House of Satin Foundation Lace Braless Corselette review

 For many years now, finding a Corselette that fit and worked for my shape was just a dream.

They never worked, the bust never fit or if it did the waist was way to big..

Enter the House of Satin - Foundation Lace Braless Corselette

House of Satin is a reproduction vintage lingerie brand from the UK,

They are part of a small group of British Companies that have been manufacturing handmade lingerie since 1943.

I have previously reviewed a few items from their old range, you can find that review here.

Since then, they have totally revamped their designs, look and products.

Needless to say I jumped at the chance to try out the new Braless Corselette. The fact I am able to get the look of a corselette but be able to wear my own bra... WIN

For those playing at home my Current numbers are - 

Bra - Depending on brand 38GG to 38I

Waist - 36 inches

Hips - 51 inches

Height: 5' 7" or 169 cms

I was sent the corselette in a 18 from their size range. We sized to fit my waist, the material has a good stretch so still fit the hips. For reference you can find their size chart here.

It is made from a Strong control fabric, which smooths and holds in really well but still has a good amount of stretch. It fits just under your bust over the bra band. The straps run up each side and sit alongside your bra straps. The back sits a little higher over where my bra band fits.

Fit wise on me, it was really quite good. The waist is a bit loose but not bad enough to effect fit. it stretched very well over my hips and didn't really dig in at the bottom. I was very happy with the look and silhouette it gave me, both with and without clothes.

The Corselette, has 4 detectable V straps (double) straps, so 8 clips in total. 

They are well positioned to hold the stockings in place. 

My one criticism of this is I would have not made the clips detectable. I just personally don't see the reason why. On the site they state it is so you can wear the corselette without stockings.

**Collapses in a faint....**

why people!! why would you not want to wear stockings!!

I am kidding of course, i can honestly say i will never wear it without stockings. The bottom of the corselette doesn't have any silicone grips etc so i am not to sure how well it would stay in place. I only wore it with stockings so can not pass judgement on the wear without clips. 

On the plus side.. the detachable straps does make the whole "bathroom" business a bit easier in this corselette. I just unhooked the two v straps at the back.. ta da done. It really only added about an extra 5 minutes.

I do have to say, i am a big sucker for the look of V or Y straps... 

so overall.. I am really happy with the Braless Corselette.

Coming in at £ 47.50 ($78 aud) it is very affordable.

The fit on me is great and the ability to wear my own bra and big plus. 

and it looks sassy as all hell..

Now if you do happen to have a bust size that fits into the size charts for House of Satin, i may have heard from a little bird that some brand new full corselette styles will be hitting their site soon. So keep your eye out for the new pretties.

So what do you think, is a braless corselette something that you have been needing??

House of Satin Review

When recently I was introduced to House of Satin, I just had to try some of their items.

They looked promising and were so well priced. It was just a must. 

Even shipping from the UK it was very very affordable.

I ordered a Long line Bra and had to go a rough guesstimate of what my size would be. 

I ordered a 40F

It was $11.95 GBP 
($20.37 AUD, i know right!! so cheap)

A 6 strap Suspender belt in a 2xl - $14.00 GBP
($27 AUD)

And a pair of the satin Panties in black and white $5.50 GBP 

($10.65 AUD)

They arrived safe and sound. The postage was very well priced for shipping to Australia.

For Reference my Measurements are as follows

Dress size: 18

Bra size: 38G

Chest: 48.5 

Waist: 37

Hips: 50

So without any further or ado...

Longline Bra and Suspender Belt from House of Satin

Rago Shaper Panties 

Big Tights Company Stockings

The Long Bra is a surprisingly good fit. I am always a little unsure with long-lines such as this as i have to play a bit of a lottery with the sizes. 

In this case i ordered a 40F (i am usually a 38G)

Whilst yes it is a little loose under the bust, the cups do fit well and it is surprisingly comfortable.

Being a soft cup, i am always a little hesitant at the support level for the Girls. I need not fear though as this bra does the job well.

The back sits quite low for a long line bra so it would work with outfits with a lower or scoop back. There is a Five hook clasp at the back with two rows.

It is constructed well enough, there is the odd rough edge but no fraying as of yet. It is very comfortable to wear. It does have two bones that do dig into me a little, which i will explain in a bit.

I added some bullet bra pads for a more pointed shaped for one wearing but this was not necessary for me, the bra itself gave a good shape.

Without the pads

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 With the pads

 My only two criticisms with this bra. 

One, It has two bones in the sides. The boning ends rather roughly and is not padded enough, therefore it digs into my sides.

It should either be more padded and/or run all the way to the waist band. 

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Two, it would greatly benefit from a firmer and wider waist band at the bottom. This may help anchor the boning and stop any roll up.

The belt was a nice and very affordable 6 strap. It fit well as I expected and the straps seemed nice and sturdy.

The satin material was a little baggy / bunchy even when fully stretched out which I was not a huge fan of but it is not a deal breaker

The Clips as a nice and sturdy cast metal clip with fabric tabs which is good to see.

As with the bra there were a few raw edges that could have been better finished. 

But over all as a entry level cheaper product it did the job credibly.

Now Alas i have to come to the Panties... 

OH DEAR GOD, they were comically bad. It as if the pattern was just simply sized up from a small to the 2xl by adding inches to the side. 

They are completely unwearable. I was not even willing to take pictures in them. 

I did however pop the white pair over some leggings to show how badly they fit

So low at the front they were just uncomfortable, unflattering and with complete builders bum at the back, As well as bagginess.

So so so not attractive. 

They will never been worn and have already been reused. 

In my humble opinion the pattern needs reviewing completely. Bigger sizes need more than just scaling up

All in all though. I was very pleasantly surprised with the fit and comfort of the House of Satin products I tried. They are a great lower price product and with a few little tweaks could be amazing..

Have you tired House of Satin yet?