corsetry
noun
cor·set·ry
ˈkȯr-sə-trē 
: underwear (such as corsets, girdles, and brassieres) meant to shape a woman's body
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If the color orange and subtle corsetry were the prevelant trends from last year's BAFTAs, this year's red carpet marks a notable uptick in classic black gowns and updated takes on Old Hollywood glamour.
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 16 Feb. 2025
In matters of texture, cotton, knits, and compelling fabrics arrived in the form of modern corsetry, slick pantsuits, and boisterous dresses in assorted hues.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 7 Feb. 2025
The frock featured a bevy of ruffles on the long, flowing skirt with a thigh-high slit and corsetry detailing on the bodice complete with a lace-up back.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
The corsetry just kind of blew me out of the water.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 16 Feb. 2025
In matters of texture, cotton, knits, and compelling fabrics arrived in the form of modern corsetry, slick pantsuits, and boisterous dresses in assorted hues.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 7 Feb. 2025
The frock featured a bevy of ruffles on the long, flowing skirt with a thigh-high slit and corsetry detailing on the bodice complete with a lace-up back.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
The corsetry just kind of blew me out of the water.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Corsetry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corsetry. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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