Cupped overbust corsets are often confused with bustiers or Merry Widows, but in the words of Julia Bremble, “a corset with cups is as corsetty as any other corset if it does a corsetty job.” I personally adore my cupped overbusts because they give a more natural silhouette under clothing compared to conventional overbusts (which may flatten the bust or lift the bust too high). Wearing a well-made cupped overbust under clothing looks like you’re wearing a bra, combined with a cinched waist. They work very well under strapless dresses, and in particular vintage shelf-bust dresses.
Those who are particularly heavy-busted may find that a cupped overbust takes considerable pressure off the neck, shoulders and upper back by supporting the bust properly from below and eliminating the need for shoulder straps . If you don’t like the cupped corset aesthetic, I have another gallery featuring corsetieres that make conventional overbusts (without cups) designed specifically to fit top-heavy women.
*Corsetieres, if you have made cupped overbust corsets and you have a photo to submit to the gallery, please feel free to email me here. Safe-for-work photos are preferred. Thank you!
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The lady that makes these corsets has many cupped styles they are exquisite. And the only ones I’ve had the pleasure of seeing in person, that cinch the waist properly and are give an amazingly flattering and secure bustline! I don’t know if you have seen her work, she is in Melbourne Australia, have a look my favourites are the poka dots ones.. I tried one on and it was sensational.. one day I’ll get me one lol x
Hi Charli, I’ve only made a handful of cupped overbust corsets myself, and not for particularly full busts (maximum DD cup) – however I know that Foundations Revealed has several tutorials on cupped overbusts as well as full-bust overbust, and their Facebook group community will be glad to help you!
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The lady that makes these corsets has many cupped styles they are exquisite. And the only ones I’ve had the pleasure of seeing in person, that cinch the waist properly and are give an amazingly flattering and secure bustline! I don’t know if you have seen her work, she is in Melbourne Australia, have a look my favourites are the poka dots ones.. I tried one on and it was sensational.. one day I’ll get me one lol x
A friend just linked me to this, and I wanted to thank you for including my work. It means a lot to me.
My pleasure Lucy, your work is gorgeous and this update was well overdue!
Hi Lucy
Do you have any advice for making a cupped corset with a busk for a large cup?
I’m working with someone and she’s worried about it getting the wires to sit flush in the centre and not gape forward
Hi Charli, I’ve only made a handful of cupped overbust corsets myself, and not for particularly full busts (maximum DD cup) – however I know that Foundations Revealed has several tutorials on cupped overbusts as well as full-bust overbust, and their Facebook group community will be glad to help you!