does it take to get an hourglass body shape? In short, it takes about 4 hours or more to undergo the procedure, about two weeks off work for the recovery process, and another three months to see the final results.