"The Mainbocher Corset" by Horst
Early 1800's fashion
Burlesque performer and pin up Dita Von Tesse is a notable fan of corsets.
Designs by Alexander McQueen
I went to The Met Musuem this weekend to see the Alexander McQueen exhibit..my second time actually! You would think seeing it once already, the second time would be less magical and breath taking...wrong! This time was even more amazing and mesmerizing! I made sure to examine and take in every detail. The man was a true genius in every way. The "Romantic Mind" was a dark and twisted beauty. A display of contradiction. Beauty and darkness was emphasized throughout the exhibit. His fine craftsmanship and love of the human form is apparent in many of his corset inspired designs. The corset was first introduced in the early 1300's and worn by the wealthy in France. Made of uncomfortable and rigid materials such as iron, wood and whale bone,it was seen as a symbol of decadent aristocracy.
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