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This corset is fabulous for a Steampunk costume. I ordered the size based on the bust measurements which had my normally Medium size in the Large range instead. I bought the large and it fit perfectly. So, go by the garment measurements when ordering sizes and you'll be fine. I didn't realize that this corset is a 4 piece set when I bought it but was pleasantly surprised to find that the cap sleeves are actually a separate bolero from the corset itself. The belt and side bag make the third piece. The fourth piece is a triangular thong made of the same material as the corset. The whole ensemble is surprisingly well made and seems sturdy. Just like any corset, you have to wrangle into the thing and often materials of inferior quality can't stand up to the rigors... This 'lovely' handles the stress nicely! The only negative thing I can say here is that the belt and bag are made of thin vinyl that will tear after a few wears. If you were going to wear it every day, you'd definitely have an issue but I'm pretty sure this costume will withstand many costume parties or theater productions!

5 ft 10, 170 lbs(Average body, not thick not thin), 36 D cup, usually a women's Medium. Bought the XXL and it fits like a dream. Comes down to upper hips without the bottom band, just below hips with it(both look lovely). Go up 2 sizes! Ignore the idea in your head of what size you should be, and rock this like you know you wanna. This baby is strong, holds you where you need it, bends a fair amount if you want to let it out some, or is tight and bends a *little* if you want it snug. If you have some large girls you are GOING to need a tank top/exercise bra/blouse underneath as it makes 'em PERT, but you knew that already. Really, this is lovely! Form fitting however you want it to be and curves everywhere!

After reading many reviews, I ordered a medium (I'm usually between a small or medium). It worked out great, because the modesty panel in the back is so large! It ended up working perfectly for me, but I am small chested. I think if you had anything larger than an A cup & you're a solid small/medium, you'd want to go up to a large. For me, I couldn't be happier!

This is gorgeous. It was a birthday present, and she loves it.One of the previous comments says to order two sizes too big. My fiancée has a small waist with a swimmer's strong shoulders and a soccer player's stocky lower body. For her, one size larger worked perfectly. In women's tops, she normally wears a large. The XXL corset was a bit too big, particularly in the bust, so we returned it for an XL. Couldn't be happier.There's plenty of lacing to customize the fit, and the modesty panel in back overlaps by 4-5 inches. The boning is sturdy plastic: enough to hold the corset shape, but not enough to prevent bulging/folding of the corset if you over-tighten. Anyone looking for a serious corset is going to have to spend hundreds on one with steel boning.That being said, this is perfect for casual wear and much higher quality than typical costume clothing.

Following some of the reviews I sized up by 2 sizes and glad I did. I normally wear a large and bought this in XXL. The fit was perfect on me. I absolutely am in love with this corset. I will be using it over and over again, The quality of the material is super heavy and stiff just like it should be. The bones are nice and strong and can really hold you in tight. The buckles on the front close the front perfectly flat. The top jacket is not connected to the corset so you can remove it if you would like. They work well together and are very flattering. The belt is thinner and adjustable to wear on waist or hips. Overall this was a great purchase! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a real quality outfit. Just remember SIZE UP X2

I ordered this as well as another corset (an underbust one) for my Halloween costume with the intension of sending the one back that I didn't like as well...... Well...... I ended up wearing both of them to get the affect I wanted and they looked awesome! I'm glad I read the reviews though cause if I hadn't then I would have ordered according to the measurements on the size chart and it would have been too small. I would definitely go a size up with this brand. In the pictures it is the corset underneath. Worked great for my shield maiden costume.

I bought this to complete a costume to wear to a showing of the Rocky Horror Picture Show. I got so many compliments on it while I was there! Make no mistake, this is an absolutely beautiful corset in person. As it was, I didn't need the belt/pouch so I left that off but I've kept it around because hey, you never know.Anyway, the corset itself fit perfectly; I was able to get it nice and snug without having to remove a rib or a lung, which is always nice.The only complaint I have is that the shrug jacket wasn't quite long enough for me; there was a noticeable gap between the bottom of the shrug and the top of the corset (though luckily it was only the back, looked fine from the front).

I got the 6X and am glad I did, so ignore the stigma of the size label and get what the size chart tells you to get, because, yes, these size small. Once I made adjustments to the laces, which, incidentally, are SUPER long, this fit just fine. I wore it to a Halloween party and got tons of compliments on it. The arms are a separate piece and were a bit tight because there's no adjusting those (which made driving interesting). But altogether, I'm thrilled with this corset and color scheme. Big hit all around.

I sized up a bit too much based on the comments on this item. The result ended up being I had something that comfortably fit my waist but does not fit my chest at all. I wear a size 13-14 pant (US size) and I'm a 34C. I purchased at 3XL so it would fit my waist. Nooo way am I fitting my chest in though. HOWEVER; this is a GREAT product. Very well made and it looks very nice. I was a little bit shocked that the top sleeves are a second piece, but that's fine. If you are going to size up, don't be an idiot like I was. Make sure to really consider your CHEST size as well.

I want to give this 5 stars but I can't. There is absolutely ZERO bust support in this thing. I purchased a size up (as others recommended), but I wouldn't have had to if I didn't have to account for my chest size. I was hesitant to purchase this, but after reading all the positive reviews, I decided to take a chance. It's well made, beautiful and the hardware is outstanding. I love the clasps on the front! If you have a large bra size (D+ cup), this product really won't work out too well for you, unless you don't mind the deflated (pancaked) ball look. It's not flattering in the chest area without support. I'm going to work around that issue, probably using the thong that came with it to make a piece that will pull the girls together a bit better. Overall, for me, it was worth buying.

This was a delightful surprise for me. I fully expected this to not fit, or to have horrible boning, or any number of other problems, but was on almost all accounts proven wrong. There's only two complaints I have with this: 1) the accessories are one size fits all. you get the same size belt if you are a size small or a size xxxxxl. if you're a larger size ordering, be prepared to cut a hole in the belt to have it fit on you because otherwise it will not fit like in the picture and 2) if you're busty, be prepared, you will be showing those ladies to the world. thankfully I was going to an event that this was okay as my girls were definitely loud and proud and out to see the world.The corset did amazing things to my figure. I'm 5'8", 220 lbs and a size 18-20 with a 38G bra. I am mostly square shaped. For the first time in my life I had curves! However anytime I bent over in the slightest, the ladies would tumble out. invest in double sided tape

Loved it. However, the D-rings front un-hooked themselves without you feeling it. Luckily my friends seen it and I was able to latch them back on. Had no one told me, one by one the D-Rings would have unlatched and it would had fallen off of me! In front of 100 people!!!! Not good. I'd still wear it but next time I will create something to lock the D-rings in place.

EDIT: It doesnt even remotely fit. It says 5x in the tag but in reality its more like a large.I just got the corset in the mail today and immediatly noticed the boning was flimsy. As a semi-experienced corset wearer, I cant see this giving any support to the girls or added curve. I did the, "magnet test," and was bummed when it failed it. Id have to say the boning is mostly likely plastic and NOT steel boning. If it hapoens to he spiral steel, I would eat my hat. I have never seen a spirial boning chanel flop in my hands the way it did. But that could possibly be due to the fact that many corset companies double bone their corsets for more support and durability. Id probably keep this and see how it cinches before i return it

The corset fits well but if you are bigger in the arms, do NOT purchase this. You will not be able to wear the caplet.

This fashion corset sizing is not made for curvy women. I matched my waist to the recommended chart; but still way too large. Even when closed all the way, there wasn't any cinching. If bustline and waist-hips don't fall into the same size chart,then it's not made for your body type. Also, as other reviewers stated the "belt" is same size for all orders. Quality is definitely not made for all day wear at events. I was able to return with no issues.

One of the latches broke when I tried to put it on. Extremely disappointed and will not be purchasing again.

A friend of mine owns the 2X and I'm quite a bit bigger than she is. So according to the sizing chart, I ordered the 5X. It's the same damn size.

The garment is 10" smaller than the size chart stated, FULLY EXTENDED. So disappointed/angry.