A guide for curious bodies, stylish fetish fans, and kinky fashionistas.
Why a corset is more than just a garment
You lace it up, you feel it – and suddenly everything changes. Your gaze becomes more upright, your gait more confident, your body a statement. A corset is far more than just a fashion piece – it's an invitation to redefine yourself. Whether playing with dominance and submission, dancing in a club, or simply because you want to take your look to the next level: a good corset can do all that and more.
From then until now: The history of the corset
As early as the 16th century, corsets clung to the bodies of the nobility – a symbol of virtue and status. In the 19th century, the wasp waist became an erotic ideal. In the 20th century, the corset then became an integral part of fetish and BDSM culture. Today, it represents self-expression, style, and sexual self-determination – from the runway to the KitKat Club to the Queer Parade.
What is a corset – and what does it do to you?
A corset is a body-shaping garment that uses boning and lacing to accentuate your waist and alter your posture. It gives you control—or takes it away. This interplay between form and function is precisely what makes it so exciting in fetish fashion : you decide how tight, how dominant, how seductive you want to appear.
Overview of types: Which corset suits you?
Underbust corset: Leaves the bust free, emphasizes the waist – ideal for role-playing or club nights.
Full bust corset: Shapes bust and waist, creates an iconic cleavage.
Waspie: Short, intense, wearable – perfect as a fetish accessory or for light tightlacing.
Special corsets: For bondage or discipline play with fixations, crotch strap or extreme tightness.
How long should you wear a corset?
It all depends on your goal. For a night out at the club, a short waspie corset is enough to accentuate your figure. If you want to work on your waistline permanently (keyword: tightlacing), you'll need to wear a well-fitting corset for several hours a day. Important: Your body sets the pace – pleasure doesn't come from force, but from play.
How do you lace a corset correctly?
Lacing is more than just a technique – it's a ritual. Whoever laces you has power. Whoever laces themselves celebrates self-determination. Start loosely, tighten gradually, and pay attention to your breathing. Soon you'll find our Styleplanet corset guide here with tips for different body types and occasions.
What good is a corset to you – besides making you look hot?
A corset literally gives you posture. It pulls you upwards, centering your focus on yourself. For some, it's pure eroticism, for others empowerment. It can be eye-catching – or a second skin you wear only for yourself. In the kinky scene, it's both: a tool of pleasure and armor of self-confidence.
Material choice: leather, patent leather or latex?
Leather: Dominance, strength, classic BDSM aesthetics.
Lacquer: Shines and provokes, ideal for eye-catching club looks.
Latex: A second skin, it clings to the skin – pure pleasure.
Satin or brocade: Elegant, playful, perfect for burlesque or romantic outfits.
A corset for everyone: Gender & Diversity
Corsets transcend gender. Whether you want to express yourself as masculine, feminine, or non-binary, many styles can be adjusted to your body through lacing. Especially within the queer community, the corset is a powerful symbol of self-expression, transformation, and playing with identities.
Corset in the club: Nightlife, pleasure & look
Neon lights, bass, a shiny patent leather corset – on the dance floor, your body becomes a projection of your desire. Corsets are more than just fashion at fetish events, gothic festivals, or queer nights: they are visual statements, conversation starters, and invitations to play.
Current Trends & Fetishcore
Corsets are back on the runways in 2025 – and on your Instagram feed. Stars like Gigi Hadid and Violet Chachki are making tightlacing fashionable again. From fetishcore to retro chic: whether it's latex with LEDs or brocade with ruffles – anything that inspires is fair game. White latex corsets for alternative weddings are also in demand.
In short: Your desire. Your look. Your style planet.
Whether you're just starting out in the scene or already know what excites you – a corset can transform you. It gives you shape, presence, and imagination. At Styleplanet.de, you won't find mass-produced items, but rather select pieces for people with attitude. Browse our corset world – perhaps your next self is just a string away.
