Comments by "V. Birchwood" (@VBirchwood) on "I Wear a Corset Daily (And Have for 3+ Years)" video.

  1. That makes perfect sense!! Thanks for sharing your experience, I’m sure it’ll be super helpful to anyone else who is big busted 😊
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  2. Thank you for watching and I hope you've enjoyed this daily corset Q&A! Any questions I wasn't able to get to in the video, I have answered in the description box. All of the links mentioned are there as well. Do you have any others questions that you'd like answered? Nothing related to this video or post is medical advice, and should not be taken as medical advice, so please speak with your doctor about any concerns you might have. Everything I’m sharing here is just my experience and won’t be applicable for everyone. Also, my apologies, but YouTube seems to be deleting comments again before I have a chance to respond to them. I promise I'm not deleting your comments 😊
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  3. Exactly! It would have been reserved for more special occasions, and likely was only done by wealthier individuals.
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  4. Lol yes, people need to leave the monocle alone. In essence, it is a medical device because it's improving your vision. Same with how I have to wear spectacles for mine. So I'm glad that the "why" aspect resonated with you, and hopefully it can keep you going if people are being mean about your "round glassy friend."
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  5. Thanks for sharing your experience Katherine! And you make a very good point about how different eras support breasts differently. The part about Regency stays and boobies up to the chin made me giggle 😂 I, too, won't go back to a bra. The back support is so helpful, much as you seem to feel as well 😊
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  6. LOL 😂 I hope your back is okay!
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  7. Hi DesertRose! Thanks for your comment. I answered the age question in the description box, but I'll just summarise here. Typically 18+ is recommended for corsetry, as I think there just isn't enough research on how it impacts the bodies of minors, since the body grows and develops even into our 20s. Because of that I've always just read 18+ is best, though I'd ask her doctor perhaps to see what they say. (Since I'm not a doctor, only saying this for legality reasons, because you KNOW I'm not a doctor 😂). As for the busk alternative, you could do a combination of front, back, or both lacing, along with button or fastening closures, which you see on some later 19th century "health corsets". If you Google Victorian health corsets you should see examples of this style. Those ones are super convenient but I don't think you have as much control with them as you would with a busk and lacing. Though, I don't have a ton of experience with health corsets. That's super cool that it helped with your cramps! I have a similar thing, I don't notice my cramps until the corset comes off often 😂Perhaps this is our secret remedy to menstrual pain haha.
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  8. Thanks Gabby for the helpful tip!
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  9. Hahaha I’m happy to hear you have a similar experience too and I’m not alone! 😂 Yeah, I can see how that could be a really uncomfortable sensation on your period. My guess is that some people feel the pressure is nice (like me) and then some are on the side of it sounding horrible (like you). Now I want some scientists to take a poll and give some stats for this haha.
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  10. Oh no don't worry, this isn't too personal 😊 You can't exactly get into a super lazy lump as you describe, but your body will relax the same. As in, physically you might not be slouchy, but your body is still resting and it is possible to be comfortable. Also jumps are great for this too, or even a corded corset, as you can still wear them out and they do provide support, but they are even easier to lounge around in. Hopefully this makes sense! haha
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  11. Oh yes 😊
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  12. Yeah I agree, it’s a true blessing to have the freedom to choose. There were other options though historically as well, and Western women often still chose the corset. For example, they could have worn jumps more. And yet some chose to wear the corset. The Victorian period though was still very restrictive in so many regards. But absolutely, the corset isn’t for everyone, and it’s wonderful we are able to decide what we want to do with our bodies and how we want to dress. I would never ever want to live in a historical time period for that exact reasons (and many others) 😂
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  13. It’s the same in russia, there is often house clothes that you put on, and then also you usually walk around in the home in slippers, I think mainly to keep your feet warm so you “don’t get sick” 😂 I would say that a significant portion of my friends in the U.K. have shoes-allowed homes, especially if it’s nearing hoover day, but if shoes so much as touch my home inside, I’m cleaning right away lol.
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  14. I’d definitely love to do a video on jumps! It’s been requested by some other individuals as well, so I’ll just need to schedule it and start to do some of the deeper research 😊
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  15. Thank you! It’s my first language technically.
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  16. Yeah exactly 😊
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  17.  @RychaardRyder  Thanks Kendrick! I specifically chose this one as just back lacing, as it's meant to be a lightweight summer sports corset. I'm really used to lacing into stays often or into corsets, so while I do have some with busks, this specific one doesn't have a busk 😊
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  18. Здорово что вы нашли такой свитер )) наверно о cycling sweater вы говорите?
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  19. I think sadly youtube has deleted your last comment reply @Skirted Galleons Did it perhaps include a link? That could potentially be why.
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  20.  @emilysmith2784  very interesting! I know quite a few in the U.K. who do, though it’s way less common here than say in the US. I guess too as it nears Hoover day, people tend to get a bit more lenient about the shoes thing in my experience in the U.K., but my Russian upbringing makes me freak out over shoes being in the house 😂
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  21. That makes perfect sense! Thanks for confirming that 😊
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  22. Hahaha a great name for the cartwheel. It’s a very descriptive name and I felt like I understood the meaning right away. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  23. My pleasure! Thanks for your comment and I wish the best of luck on your journey 😊
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  24. Of course! She is so wonderful, strong, brave, a fabulous corsetière. I’m really glad you bought a digital pattern! It’s a wonderful way to support her. Last I heard from her online stories is she’s safe in Poland and trying to start the physical business back up there so she can get back to commissions. I have massive respect for her.
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  25. She isn’t able to take commissions at the moment because she had to evacuate due to the war in Ukraine and tragically had to leave everything behind but she is selling her digital patterns still and they’re great!
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  26. Hahaha I don't blame you for procrastinating, it can be such a pain to go back and alter old projects! Especially big alterations. But yes, if you are feeling it digging into your armpits, most likely you are short waisted. You could measure C7 vertebrae to waistline and then waistline to hips, and compare those to what is available on your pattern. The standard centre back length for most patterns is usually somewhere between 16-17 inches I've found. My centre back is 14.25 inches for reference lol. So perhaps you have a similar thing. Thanks so much! You can write to me in Russian if you would like to practice a little 😊
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  27.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  It has seriously been driving me crazy! I think it’s their AI that they use to monitor comments, but since it’s machine learning, it often gets the nuance of the content of comments wrong.
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  28. Hi Dreamer, thanks for sharing how the corset provides you with emotional comfort. I’m sorry to hear that you have to deal with anxiety and depression. I experience severe OCD which often comes with anxiety and depression, so just know that you’re not alone. I hope you’re keeping well 😊
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  29.  @SimpleDesertRose  yes jumps are a super nice in between option because they’re so soft and don’t create much shape, so they’re more just like a vest or little waistcoat 😊 I definitely understand that. I do a lot of gardening in a corded work corset actually. They’re far more flexible but they still offer some support. I would perhaps recommend that, and some of them open and close just with back laces and a hook and eye closure on the front. They’re gently stiffened, but nothing like a fully boned corset. Awww I’m so sorry to hear that! Well I’m glad this is now and option for you to use. I can understand why you hate not being able to function. It’s a very disempowering feeling sometimes!
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  30. Hahaha DreamTM 😂 Thanks so much Lilja! They're great for something like a long sewing day definitelyl!
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  31. Women with all breast sizes have existed and worn corsets all throughout history. There are a number of people in the historical fashion community as well who wear corsets and have larger busts. You’ll often find people discussing this topic in my comments section on corset videos too, as many larger busted individuals will share their experiences of how much corsetry has helped them. In fact, I think larger busted individuals probably benefit more because the weight gets distributed between different points along the back and torso, rather than how it is with a bra where it’s just a few straps. I can’t speak from experience but this is what I’ve seen to be regularly said in the comments 😊
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  32. This is so wonderful to hear! I'm so glad they've provided you with less pain and more support 😊
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  33. Welcome to the next video! Glad you hopefully got other questions answered too 🥰
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  34. I haven’t had to replace any of mine yet and some I’ve had for over 3 years 😊
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  35. Hi Nato! Thank you. I would recommend a lightweight linen or cotton for a chemise.
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  36. Hi! Thanks for your comment. I answer this question at time stamp 18:26 😊
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  37. Hi! I think I’ll probably shoot a get ready with me at some point, it’s been on my list at least. Thanks for letting me know you’d be interested 😊
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  38. My pleasure!! That awesome that you also work from home. It’s definitely I think the most convenient for wearing more historical things day to day 😅
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  39.  @shirleykanar6730  LOL 😂 mine are always quite intrigued by it to be honest, it might become a fun game for them!
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  40. I bought a dress from them some years ago, but I'm not in the US so shipping is extremely expensive. I have a corset maker in Europe who is great and makes all mine 😊
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  41. Thanks for sharing! I’ve had the same experience with wearing them on long drives and travel in general 🥰
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  42. My pleasure Giulia! Just be sure to do some back and core strengthening exercises, and take breaks from the corset when you need to. And speak with your doctor if you ever have any questions or concerns of course 😊
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  43. Thanks Olga for a great response!
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  44. Oh yeah absolutely! I’m definitely not defending the standards placed upon women in Victorian society. I truly believe in an individual’s right to choose and I don’t particularly like dogmatic systems, so women indeed put up with a lot, and in many places still do today.
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  45.  @taniavafeiadou4420  100% agreed 😊
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  46. I either use my settee or just an antique dressing chair, which sits in my sewing room.
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  47. Perhaps adding in some bones might help? I find they are at least a bit supportive, not to the level of stays, but they’re cosy 😊
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  48.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  that’s a nice idea, thanks Catherine 😊
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  49.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  people are generally pretty sweet and understanding here, I’m very lucky 😊
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  50. Спасибо! ))
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  51. Thank you for the kind comment Dreamer, and for the sub. I hope you and your family have a lovely winter time/holiday season as well 😊
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  52.  @SimpleDesertRose  my pleasure! See you next week 😊
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  53. My pleasure! Jumps are super cool and I think underrated. I know that some costubers have made videos about their construction at least 😊
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  54. I get most of mine made by TheBoudoirKey and she’s amazing! Has a waitlist at the moment though I think 😊
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  55. Yeah! I’ve always thought that to be the culprit as well. Even though I have a primarily American accent since I was raised in the states, those other pronunciations often don’t leave you. Thank you for the compliments!
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  56. I have not as I don’t really wear anything past 1890s 😊 but yeah, it does definitely seem far more adaptable.
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  57. that's awesome!
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  58. Просто отлично тогда ))
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  59. Thanks so much! It’s great to hear also that you’ve had similar experiences with stays. They’re quite magical things!
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  60. Thank you so much! I don’t have a video on jumps unfortunately, but other people within the historical fashion world have recreated jumps and have made at least blog posts about them, perhaps videos. They share some useful information. I would like to make a video on jumps at some point but for now I haven’t done deep enough research myself to present on the topic 😊
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  61. It should be from the C7 vertebrae which is the bump at the bottom of your neck on your back. Hahaha пока и увидимся скоро ))
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  62. Thank you! I got it from a seller on eBay a while back. They're possible to make yourself as well just out of pre-quilted cotton, silk, or any synthetic alternative. I believe the pattern is quite similar to that of an 18th century feminine waist coat 😊
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  63. I don't feel comfortable with showing myself like that on video. This wasn't to show off me in my corset, rather just to answer questions 😊
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  64. Also it's an historical corset, so the thumbnail is how it would be worn 😊
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  65.  @juliasmith9747  Thanks! But it has nothing to do with courage. It has to do with the fact that I'm just not comfortable with that. Have a nice day.
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  66. I’d like to make one at some point! Though it’s a pretty big research project with not a lot of available sources sadly so it would take a while to prepare 😊
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  67. My pleasure! I’m glad it was helpful.
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  68.  @amandashort6762  hi! It’s wonderful that you’re interested in more historical styles. I can’t recommend wearing a corset unless you’re over the age of 18, as I’m not a doctor. I would say speak with your doctor about whether or not that’s okay, along with your parents. If you are, however, over the age of 18, unfortunately I don’t know of many places where you’ll be getting really good quality that will last and will support you correctly, while also being extremely affordable. The closest I can think of if you are in the US is Timeless Stitches (their website is T Stitches dot com). They sell some more affordable corsets and I believe you can ask them for custom sizing. I would always try to get your custom measurements fitted to the corset, especially centre back length, as that will offer the most comfort and safest experience. Thanks for your compliments 😊
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  69. Hahaha that's awesome! It's great to see some male representation of corset-wearing since there isn't a ton of it on the internet (yet hopefully). And yes!! It is incredibly hug-like and does make one feel so confident too 😊
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  70. These ones are just drawers which are slightly more on the “modern” side as they’re closed crotch. I sometimes wear these to sleep in, but I threw them on for the cartwheel for privacy lol.
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  71.  @nian60  thanks for that! It’s very much appreciated 😊
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  72. Hi! This will depend greatly on your body, the corset type, and also how it’s made by the corsetiere. My corsetiere asked me how much reduction to aim for, and did so for the pattern. I only wanted one or two inches reduction, and because I don’t squish much, the corset actually tends to even add bulk to my waist. I’d say that if your goal isn’t to tight lace then a couple of inches is generally a good balance, but also if the corset fits well, it shouldn’t be uncomfortable regardless of the reduction.
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  73. Thank you!
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  74. Your comment is super useful, as it is kind and encouraging, so I really appreciate it 😊 The best of luck with your corset wearing journey!
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  75. Thanks for this comment! I'm sure it'll be very useful for those looking to buy corsetry and viewing their options 😊
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