How To Choose The Right Fabric For Your Corset

Coutil
Perhaps the oldest and the most popular fabric, coutil is a form of twill cotton that was created especially for corsetry. It is very strong and durable, has a tight weave that helps prevent poke throughs of boning, and is able to stand up to tension. Traditionally it has a herringbone pattern, but it comes in other forms such as brocade coutil and satin coutil, which is ideal for bridal corsets.
My Elizabethan Stay is made with the herringbone weave coutil and is hand-dyed.

Cotton
One of the most commonly used types of fabrics in the world, cotton is natural, soft, absorbent, and breathable. Cotton is one of the best fabrics for hot weather conditions.
You can’t go wrong with our Untamed Corset made in a timeless, cotton leopard print.

Satin
Beautifully shiny, glossy, slippery smooth, and has a lustrous appearance, satin fabric is very elegant and showcases pure luxury. I like to sew with higher-end satin fabrics that are thicker with a medium weight. Its stiffness creates durability that is perfect for hand beading and other detailing.
My Wrought Couture Corset is made with satin that is luminous and has an incredibly smooth hand.

Silk Brocade
Woven fabric with an elaborate embroidered surface design, silk brocade has a lustrous surface and sheen. The patterns are only visible on the face of the fabric.
The Japanese-inspired floral printed silk brocade I have used, made for a very smooth and sleek corset design.

Vegan/Faux Leather
Faux leather is a very durable fabric that will last a long time with the right care. It has a similar look and feel to genuine leather, but can withstand scratches and scrapes. Since faux leather does not retain moisture, it is not prone to cracks or peeling. It will not fade as easily and is stain resistant. It is easy to clean with simply the wipe of a damp cloth.
Take a look at my Medusa Corset that was made with three different types of faux leather and hand-painted artwork.

Velvet
The epitome of luxury, velvet is personally one of my favorite textiles because of how immensely soft it feels. Some velvet fabrics have a luminescent and rich sheen on the outside while others are backed by a canvas material on the inside, making it suitable and durable for waist-training purposes. Furthermore, some velvet fabrics resist stains and dirt, making them easy to maintain.
My versatile velvet corset can easily transition through the winter and summer seasons by styling it in so many different ways!

Let’s get started on a custom handmade corset of your own!  I am happy to answer any questions you may have.  Please comment below.

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