Yesterday, got an email from FairyGothMother to say that my new corset was ready to collect! Popped in at lunchtime and collected it - gorgeous colour: a sort of purply violet, with pinkish purple laces. Tried it on when I got home, and it is so much tighter - took me a while to get it laced up around me... a bit more tugging and pulling needed to get it suitably tight. Not much chance (and the moment) of lacing it shut at the back, there's about an inch or two gap there, which is good. I might actually get more life out of this one than any of the others :) Not that I'm complaining - I love my Puimond corset too, and would get another one (when I can afford it).
So I'm on the train into work today, feeling very held, sitting so very upright on the train. Not sure how long I'm going to manage to wear this until I have to take it off today, since its tighter and more rigid than I'm used to, but we'll see. I'm certainly enjoying it's clutches, and the position it forces me to adopt.
There is one minor drawback: it does seem to creak quite alot! I don't know if its the fabric I chose or the laces, or a combination, but it does make noises when I move my back. Don't think its going to be too much of a problem - probably also part of breaking it in.
So, Happy New Year to all my readers - I'll hopefully get pictures of it up here soon - haven't had a chance yet to take any
xoxo
CazaDolly
Writing is hard! I've been trying, honest, but finding the time and the energy to come up with something which I regard as good take alot. I've so recently started 2 or 3 stories, but not managed to take them further than the first page or so. That isn't to say that they aren't good ideas, its just that I start them, but don't manage to take them further. I will manage to finish something soon, I promise - I'm determined! I have an idea for a short story, which I need to work out in my head how to put down as a story, but when I do, you'll be the first to know ;)
My new corset is ordered - another, smaller, underbust made out of purple taffeta, which I hope is as gorgeous as the small square I saw looks. Can't wait, really: wearing my current corset daily now, just about, but really could do with a little more support and tightness. But since its only been a week since I ordered it, I really can't expect it to be ready that quickly - going to have to be a patient Dolly and wait...
My new corset is ordered - another, smaller, underbust made out of purple taffeta, which I hope is as gorgeous as the small square I saw looks. Can't wait, really: wearing my current corset daily now, just about, but really could do with a little more support and tightness. But since its only been a week since I ordered it, I really can't expect it to be ready that quickly - going to have to be a patient Dolly and wait...
Some days, I come to my blog and don't really know what to write... Should I just write more about my corseting, or the day which is coming? I'm not really sure, truth be told, I'm just writing as I'm thinking at the moment, which is strange, for me anyway.
So, I'm on the train to work: today I decided not to take the bike and have a fully corseted day, so I've laced myself in at about 6am today, and will probably wear it at least 12 -14 hours, if not longer.
One interruption will hopefully be a visit to a corset shop to work out what corset to buy next. I think I need to, given it will probably take a couple of months to arrive anyways. So, I'll take it off for that, but then I probably won't be long without some form of waist restriction :)
Life's been too busy recently: too much work, not enough play. One day it will quieten down, maybe. Don't get me wrong, I love my job, I love the work, the people I work with and the company. It is the nature of my work that it does become busy at times... other times are quieter so I really can't complain. I'm delighted to have a job at all!
I do dream (as anyone who's read my stories would be able to tell you) of a life without responsibilities, where I'm owned and someone else has my entire life in their hands, able to do with me whatever they like. I guess that's kinda a reaction to too much responsibility in my actual life, wanting to escape from reality and exchange my freedom for a life without having to make decisions, without the worry of earning, or spending, not need to fret about the future. Not that I'd expect such a life to be without its drawbacks, but then, it is a fantasy, so I'm allowed to make it whatever I like!
I know it has been a while since I've written anything - I'm approaching a state in my head where I might be able to write something soon - I probably need to wear my corset on the train more, as wearing it does tend to make me want to write more. But then, I'm not able to cycle - and no, I'm not getting on a bike wearing this! Once or twice I rode wearing a previous corset, but they weren't nearly as tight, and it wasn't the nicest of experiences. Being *very* upright on the bike, almost feels like I have trouble reaching the handlebars...
So, I'm going to take my slim waisted form now and stop wasting everyone's time with more ramblings, and let people go back to their lives... maybe I'll settle down and try to write something ;)
xoxo
CazaDolly
So, I'm on the train to work: today I decided not to take the bike and have a fully corseted day, so I've laced myself in at about 6am today, and will probably wear it at least 12 -14 hours, if not longer.
One interruption will hopefully be a visit to a corset shop to work out what corset to buy next. I think I need to, given it will probably take a couple of months to arrive anyways. So, I'll take it off for that, but then I probably won't be long without some form of waist restriction :)
Life's been too busy recently: too much work, not enough play. One day it will quieten down, maybe. Don't get me wrong, I love my job, I love the work, the people I work with and the company. It is the nature of my work that it does become busy at times... other times are quieter so I really can't complain. I'm delighted to have a job at all!
I do dream (as anyone who's read my stories would be able to tell you) of a life without responsibilities, where I'm owned and someone else has my entire life in their hands, able to do with me whatever they like. I guess that's kinda a reaction to too much responsibility in my actual life, wanting to escape from reality and exchange my freedom for a life without having to make decisions, without the worry of earning, or spending, not need to fret about the future. Not that I'd expect such a life to be without its drawbacks, but then, it is a fantasy, so I'm allowed to make it whatever I like!
I know it has been a while since I've written anything - I'm approaching a state in my head where I might be able to write something soon - I probably need to wear my corset on the train more, as wearing it does tend to make me want to write more. But then, I'm not able to cycle - and no, I'm not getting on a bike wearing this! Once or twice I rode wearing a previous corset, but they weren't nearly as tight, and it wasn't the nicest of experiences. Being *very* upright on the bike, almost feels like I have trouble reaching the handlebars...
So, I'm going to take my slim waisted form now and stop wasting everyone's time with more ramblings, and let people go back to their lives... maybe I'll settle down and try to write something ;)
xoxo
CazaDolly
So, how long has it been? Oh wow! A whole month now with my new corset, and I'm still loving wearing it. It is now fully closed, which is a problem I'll come to later, but it still a gorgeous feeling to have it wrapped around my waist, holding me so tight and shaping my body and my mind. I'm now basically wearing it daily - sometimes I'll have day off, and, strangely, I wear it less at weekends. Probably because I'm usually off doing things which don't really work with a corset such as swimming etc. but during the week its on as much as possible.
Yesterday was a good example of a typical day. Arrived in the office - I cycle in, so can't really put it on until I get there. Laced it up on me, fairly tight. An hour later, popped back into the ladies room, and pulled it even tighter, as tight as possible. It does a strange thing when fully laced - the two solid flat steel bones at the back come together and form a very rigid support all down my back, and the corset suddenly becomes even more un-yielding. So, mid-morning, and I'm as tight as can be. It is only about half an inch to an inch more than before, but it really makes a difference.
Lunchtime, out for a walk so I'm not sitting all day - yesterday I wandered up to Camden Town, a short tube ride away from the office, and went browsing... looking for a petticoat at the moment, and saw a nice one by Hell Bunny, which I might get. Fairy Goth Mother also has a similar one too, so maybe that one also. But it was fun to browse - some gorgeous Lolita style dresses too.
Back in the office, and by mid afternoon, things around the waist were starting to feel quite tired - I was feeling the constriction quite hard, more aware of the metal bones which were holding me, pressing on my ribs and hips. I could almost feel the individual metal supports on my tummy.
But it was a good feeling - mildly uncomfortable, but a good reminder to myself that corseting my waist isn't always a wonderfully lovely experience, and there will be times which aren't as comfy as others, where I'll wonder to myself why am I doing this. A quick glance at my tummy or a stroke of my waist quickly reminds me why, and by the end of the afternoon, while still a lil bit achy, I'm my normal reluctant self to take it off for the journey home.
Next week, I'm going to have to start planning for my new corset. I absolutely adore this one, and am so glad I got it, however it is just a little too big. I think I was too timid when being fitted for it and the lady said "is it tight enough?" I've also lost a bit more weight since then too, which can't be helped.
There will be those who will think that I should go in and demand a refund, but really, I think its wonderful, and wouldn't be without it. I can wear it over things too, which will increase its tightness, so I have by no means wasted the money to buy it.
However, it does mean that I do need to get another one. My dilemma is whether to get the same style, or go with something different. I really do fancy another Puimond: even though they are quite pricy the shape and fit they are is so wonderful, and will help me achieve even tighter lacing. So I'm in saving mode now, which means petticoats and overbust corsets are on hold for the moment. I think not getting the overbust just yet is the biggest disappointment I think. But my daily corseting is more important than the occasional wear the overbust would get.
I'll definitely get a different colour - I adore the pink, but I'm just not the sort of girl who likes to get the same thing twice. Maybe a dark pink, or a purple?
Hopefully by Christmas I'll be able to order - it still does take a couple of months to come, but then, I'm a patient Dolly. I just hope the courier doesn't lose it again this time
xoxo
CazaDolly
Yesterday was a good example of a typical day. Arrived in the office - I cycle in, so can't really put it on until I get there. Laced it up on me, fairly tight. An hour later, popped back into the ladies room, and pulled it even tighter, as tight as possible. It does a strange thing when fully laced - the two solid flat steel bones at the back come together and form a very rigid support all down my back, and the corset suddenly becomes even more un-yielding. So, mid-morning, and I'm as tight as can be. It is only about half an inch to an inch more than before, but it really makes a difference.
Lunchtime, out for a walk so I'm not sitting all day - yesterday I wandered up to Camden Town, a short tube ride away from the office, and went browsing... looking for a petticoat at the moment, and saw a nice one by Hell Bunny, which I might get. Fairy Goth Mother also has a similar one too, so maybe that one also. But it was fun to browse - some gorgeous Lolita style dresses too.
Back in the office, and by mid afternoon, things around the waist were starting to feel quite tired - I was feeling the constriction quite hard, more aware of the metal bones which were holding me, pressing on my ribs and hips. I could almost feel the individual metal supports on my tummy.
But it was a good feeling - mildly uncomfortable, but a good reminder to myself that corseting my waist isn't always a wonderfully lovely experience, and there will be times which aren't as comfy as others, where I'll wonder to myself why am I doing this. A quick glance at my tummy or a stroke of my waist quickly reminds me why, and by the end of the afternoon, while still a lil bit achy, I'm my normal reluctant self to take it off for the journey home.
Next week, I'm going to have to start planning for my new corset. I absolutely adore this one, and am so glad I got it, however it is just a little too big. I think I was too timid when being fitted for it and the lady said "is it tight enough?" I've also lost a bit more weight since then too, which can't be helped.
There will be those who will think that I should go in and demand a refund, but really, I think its wonderful, and wouldn't be without it. I can wear it over things too, which will increase its tightness, so I have by no means wasted the money to buy it.
However, it does mean that I do need to get another one. My dilemma is whether to get the same style, or go with something different. I really do fancy another Puimond: even though they are quite pricy the shape and fit they are is so wonderful, and will help me achieve even tighter lacing. So I'm in saving mode now, which means petticoats and overbust corsets are on hold for the moment. I think not getting the overbust just yet is the biggest disappointment I think. But my daily corseting is more important than the occasional wear the overbust would get.
I'll definitely get a different colour - I adore the pink, but I'm just not the sort of girl who likes to get the same thing twice. Maybe a dark pink, or a purple?
Hopefully by Christmas I'll be able to order - it still does take a couple of months to come, but then, I'm a patient Dolly. I just hope the courier doesn't lose it again this time
xoxo
CazaDolly
Rules. Life has rules. Big rules, like: Don't Kill, or Don't Steal. Rules which are convention: Drive on the left (or the right, depending on where you are), Stop at Red lights.
So also, corset wearing has rules. Some are rules of thumb - like a corset will take 4-6 inches off your natural waist (depending on type and style). Some are for safety (of your corset) like always loosen the laces before opening the busk.
Others are to do with what you can and can't do while wearing your corset. Corset wearing for any length of time starts to impinge on more than your waist. It affects your life in significant ways. Some ways are obvious: bending at the waist is obviously more tricky. So the order in which you get dressed is important - if you're wearing tights for example, you need to put them on first, otherwise there'll be un-lacing, or a different wardrobe choice!
And of course, it affects what you can wear. Actually, with an underbust corset there's surprisingly little you can't wear.
Then there's eating and drinking. Fizzy drinks are a really bad idea. With your tummy compressed, the gas in the drink tries to expand, and can't, and having no place to go makes you feel uncomfortable and bloated. So they're out.
Too much food is also a problem. Food should be taken in small amounts, often, rather than a few big meals. This helps it pass though your digestive system easier, and doesn't just end up in a big lump in the stomach. And you should chew very well and generally eat slowly.
Now that's a lot of theory. How am I doing in practice? I realised today that I need to change my life. If I'm seriously tight lacing daily, which I appear to be, I've got to change my lifestyle to match. For example, today, someone bought me lunch which was nice, and I got some soup, mostly on the basis that its liquidly and would probably go down easier. Well, actually I got it because it looked particularly tasty and yummy. Unfortunately it was full of chicken and vegetables and was rather more like a stew. And I wasn't slow eating it. I sat and my desk and ate at my normal speed. And I ate it all. I've loads of habits, which normally wouldn't be a problem, but which I really need to do something about.
I should have looked for the lightest soup, really - few lumps so my squished digestive system can accommodate and take in. Then, eaten slowly! There is no rush to eat. But I come from a family of fast eaters, so am in that habit.
And finally, not feel bad about leaving food. I think my parents programmed me to always finish what's on my plate. "There's children starving in Africa who'd like that" they'd say. So everything went in. But who's to say that a plate full or bowlful is the right amount? And there's little chance of getting the food to an african children anyway, especially if they want it piping hot :)
So I mustn't be afraid to just say to myself that I've eaten enough and I don't need to eat an more. Unless, of course, I can leave it until later, and space out my eating. Effectively have 5-6 smaller meals in a day, rather than the conventional 3.
But these are big changes - food and drink habits are learned from a young age and are hard to break. I'm going to try, though.
The thing I really miss, though, is a good satisfying sneeze. Sneezing while corseted is almost excruciating - there is no space for it to go, and a good chance of damaging either yourself or the corset. So they need stifling, or turning into nose blows before they develop. Those I shall miss.
However, I love my corseted waist more.
xoxo
CazaDolly.
Nine and a half hours! Longest time yet :) That's a full working day for me - putting it on when I get to the office, and taking it off just before I leave. Because I cycling into work, I really don't think I'm going to be able to wear it on a bike. I did a few times with my other corsets, but they weren't as restrictive. But I was feeling really good in it yesterday. Previously, by mid afternoon, I've been desperate to take it off, but by hometime I really wasn't wanting to remove it all!
Still hunting for an overbust - didn't manage to get into FairyGothMother yesterday - might try today, if I get time at lunchtime.
Still hunting for an overbust - didn't manage to get into FairyGothMother yesterday - might try today, if I get time at lunchtime.
You filled the world with fruitiness, gave us things which looks wonderful and worked just as lovely as they looked - RIP knowing that you've made the world a better place, maybe not in a Nobel Peace Prize sense, but in a people's day to day life sense.
I also hope that in one way you won't be missed: I hope that the company you co-founded and lead will continue with your vision with as much creativity and enthusiasm, and that others will also follow in that mould. That's a great legacy to have.
Hug & Kisses wherever you've ended up
xoxo
CazaDolly - from her MacBookPro, via her iPhone
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