Guêpières 

Guêpière or Bustier?

A bustier is a feminine garment worn close to the body, often strapless, which can be worn independantly. Unlike a guêpière which aims to sculpt the silhouette and highlight the bodies curves, a bustier is often lighter, less restrictive, and can be worn more casually. In addition, a bustier does not necessarily have the function of supporting the chest, which is the goal of a guêpière. Lastly, a guêpière is often longer than a bustier, stopping at the hips or lower, while a bustier usually covers only the upper body.

Guêpière or Corset?

Historically, a corset was used to compress the waist, refine the silhouette, and to straighten the back. This is why the corset has laces at the back, to allow optimal tightening. Designed to give shape to the silhouette, refine the waist, and enhance the chest, the corset has a more rigid structure than a guêpière. Today, a corset is perceived as a refined and elegant piece of lingerie, though it remains of a less classic use than a guêpière.

A guêpière acts as an imancipation of the corset, intended to offer a beautiful piece of lingerie that supports the chest and refines the silhouette, but in a less restrictive manner. A guêpière is composed of a bra and garter belt for added freedom of movement and seduction. Thus, a guêpière will support your chest and shape your sillhouette without compressing your waist. If guêpières are generally more comfortable to wear on a daily basis than corsets, the latter have been able to modernize their design for added comfort, like the Altea corset, which can be worn as a single piece.

Why wear a guêpière?

A guêpière is often chosen for its sensual and sexy side, but also because it is a lingerie piece that allows you to highlight your silhouette without sacrificing comfort. A guêpière can be worn under a tight dress or alone to create a seductive look. A guêpière can boost your self-confidence and help you feel your most desireable and beautiful. It can also be a key element of wedding lingerie to blend romanticism and sensuality with refinement. Lastly, a guêpière can be a great alternative as it is generally more comfortable and lighter to wear than a traditional corset, while offering the same sculpting effect.