Lara Leather Corset Sizing Guidelines

Finding the right corset size is the first step to achieving both comfort and a beautiful silhouette. Unlike regular clothing, corsets are structured garments that shape and reduce the waist, so the size you choose should usually be smaller than your natural waist measurement.

Use this guide to select the right size for your body and purpose:

General Sizing Rule

  • If your natural waist is under 38", select a corset 4–6 inches smaller than your waist.
  • If your natural waist is over 38", select a corset 6–8 inches smaller than your waist.

Example: If your natural waist is 29", your ideal corset size will be 24".

Key Factors to Consider

1. Purpose of Wearing

  • Fashion or Light Back Support: Choose a corset 3–4 inches smaller than your waist for gentle shaping and comfort.
  • Waist Training or Dramatic Silhouette: Aim for 4–8 inches smaller (depending on your squish factor and experience).

2. Experience Level

  • First-Time Wearers: Start conservatively. Choose a size that gives you a comfortable reduction (closer to 3–4 inches). You can always size down in the future.
  • Experienced Corset Wearers: You may prefer more dramatic reductions since your body is already accustomed to corseting.

3. Torso Length

  • Short Torso: A shorter style corset (underbust or mid-hip) may fit best and feel more comfortable.
  • Long Torso or Fuller Figure: A longline corset offers more coverage and distributes shaping more evenly, making 6–8 inch reductions easier to wear.

4. Body Composition (“Squish Factor”)

  • Softer or curvier bodies: Can generally size down more since the waist compresses more easily.
  • Athletic or muscular bodies: Will not compress as much, so a smaller reduction is recommended (3–5 inches).

5. Overbust Corsets

For overbust corsets, bust size plays an important role. Make sure your bust, waist, and hip measurements align with the chart to ensure balanced support and comfort.

Lara Leather Corset Size Chart

Measurements below are for the corset fully closed (laced tight). Always compare your measurements with the chart to find the size that gives you your desired waist reduction.

Tips for the Perfect Fit

  • A corset should feel snug but not painful. You should be able to breathe and move comfortably.
  • It’s normal to have a 1–3 inch lacing gap at the back when first breaking in your corset.
  • Corsets require a break-in period (also called seasoning). Wear it for short periods at first and gradually tighten over time.
  • Always measure at your natural waist (the narrowest point, usually just above your belly button).
  • If you fall between sizes, choose the larger size for comfort, especially if you’re new to corseting.

Quick Rule of Thumb: Measure your natural waist → subtract 4–6 inches (or 6–8 inches for waists over 38") → find the closest waist size in our chart.