Corset Dresses

Last updated on September 3rd, 2021 at 07:31 pm

Beyoncé Knowles in a Thierry Mugler gold corset dress
Beyoncé Knowles in a Thierry Mugler gold corset dress

Corset dresses are highly specialized garments, which can be used for foundation under other dresses (such as those that Puimond provides for other designers to “build upon”), for weddings, or for clubbing / other fun events. They can act like combination shapewear, supporting the bustline and allowing the use of strapless dresses overtop (rather than using a strapless bra), cinching in the waist (instead of using a cincher), and smoothing over the hips (in lieu of a girdle).

Searching “corset dresses” on Google tends to yield poor results because many clothing lines simply offer dresses with plastic boned bodices, or corsets and skirts as separate pieces. Genuine corset dresses are not always easy to find, but they come in several variations which I’ll try to cover in this gallery.

*Corset makers, if you have made a corset dress and would like your work showcased in this gallery, please email me a photo of your best work and include a 1-sentence description and website or shop URL. Safe-for-work photos are preferred! Thank you!

 

Laced Creations Corset Dress (model and maker: Kitty Mortsensen)

 

A bride in Morùa Designs (who works in both the US and UK) shows off the back of her stunning corset wedding dress.

 

Alice Corsets Corset Dress with and without the cape

 

This floor length dress is boned down and laced to the knee, and expertly sculpted in true Bizarre Design fashion (Netherlands). Model: Dena Massque. Photo: Me-Chiel.
This floor length dress is boned down and laced to the knee, and expertly sculpted in true Bizarre Design fashion (Netherlands). Model: Dena Massque. Photo: Me-Chiel.

 

Vanyanis “Celeste” Corset Dress

 

This gorgeous plunge corset dress embellished with lace and crystals was designed by Viola Lahger (Sweden). Model: Insanitea Photo: Josephine Jonsson.
This gorgeous plunge corset dress embellished with lace and crystals was designed by Viola Lahger (Sweden). Model: Insanitea Photo: Josephine Jonsson.

 

Wild Hunt Corsetry Corset Dress (Model: Ludie Senatus)

 

Crimson Rose Corsetry and Couture Corset Dress (modeled by the corsetiere)

 

Skeletons in the Closet Clothing and Corsetry “Jessica Rabbit” inspired corset gown

 

This floor-length corset gown by Royal Black (Austria) laces to the knee and is cut for serious curves. Model/styling: Červená Fox, Photo: Julian M Kilsby (ShadowFlux)
This floor-length corset gown by Royal Black (Austria) laces to the knee and is cut for serious curves. Model/styling: Červená Fox, Photo: Julian M Kilsby (ShadowFlux)

 

Armando Gabriel Couture Corsetry Corset Dress

 

Bibian Blue: “Opera” Corset Dress, €280

 

KMKDesigns Located in MN, can make custom corset dresses to order in many styles, this mermaid style corset dress is made from blue silk with hand stitched lace and rhinestones.
KMKDesigns, located in MN, can make custom corset dresses to order in many styles; this mermaid style corset dress is made from blue silk with hand stitched lace and rhinestones.

 

Innova Corsetry Corset Dress (model: Aleyda Ortiz)

 

Silver Rose Corsetry Corset Dress

 

Eternal Spirits Bridal Corset Gown

 

Puimond (USA) makes awe-inspiring corset dresses, ranging from simple and sleek to highly customized like this ensemble estimated at $10,000.

 

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The Swallowtail Corset Dress by The Bad Button (USA) features a fully corseted form from shoulders to hips, while freefloating layers of silk gauze create the illusion of a wings when walking. Model: Samantha Jean Moore. Photo: Aesthetic Aperture

 

Corset mini-dress by Glamorous Corset, offered in PVC, Satin, or Leather (price starts at $129 USD)

 

This sweet and lovely Lolita underbust corset dress features a full skirt to accommodate a blouse and petticoat underneath. By Skeletons in the Closet Corsetry (Netherlands).
This sweet and lovely Lolita underbust corset dress features a full skirt to accommodate a blouse and petticoat underneath. By Skeletons in the Closet Corsetry (Netherlands).

 

Curvitude Corsetry (UK) Corset Dress made for the Oxford Conference of Corsetry

 

"The Love Warrior", designed by Maison Moginot (France) with help from Mr. Pearl, is dripping with jewels. Model: Amanda Lepore
“The Love Warrior”, designed by Maison Moginot (France) with help from Mr. Pearl, is dripping with jewels. Model: Amanda Lepore

 

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This audio-sensitive fiber optic dress lights up when the music gets loud! Designed by Rachael Reichert in NY, USA.

 

Karolina Laskowska (Norway) “Auriga” Corset Dress, Photography- J. Tuliniemi, MUA- Anitka Kwiat

 

Contessa Gothique Design recently shared this radiant plunge, full-skirted corset dress - those curious to make their own can also read her 2-part tutorial on Foundations Revealed.
Contessa Gothique Design recently shared this radiant plunge, full-skirted corset dress – those curious to make their own can also read her 2-part tutorial on Foundations Revealed.

 

Stunning lattice-embellished corset dress made by Lace Embrace (Canada)

 

Designer Maya Hansen (Spain) always includes at least one corset dress in her collections. This one is from the Spring 2013 collection.

 

Dark Garden Unique Corsetry Corset Dress, available in mini-length, above-the-knee length, or ankle-length for the full hobble skirt effect.

 

Red sweetheart corset dress with black lace appliqué, a custom design by Sweet Carousel Corsetry (Canada).

 

Scoundrelle’s Keep has four different styles of corset dresses, including overbust or underbust, long skirt or short. Currently shown is the Evangeline corset dress for $500.

 

While not likely available for purchase, I cannot complete a gallery of corset dresses without this piece by Ziad Ghanem (modelled by Immodesty Blaize, Fall 2010)
While not likely available for purchase, I cannot complete a gallery of corset dresses without this piece co-designed by Ziad Ghanem, made by Ian Frazer Wallace and modelled by Immodesty Blaize (Fall 2010)

 

This Jessica Rabbit inspired mini corset dress was designed by Orchid Corsetry (UK). Model: Miss Anne Thropy. Photo: Damona Art.
This Jessica Rabbit inspired mini corset dress was designed by Orchid Corsetry (UK). Model: Miss Anne Thropy. Photo: Damona Art.

 

Atelier Sylphe (France) made this lovely zippered and ruffled creative corset dress, modelled by her client (Virginie).
Atelier Sylphe (France) made this lovely zippered and ruffled creative corset dress, modelled by her client (Virginie). She offers samples in her Etsy shop.

 

Ryan LaRue of House of 1000 corsets created this floor length ruby corset dress covered in lush black lace.
Ryan LaRue of House of 1000 corsets created this floor length ruby corset dress covered in lush black lace. Now offering the option to rent these beautiful ensembles!

 

Vollers Corsets carries a few different corset dress styles, but my current favorite is this custom Veco floor length dress for £950.

~Honorable Mentions~

The following corset makers have left the community/retired, or are otherwise on indefinite hiatus.

Sparklewren “hobble” style corset dress in dove-grey coutil, with a fur stole.

 

This stunning corset dress with sheer fluted skirt by Persephone Corsetry (UK) won the Young Designer Award in 2014. Photo: Stuart McClay. MUA: SC Makeup. Model: Michaela Crompton
This stunning corset dress with sheer fluted skirt by Persephone Corsetry (UK) won the Young Designer Award in 2014. Photo: Stuart McClay. MUA: SC Makeup. Model: Michaela Crompton

 

*Please note that I have not personally tried every corset brand in this list, nor do I necessarily endorse every company on this list. This is for informational purposes only. Please contact the individual corsetieres for more information about their corset dresses and gowns. Tiddly links are Etsy affiliate links which help keep these galleries online and free to use for everyone.

15 thoughts on “Corset Dresses”

  1. Pam

    Looking for full body trainer. For thighs, lower tummy and arms.

    Who would you recommend to create this. I am a size 18US looking to train thighs arms and waist (lower tummy).

    I see the corsette dresses. Looking for something I can where 22 hours daily. Until I lose the Inches.

    corsette dress I can sleep in for the extreme hourglass figure.

    Pam

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    1. Lucy

      Hi Pam, unfortunately the arms and legs cannot be compressed smaller the same way the waist does with corsets – it will only cut off circulation to your limbs and cause issues.

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  2. Pam

    I would like to train my lower tummy without surgery will a corset trainer do this? What is the time frame to see results

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    1. Lucy

      Hi Pam, unfortunately there is no set amount of time that will guarantee when you’ll see results – but most people, if they’re diligent and also change other areas of their lifestyle, do start to see changes within 3-6 months. I have a video and article about it here.

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  3. Carlile

    i am in love with the Victorian era! Everything about it is amazing (the waists, dresses, houses, etc) and this list really is what i am looking for! And the corsets on this site as well! I am naturally curvy already but love showing it off so these lists really helped me with that. Thank you!

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  4. Miss-Miasma Brandy

    Hey Lucy I wanted to throw in Scoundrelle’s Keep for the list since there are several corset dresses listed on their site
    http://www.scoundrelleskeep.com/corset-dresses.html

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    1. bishonenrancher

      Thanks! I just added Scoundrelle’s Keep to the gallery. :)

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  5. etMoi

    Check out Paula Fernandes, a singer from Brazil who loves corset dresses:
    http://www.achochic.net/2012/09/paula-fernandes-looks.html

    That gold one is insane, and I reeeeally want to know who makes them. Any Brazilian readers out there who might know??

    She also wears regular corsets, both over and under her clothes.
    http://fmanha.com.br/blogs/michellemayrink/2011/11/12/grammy-paula-fernandes-supersexy-e-outros-looks/

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  6. Serindë

    I don’t consider the Beyoncé one as corset dress: it looks more like a long-line corset, with heavy embellishment that make it look like a mini-dress.
    You can also find interesting corset dresses in Atelier Sylphe’s work, like this one: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=286879121345828&set=a.201623196538088.48467.201133883253686&type=3&src=https%3A%2F%2Ffbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net%2Fhphotos-ak-prn1%2Ft31.0-8%2F334346_286879121345828_172610500_o.jpg&smallsrc=https%3A%2F%2Ffbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net%2Fhphotos-ak-frc3%2Ft1.0-9%2F391084_286879121345828_172610500_n.jpg&size=1536%2C2048
    and that one: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=201626373204437&set=a.201623196538088.48467.201133883253686&type=3&src=https%3A%2F%2Ffbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net%2Fhphotos-ak-frc3%2Ft31%2F193150_201626373204437_2277081_o.jpg&smallsrc=https%3A%2F%2Ffbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net%2Fhphotos-ak-frc3%2Ft1%2F208744_201626373204437_2277081_n.jpg&size=932%2C1419

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    1. bishonenrancher

      Thank you, I’ve added Atelier Sylphe to the gallery.:)

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  7. Filip

    Frogive my ignorance, but do the bpnes go all the way down , they’re supstituted with something else, or there arent any at all? can u sit and move comfortably in this?

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    1. bishonenrancher

      Hi Filip, this heavily depends on the corset maker, and your preferences if you want to commission a piece like this. Some of these corsets, like the full-skirted corset dress by Contessa Gothique, are boned similarly to a regular overbust corset so you’re able to walk, move and sit comfortably in it. Other pieces like the Sparklewren piece are said to not be a piece for sitting as it’s boned down to the knee. Another style option would be similar to 19teens “Titanic” era corsets which are quite long and fitted on the thigh, but are not boned and don’t have a busk for the full length which allows the wearer to sit.

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  8. AlexaFaie

    The green corset dress co-designed by Ziad Ghanem was made by the corsetiere Ian Frazer Wallace who was the after-dinner speaker at the Oxford Conference of Corsetry 2013. It was a pleasure to meet him and it will be great to see him again this year as he’s returning as an attendee.
    I just feel its worth a mention since its so often missed who is the maker behind a designer’s work when its something for the runway. I’d seen this dress and never heard of Ian until the conference and it felt wrong somehow for his work to be seen and yet for him to be hidden in the shadows. The inspiration for the lace up the front to pull for quick removal came from stripper pants which worked in the same way. XD

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    1. bishonenrancher

      Thanks Lexa, I’ve edited the caption to give Ian Frazer Wallace credit as well.

      Reply
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