The first thing about this corset is that it is extremely true to size. I tend to order a size down with corsets, which was a mistake with this one, resulting in it being a bit too small for me to wear. My bust size is a 36 (corset sizes go by bust measurements) but I ordered a 34. Even with the laces stretched to their max potential, it was still too small. That being said, all of that was entirely my fault and does not make me dislike this corset any less, I'm just a bit disappointed that one of my friends will be wearing it instead of me.

The coloring of the corset is a deep red wine/burgundy color with black overtones that is really well represented in the model photo. There is black polka dot patterning on the material, but the dots are very small and it does not look cheesy at all the way some polka dot patterns can look. The lacing in this corset is on the front, which is a nice change to the traditional back-lacing corsets. The only downfall to this is that the hook-and-eye closures in the back can be a bit difficult to open and close without assistance. There is also a lace underwire bra in the corset which peeks over the top. This helps to push up the breasts further and also keep cleavage looking classy through the front lacing. It also matches the lace short that comes with the corset.

The corset is made of 100% polyester. There are 8 strips of plastic boning. The boning is fairly sturdy, however it will bend to your body's shape over extended wear. The front has 14 pairs of metal grommets with black ribbon thread through them. There are 13 hook-and-eye closures in the back with 3 different sets of eyes so the corset can be adjusted accordingly. The corset measures 15 inches vertically in the front and 10.5 inches vertically in the back. The entire corset can be adjusted up to a 31 inch circumference and as small as 27 inches.

The lace short is 92% polyester and 8% spandex. It fits my 38/40 inch hips perfectly, but I don't think that it would fit anyone larger all that well.

Overall, I really enjoyed this corset and I do regret not being able to wear do the sizing issue. I instead gave it to my friend as a present and she absolutely loves it too. The only thing I wish was different about this corset is that I wish it was a tad longer. This is because I have a longer torso, but I'm sure that it is a perfect fit on shorter torsos.