Jim Conry


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What Is An Under Bust Corset?

An under bust corset or waist cincher was also dubbed the ribbon corset. It was first used in the 1860s and remained popular until the very early 1900s. It is a short corset designed to fit around the waist only but it laces up the back like other corsets do. It almost appears to be nothing more than a wide belt and the purpose of it is to cinch the waist. Some women used to wear it to bed while they slept but many also wore... (posted by Jim 4 years 118 days ago.)