Overbust Corsets with Cups
Last updated on Sept 10, 2026
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!
Cupped overbusts by custom corsetieres
Cupped overbust patterns and tutorials
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Cupped overbusts by custom corsetieres
Madame Sher
From $285
Madame Sher is one of the most (if not THE most) experienced in creating cupped overbust corsets, fitting both natural and enhanced busts. Her simplest designs start at $285 USD, up to $600 for the “Mermaid” style shown here.
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Karolina Laskowska
Custom pricing
Karolina Laskowska models her own “Violente” cupped overbust. Karolina always tells a story with her designs, and her corset construction is typically lightweight with convex ribs, often with a mesh base, and dripping with lace appliqué, stones, spikes and more.
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Nemuro Corsets
From $490
Cupped overbust corsets are available in Nemuro’s “Modern Corsets” collection, with either a busk or zipper closure (or closed front), with straps or without, as a regular corset or as a bodysuit.
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Innova Corsetry
Innova Corsetry specializes in cupped overbust corset dresses, especially mesh styles with copious appliqué. Daniel Carlos has since passed away in 2015, but his business partner has kept Innova alive and well, primarily selling men’s corset vests. Model/MUA: @isadora.makeupartist.
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Moody Corsetry
Cupped overbust in black silk with gold leaf, modeled by Laura Miss Porter. Elizabeth Moody teaches corset construction in person and at the Corsetry Retreat in England.
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TO.mTO Berlin
Anonymous client models her bespoke cupped overbust with pipestem waist, finished iridescent blue-green sequins, made by TO.mTO Berlin.
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Crimson Rose Corsetry
Kitty Krell of Crimson Rose Corsetry models her own cupped overbust. (Photo by WeNeal’s)
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Cadavre Exquis Couture
Model Sara Scarlet walks down the runway wearing Cadavre Exquis Couture cupped corset made from gold lamé with dripping chain strap details and quilted bust area. This was entered into Foundations Revealed corsetry contest in 2019.
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Ivy Rose Designs
Hand-dyed cupped overbust corset and matching dyed lace skirt. Ivy Rose also makes custom full-bust bras!
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Waisted Creations
“La Sylphide” cupped overbust in soft gold silk wtih matching lace appliqué. This is part of the book A Modern Corset Making Guide by Lucy Emke. Model: Threnody in Velvet.
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Ferrer Corsets
R$2790 (about $505 USD)
“Crimson Passion” cupped overbust made from red satin, gold busk closure, and gold filigree cup jewelry resembling flames.
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Unisex Peanuts
Unisex Peanuts is a play on the name of the owner/designer Yuni (and my guess is that peanuts resemble an hourglass!) Their aesthetic is bright, frilly, maximalist, kitschy and cute.
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Lace Embrace Atelier
Leather cupped overbust, which was featured in the TV show “Get Shorty.”
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Bespoke Corsetry
“The Chrysalis” cupped overbust, featuring the life cycle of a caterpillar/butterfly and floral themed hand embroidery. Created and modeled by Marloes Dadswell for the Foundations Revealed “insect” contest.
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The Costume Countess
Smoky “Patronus” inspired costume, including a cupped overbust, modeled by the desginer.
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Unartig Boutique (longline)
Model janehelvete walks down a runway wearing a very longline cupped overbust by Unarig Boutique (as part of a larger dress/ensemble)
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Anachronism in Action
From $435
Bra-cup-style overbust corset in olive green dupioni silk, with supportive shoulder straps.
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Woman’s Armor Workshop
Sasha, founder of Woman’s Armor Workshop, models her own cupped overbust with included collar / sleeves. The brand relocated from Russia to Scotland and has a super cool online design studio where you can create a digital croquis of your custom commission before it’s made.
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The Bad Button
Custom from $470
“Cherries Pin-Up Picnic” overbust corset with cups. Alicia “Madame Button” sells ready-made corsets at trade shows like Oddities & Cuiosities Expo, but she also takes limited bespoke commissions when not traveling.
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Bone and Busk Couture
$900
A sweet, ballet-pink cupped overbust by designer Katharina Mior (formerly Totally Waisted! Corsets). Kate has a storefront in Toronto and takes fittings by appointment.
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Bibian Blue
The queen of frills, butterfly prints, and larger-than-life couture designs, Bibian Blue (Spain) included cupped overbusts in her SS21 collection. Photography @albagestiphoto, model @sariegomonica.
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Ivy’s Corsetry
Red velvet cupped overbust, model: Leena Allure. Ivy’s Custom Corsetry has rebranded to just Ivy’s Corsetry. (Still custom!) The owner Robin has over 30 years of experience.
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Orchid Corsetry
From £1250 GBP
“Silhouettes At Sunset” cupped overbust. Bethan is still taking commissions and she doesn’t shy away from ambitious designs like cupped ovebusts, corset dresses, locking styles, etc. If you can dream it, she can make it.
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The Ardent Collection
“Alexis” wedding corset made from warm silk with gold brocade. The Ardent Collection creates a more cone-shaped, less “bowl” rounded cup shape for those who prefer a slightly retro or (in some cases) natural-to-your-contours shape to the bustline.
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Corsets & More
Cupped overbust as part of a wedding gown. Corsets & More, originally operated by Doris Muller, was allegedly sold to new owners and it’s unknown whether they are still active.
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Abre Atelier (Nadia Derisheva)
Longline cupped overbust corset for a full bust with lower tummy support and corded hips. While Nadia’s personal and business social media have been quiet, she is still actively taking commissions and her DMs are open for inquiries.
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Seabreeze Costume
Pleated cupped overbust modeled by the maker, created for the Foundations Revealed corset contest. Commissions accepted via Instagram.
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Royal Black Tutorial Bundle
$63 USD
Tutorial bundle (parts 1, 2 and 3): patterning, fitting, and constructing cupped corsets. Digital download.
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Corsets by Caroline: Crescent
$18 USD
“Crescent,” a cupped overbust pattern with supportive crescent-shaped pieces on the lower part of the cup. (Shown here in dove grey spot broche). Digital download for the pattern.
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Corsets by Caroline: Abi
$20 USD
Abi, a cupped overbust pattern (choose your own cup size), with shoulder straps and gored hips. Digital download.
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Sin & Satin
$16 USD
Cupped overbust corset pattern, digital download.
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Anachronism In Action: Joker Pattern
$9 USD
“Joker” cupped overbust pattern, shown here with a “pointed” cup and contrast piping. Digital download.
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Waisted Creations (pattern)
£15 GBP
Printed cupped corset pattern (La Sylphide). Model: Threnody in Velvet.
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Versatile Corsets
$428 USD
“Mimosa” cupped overbust. While Versatile Corsets is still offering custom corsets, they have removed the Mimosa from their catalog.
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Royal Black
From €1799 (about $2450)
“Queen of the Night” cupped overbust ensemble. Barbara Pesendorfer is currently on hiatus from commissions, but offers cupped corset patterning/fitting/construction tutorials on Patreon and Etsy (see the pattern section above!).
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Wild Rose Atelier
Bridal cupped overbust, modeled by the corsetiere, Rebecca Balfour (who also made my engraved wedding busk!)
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Vanyanis
Retro cupped overbust, modeled by the one and only Tara Rae Moss. Vanyanis is not taking custom commissions currently as Lowana is super busy with her corset making course and library!
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Ggis Corsets
Full-bust undergarment cupped overbust. Olga Ggis currently sells ready-made samples in her shop but is not open for commissions.
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House of 1000 Corsets
Ryan is currently on a break from custom commissions but she still rents out her corset ensembles to models and events.
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Evgeniya Makarenko
Cupped overbust; click through and swipe for videos on the construction process for this corset! She is not currently taking commissions, but teaching sewing classes for corsets and swimwear.
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Sinner Couture
$450 USD
“Hellbilly Chic” cupped overbust, modeled by the corsetiere, Yana Sinner. Yana mentioned she may resume commissions after her move to Italy, but recent changes in the EU (namely GPSR and PPWR) have made it difficult to get her brand up and running again.
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Sparklewren
Cupped sheer overbust. Photo: InaGlo, model: Ivory Flame. While Jenni no longer accepts bespoke commissions, she occasionally sells corset samples, attends the Corsetry Retreat, and sells archive patterns as digital downloads through the Underpinnings Museum.
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Rose Sathler
R$1,400 (about $255 USD)
Rose Sathler Silk Shantung cupped overbust with French-style lace. In March 2023, Rose announced she closed her business in pursuit of academia.
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Period Corsets
$383 USD
“Stevie”, a c.1950 Merry Widow corset with stretchy powermesh side panels, circle-stitched cups and adjustable straps.
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Irissa Art
Cupped overbust, part of her corset making masterclasses. Irissa might still be available on VK but her other social media and websites have since disappeared.
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Sian Hoffman
“Sappho” cupped overbust with red lace appliqué. Sian specializes in corset/girdle hybrids with powermesh panels and garter support.
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After Elizabeth
Elizabeth has moved from corsetry into bespoke bridalwear, but still sells corset samples on her social media.
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Moriel Corsetry
Cupped overbust with side mesh panels and striking black lace appliqué on a pale blue silk base, model: katrin_lanfire.”
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Margo Corsets
$198 USD
Cupped overbust corset with black satin and black mesh.
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Mime Corsets
Lightweight red mesh cupped overbust.
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Lost in Wonderland
Cupped and corded overbust. (Wonderland briefly switched from corsetry to lingerie only, and has since shut down their site)
No link available*Please note that I have not personally tried every corset brand in this list, nor do I necessarily endorse every company in these guided galleries. This is for informational purposes only; please email any of the above makers to learn more about their corsets. Etsy Affiliate links help to keep this gallery online and free to use.
Hi Lucy,
What are the critical components of a supportive cup in a cupped overbust?
I am attempting to make my own but given I have a heavy and droopy bust (GG), it seems impossible to draft something that will stay up without straps or heavy bra cups.
Any suggestions or resources would be much appreciated!
Hi Anna, it is possible to create a cupped overbust for a larger bust! There was a tutorial made (I think) by Ivy Rose Designs. Moody Corsetry has also successfully made a cupped overbust for a fuller bust, as well as Vanyanis and Nemuro designs. I know Vanyanis teaches her methods in corset making classes and online courses, and Moody teaches in person and at the Corsetry Retreat in the UK. You may be able to get information from them directly, they may direct you to a paid tutorial (I’m not fully sure). While I have made cupped overbusts, I will say it is much easier to make a traditional overbust corset without the cups. Both in the sense of a less complicated construction, and easier wrangling of a larger bust (using pre-bent flat steels for support in the front).
http://www.marquisdesade.com.au/hm_category.pl?cid=91
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!