Samples, Gently Used Corsets & Merch

Last updated on March 4th, 2021 at 04:16 pm

On this page you will find corsets I have handmade, or corsets that I have previously purchased for review and now am trying to sell to clear up space. Each piece has an asking price, but we can negotiate up or down from there. Please email me for any questions or purchase.

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Although I won’t do alterations to make a completed corset fit your measurements, you can request to have other modifications made such as:

  • Exchanging flat steel boning or plastic boning with spiral steel ($20)
  • Adding trim or flossing (inquire for price)
  • Suspending/stiffening the modesty panel with bones is $20, or plastic canvas is $15.
  • Adding adjustable hip ties to a double-boned corset ($40)
  • Modifying an overbust into an underbust (inquire)
  • PLEASE NOTE THAT APART FROM THESE MODIFICATIONS OFFERED, ALL CORSETS ARE SOLD AS-IS AND ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

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ESTIMATED SHIPPING FEES

Disclaimer: I’m located in Canada. Shipping cost varies depending on whether you would like surface or air post, with or without tracking, and the size/weight of the corset(s). Underbusts will be closer to the lower end, overbusts to the higher end. Please email me with your country and postal/zip code if you’d like a more accurate estimate.

    • Canada:Xpresspost (4 days max with tracking) is between $10-$18
    • US: Air shipping (no tracking) takes 1-2 weeks, $16-$23.
      • Express (max 3-4 days, with tracking) is on average $25.
  • International: shipping overseas by air (2-3 weeks) is often $25-30 for underbusts and close to $45 for overbusts. If you’d like Express with tracking, please inquire.

 

In all cases, if I get to the post office and I find that the shipping is less than what you paid by over a dollar, I will ask if you’d like a refund of the difference.

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At this time I only accept Paypal for payment. Its policies protect both of us. I prefer payment in US funds, although if you live in Canada I may accept Canadian funds (please inquire; this depends on how strong the dollar is).

Payment plans/ multiple instalments: Note that there’s been a change in policy for payment plans: Due to non-serious customers wasting my time, I now require a 50% non-refundable downpayment on any purchased corset. All corsets must be paid in TWO instalments (50% downpayment, 50% 2nd payment), or THREE instalments (50% downpayment, then two other payments of 25% each). If you fail to answer emails or cannot make payment, your downpayment will not be refunded.

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ALL SALES ARE FINAL – IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE CORSETS, I WILL BE HAPPY TO PROVIDE CLOSE-UP PHOTOS.

 

Shop my Closet (Gently Used Dresses)

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Click the picture to see this dress in action.

“Honey” Red Poplin dress from Trashy Diva (the “twin” to this Ophelia dress by Lindy Bop). I am wearing the Lindy Bop in this photo for demonstration, but the Honey is nearly identical, save for a touch lighter red and one size smaller. See the review here.

The Honey dress still has the tag on – only tried on twice, before I realized how short the bodice is. HAS POCKETS!

Size 4: Bust up to 36″, waist up to 26″, hips free (circle skirt).

Your torso length, from shoulder to natural smallest waist (measured along the back) should not be more than 14.5 or 15 inches long. Your ribcage (underbust) circumference should not be more than 28 inches.

There are some faint anti-perspirant marks on the bottom of the armscye but it should come out in the wash.

Dress only, does not include petticoat, corset (worn underneath), etc.

REASON FOR SELLING: I have a long torso and fuller ribcage; cannot fit this dress.

PRICE: The dress was originally $108 USD. I ended up paying $148 after shipping to Canada and taxes/ border fees. I am asking $54 (half price).

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“Mansfield” dress from Trashy Diva, in olive green.

New with tags – only tried on twice, before I realized how short the bodice is.

This is made from a beautiful and soft heavyweight knit with plenty of stretch, except for right at the ribcage where I need the most space. Perfect warmth and color for autumn.

Size 2: Bust ~36″ (has stretch), waist up to 26″ (firm interfacing at the waistband), hips ~40″ (has stretch).

The length of the torso along the back, from the shoulder to where the firm waistband begins, is only about 13.5 inches. It is designed to fit a bit like an empire waist, but the waistband has zero stretch. Your ribcage should be 27 inches or less to comfortably zip closed this dress. The interfaced area of the waistband is 4 inches high.

Total length of this dress, from collar to hem, is about 35 inches.

REASON FOR SELLING: I have a long torso and fuller ribcage; cannot fit into this dress.

PRICE: The dress was originally $159 USD. I ended up paying $202 after shipping to Canada and taxes/ border fees. I am asking $80 (half price).

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serinde-outfit

“Oriental Princess” ensemble by Serindë, SIZE 24. See the review here. Modelled a few times, for a photo shoot and for my Youtube video.

Includes haltertop corset, matching full-length trumpet skirt, and lace shawl.

Corset: Ribcage 26″, Waist 24″, high hip 32″. Bust “free” (adjustable halter straps). I wore this corset with a V shaped lacing gap and it still looks nice.
Skirt: waistband 28″, front length 40″ (a little longer in the back due to train)
Lace shawl: 50″ long and 11″ wide.

REASON FOR SELLING: I don’t really have any event where this would be considered appropriate attire.

PRICE: The corset alone is normally worth ~$300 USD new. I’m asking $200 USD for the entire ensemble, plus shipping.  Please email me with your country and zip code if you’re interested in this piece, so I can calculate shipping!

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Other Corset-Related Merch:

Coming soon! Coutils, brocades, excess bones and busks to be added here in the near future. Email me if you want to know more.

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Postcards (blank or signed, your choice), $10 and FREE Worldwide shipping.
Please choose either “Pink Corset” or “Red Corset” and whether you’d like it signed on the back or kept blank. These are limited stock and will not be reprinted.

POSTCARD1 POSTCARD2

Postcard style:
Pink corset Portrait – not signed
Pink corset Portrait – SIGNED
Red corset sitting – not signed
Red corset sitting – SIGNED

69 thoughts on “Samples, Gently Used Corsets & Merch

  1. I just wrote you but found the receipt for the Casta Diva corset I want to sell. I bought it in 8/10 directly from Casta Diva, Inc. (paid $265 (paid a total of $284.50 with tax). So, according to what you say, it is considered VINTAGE because it is at least 10 years old. I never wore the corset. It is in EXCELLENT CONDITION HANDMADE Women’s Plus Size Casta Diva Victoria Model Purple and Gold Corset with Design, all on a Black Background. It has crisscross stitching in the front to keep it together. 41-inch Bodice with Stays All the Way Around. All Brocade on Front and Some in the Back with adjustable crisscross tie in front from top to bottom. Any ideas to sell this beautiful corset, whether it be through you or someone else, are greatly appreciated. Thanks very much!!

    1. Hi Phyllis, thanks for reaching out. I haven’t sold by consignment in many years, but I’d recommend the Facebook groups “Corsets For Sale” and “Corsets On Sale”. Even if you don’t join any FB buy/sell/trade groups, Facebook Marketplace is a viable option in general if you don’t mind ignoring/blocking the occasional creepy DM… Failing that, Ebay, Poshmark and DePop are also good platforms, but they take a percentage from your earnings.

  2. Hi Lucy or Customer Service for Lucy’s Corsets!
    I know Lucy you are a busy woman. I have watched some of your videos, put my never worn corset on Facebook Marketplace a couple of years ago, do not have strong sewing ability, and already contacted the company that made my corset, and they no use for second-hand corsets. Someone convinced me to buy a corset at the Renaissance Fair in NY State in around 2016. I paid about $285-295 (can’t remember exact amount). I bought it to use as an extra bra and added support. I never wore the corset. It is in EXCELLENT CONDITION HANDMADE Women’s Plus Size Casta Diva Victoria Model Purple and Gold Corset with Design, all on a Black Background. It has crisscross stitching in the front to keep it together. 41-inch Bodice with Stays All the Way Around. All Brocade on Front and Some in the Back. Adjustable tie in front from top to bottom. When I bought the corset, I was the equivalent to a size 44H bra and was wearing an Edith Lances 44XXPS size bra. I had a breast lift & reduction 2/5 years ago, am on a limited income, and REALLY want to sell this beautiful corset. Is this something that I can sell through you, or am I better off selling it somewhere on Craigslist or ebay? I tried to email Lucy directly, but I couldn’t obtain her email. I would love to send you some pics of my corset so you could better advise me. Thanks very much for your help!

  3. can you create a steel boned waist trainer corset vest with 24 steel bones and a modesty panel with lacing on the back.

    1. Hi Candace, I haven’t accepted custom commissions in about 8 years but if you’d like a corset vest, I recommend checking out this page here where you can discover some corsetieres who do take commissions for corset vests.

  4. hi, i was wondering what if i bought a corset i loved dearly in great shape but i had lost weight and its completely closed is there any way to tighten the corset again or shorten the waist so that i can continue to use it to train my waist smaller?

    1. Hi April, it is usually more trouble than it’s worth to take in a too-big corset – I discuss the reasons why in this article on when to alter your corset or let it go.
      However I’ve shortened a few corsets before, and it’s not too bad – it took quite a few hours, and I had all the tools and equipment needed to do it, which made the process easier. I show the process from start to finish in this video!

  5. I am 55 years old and I have osteoporosis. I am four feet eleven inches. Is it safe to wear a corset that is for gentle waist reduction of less than five inches.

    1. Hi Mona, I would get the green light from your doctor before going forward! They will be able to let you know how much your osteoporosis has progressed, and whether they would recommend a mild waist reduction, round rib, conical rib, etc depending on your situation.

  6. I’d love 2 copies of the red and 2 copies the pink post cards signed on the front, problem is the button doesn’t work for me:( I have Paypal. Please email when you have time.
    Love your work.

    1. Hi Nikita, thanks for your comment! I’ve just sent you an email. :) Speak with you soon!

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