The Corset Interviews

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1) How long have you been making corsets?

Professionally since 1997.

Through trial and error while I was at fashion college.

Corsets decided for me when fetish shops continuously ordered stock from me.

From raw materials like fabric, leather and trims.

I have what they call a "heavy hand" when it comes to sewing so I prefer to work with thick materials like leather. With leather, I use a walking foot industrial machine and can really pump up the detail with extra heavy stitching.

Figure out individual needs, help decide on best materials, gather proper measurements either in person or remotely, draft a customized corset pattern, make a muslin mock-up and have it fitted on the customer. Mark any adjustments needed onto the muslin and from there the pattern is finalized and the perfect corset is made.

Vivienne Westwood because she is a true designer. She does not follow trends and designs from her own life and surroundings.

An assassin.

Trashy reality TV shows, online shopping and an open bottle of wine.

Fried chicken.