Speaking to Antonia about our greatest passions including art, beauty, and creativity, the ABC’s as she calls…

I lined the entire corset with 100% horsehair fabric to help add stability and body. I finished both the top…

I hand glued individual silver Swarovski crystals in groups of 5 per goose feather to add a bit of shine and…

I would like to take this time to congratulate my client on her marriage and to thank her for hiring me to…

For a head-turning wow factor, and to make the back of the corset stand out just as much as the front, I…

Having a mock-up ready to go also gave her an idea of how it would feel to wear a Champagne corset. If she…

Congratulations to my amazing client who is getting married in June and trusted me with her vision to make…

This corset was made with a beautiful gray and pink embroidered floral lace over a gray satin fabric. The…

I wanted to create a representation of a denim jacket and so I spiced it up with all the classic details…

I was so excited when I found a beautiful, luxury, brocade fabric with a navy blue and gold, floral design...

My bridal corset was a labor of love. My corset accentuated the hourglass figure and made me feel my most…

The back of this Day of the Dead corset is made with a gold, metallic thread woven into the navy denim fabric…

Nayani has been modeling for Champagne Corsets for many years and when I found out that she’d be moving to…

I kept the design of this corset simple and focused on the overall fit. I used a total of 30 bones, which is…

This year I celebrated my birthday at The Pierre, one of New York City’s most lavish Fifth Avenue hotels…

Animal prints are both timeless and ever-evolving and always the winning print for its “goes-with-anything”…

During my presentation, I talked all about my fashion journey from winning the Intimate Apparel Award in my…

Rather, here’s an idea for the conference room or cocktail hour: The Blazet. It’s a new kind of power…

I layered it with a faux leather jacket to keep me warm when the sun went down. All I needed now was a pair…

Over hundreds of years, the bodice, which was initially simply a waist cincher and support, evolved into the…

I always have a story in mind when creating each corset. Photoshoots allow me to bring this vision to life.…

Featuring rich faux leather construction and velvet details, this corset is an easy layering piece for a…

Before I close the chapter of this year and start setting new goals for next year, I’m taking the time to…

Whether your home state has already canceled the traditional trick-or-treating, or restricted other…

Marie Antoinette was all about extravagance and embracing her femininity through florals, damask, velvets,…

This abstract print is so elegant and sophisticated that I decided to combine it with an exotic and enticing…

Posture is one of the first criteria many people instinctively use to judge one another. How you hold…

Choosing the perfect fabric for your custom-made corset can be tough in a world where there seem to be…

Leave it to me to bring a little Christmas throwback in the middle of summer because what can be better than…

I want to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to YOU - my readers, subscribers, followers, and…

Although learning a new language can be very daunting, it is also extremely fun because it will enhance you…

The wellbeing of our community is paramount and as we adjust to this new normal and settle in while we…

I am here to help you develop and revamp your own personal style by introducing corsets into your rotation of…

While I was in Paris, I visited the Musée Yves Saint Laurent. Within this 450 square foot chic museum, I…

To some, it’s that thing you want to wear to relieve your back of stresses and strains. It’s that thing you…

Season after season, trends come and go and sometimes come and go again, but there are some things that never…

A custom corset is a piece of wearable art constructed to fit your body’s measurements. I create original…

Custom made means you are able to bring out your individuality through the color, design, shape, fabric,…

You'll be beaming with confidence as you turn heads with a custom Champagne Corset at your next event. A…

The best-known property on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach is the Villa Casa Casuarina, better known as the…

Once upon a time in a faraway land, a princess is born with magical powers that give her the ability to…

When your posture is good, you are less likely to suffer from back pain. Wearing a corset helps with aching…

It’s no surprise as to why we’re seeing so many love hearts outside of Valentine’s Day as the rising…

Vacations are a much-needed, well-deserved break from life at work and at home. It is a time to unwind, to…

With stunning blonde beaches, wind-sculpted desert landscapes and miles of azure waters I understand why…

Historical clothing and costuming are subjects that are littered with misconceptions, fables, myths and lies.…

Although corsets and bustiers look similar to the untrained eye, they are completely different garments,…

This is probably one of the questions I get asked the most and my answer is always the same – whichever YOU…

Body language affects how others perceive us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. We express power…

Hey, hoops fans: are you in the mood to play a little ball or cheer on your favorite team to victory from the…

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Many people seem to have something about her or his body they would wish to hide, to cover, or at least…

Over the years I have gotten many questions about corsetry, why I wear corsets and what the hype is all…

Does anyone else prefer staying in on Valentine’s Day rather than going out to some fancy restaurant where…

A corset can affect one’s positive self-image, confidence and interaction with others. When you feel…

I am kicking off 2019 in my winning game-day corset since Super Bowl LIII is less than one month away! Being…

Since antiquity, religious beliefs and practices have inspired many of the world's greatest works of art.…

The most wonderful time of the year is upon us! Ideally the holidays would be all about popping champagne…

Playa del Carmen is a charming, funky, cosmopolitan, seaside town in the Riviera Maya with beautiful white…

Palm-lined beaches, coral reefs, blocks of shops, restaurants and nightspots ranging from laid-back bars to…

Textures, prints, masculine and feminine touches come together in earthy, autumnal colors for a look brimming…

Over hundreds of years, the bodice, which was initially simply a waist cincher and support, evolved into the…

Marvel’s great red, white, and blue freedom fighter and evil smasher has captured the imagination, not only…

As Halloween creeps closer, there’s an undeniable excitement for all things mischievous, mysterious and dark.…

My vivid black and red cherry blossom printed corset is a bit dramatic and oh so romantic. A…

Blush tones and feminine details are here to stay! Undoubtedly a statement piece, my corset breathes a sweet…

Collinsville is a historic village in New England and located along the banks of the Farmington River in…

One of the most recognizable locations in Central Park and New York City is the Bethesda Fountain with the…

One year ago I launched a brand new blog called “How to Wear Corsets in Real Life.” It is very important for…

In celebration of my birthday in early June, I spent the evening at The Plaza Hotel’s Rose Club in New York…

One of the things I loved most about growing up in New England was when my parents used to take my siblings…

Have you ever felt the need to take a “me day” to rejuvenate your spirit, release tension and simply unwind?…

Enter the season in full bloom in our Multicolor Tropical Floral Lace Champagne Corset. A must-have for the…

Don’t you just love tilting back, kicking up your feet and sinking into the premium comfort of power…

The bridal gown is one of the most important dresses a woman will wear and as a designer, creating the dress…

This time of year is tricky when getting dressed. The weather in New England is so unpredictable I don’t…

Get all the details and updates from Stella's exclusive interview with Innovation Destination Hartford.…

My design studio has moved! We are now located in Prospect, CT, where we meet with our clients by…

I spent an afternoon at the aquarium and was able to get close to the most beautiful animals in the sea. With…

Now that winter is officially behind us and spring is here who else is looking to transition their wardrobe…

Expressing myself to the world through my personal style is what being a Fashion Designer means to me.…

Classically confident and irresistibly sensual, this lipstick red plush velvet corset is all I need to make…

Whether you’re single or taken, if you have a special Valentine’s Day date, or if you’re planning a…

Saturday night there was a dinner gala with the option to wear a corset and get as dressed up, or not so…

Imagine a weekend traveling to Oxford, England where Corset Makers from around the world gather, share…

I can’t believe we’re at the start of a new year once again! Over the past few weeks I have really reflected…

The Holidays are officially here! I have to admit, this really is my favorite time of the year from spending…

Over the past few months I have been doing extensive research on ready-to-wear corsets. I’ve sampled known…

In the blink of an eye fall is coming to an end and the winter season is fast approaching us. Before New…

Do you like to draw attention to your curves but still unsure about wearing a corset? Or perhaps you want to…

Surrounded by flowers in full bloom, the leaves on the trees changing colors slightly, and the temperature…

This month, The Lingerie Journal features Champagne Corsets and Designs and corsetiére Carol Stella with an…

Halloween is just around the corner and there's nothing more menacing then chains and skulls to get you in…

If you could choose a superhero, who would it be? What superpower do you prefer to have? Today, I need…

The end of summer when the days are sunny and best with white, and when the nights are cool and best with…

I wore this corset paired with green denim pants and tennis shoes for a very comfortable day at the farm. I…

One of the greatest things about waist training is portion control. So yes I can certainly eat all of my…

I’m taking MY handmade, couture corsets to the street. I hope to inspire you to make corsets an essential…

This February you can read about Champagne Corsets & Designs on inkct.com and in ink magazine.  The…

Stella gets a warm welcome back to her home town as Champagne Corsets comes to Connecticut. Carol Stella…

I have always worked toward owning, designing, and running my own couture fashion design business. In…

Proper care will extend the beauty and life of your corset. Natural oils, perfumes and deodorants will begin…

The parts of a Corset - Vol. I, Part 1 To have a basic understanding of corset owning, caring and designing,…

More and more women are embracing the idea that the corset does not have to be a piece of formal attire in…

The corset has more uses than you might think. Not just for women, fashion, art and style, not just for…

Our culture is finally beginning to respect and accept the Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Transgender community. Just…

The true origin of the corset is unclear, but the corset has been an important article of clothing for…

A corset is a garment worn to hold and train the torso into a desired shape for aesthetic or medical purposes…

Burlesque, cabaret and vaudeville, these performance arts have been a part of our lives for centuries and…

From stage and theatre to Halloween and costume parties and from ren faire to television and cinema, corsets…