A Fashion Classic Reimagined for Modern Confidence
The corset has been shaping fashion — and bodies — for over 500 years. What started in the 16th century as a stiff, structured undergarment designed to flatten the bust and cinch the waist soon became a symbol of elegance and class across Europe.
By the Victorian era, corsets became tighter, more dramatic, and more controversial. Women wore them daily, often lacing up to extremes to achieve the ideal “hourglass” figure. Though elegant, they were also seen as tools of control — reinforcing society’s rigid beauty standards.
But fashion evolves with freedom. In the 20th century, corsets fell out of favor as women embraced comfort, independence, and relaxed silhouettes. Then came a powerful comeback.
By the 1980s and '90s, designers like Jean Paul Gaultier and Vivienne Westwood reinvented the corset as a statement of empowerment. No longer hidden beneath clothing, it became outerwear — bold, fearless, and unapologetic.
Today, the corset is a symbol of confidence, creativity, and control over your own body. From high fashion runways to indie Indian labels like Koosh, the corset has found new life. It’s paired with sarees, denims, skirts, and more — proving that what was once restrictive is now revolutionary.
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