Corset

Abstract

A new and improved corset comprising an inner lining and an outer lining coupled together, and forming a cavity therebetween, and having one or more flexible boning strips positioned in the cavity in a substantially longitudinal orientation. The flexible boning strips can be secured to the inner and outer linings by stitching. The corset includes a securing mechanism by which the edges of the inner and outer linings are brought together and secured around the wearer.

1 ) A corset comprising: 
 a) an inner lining and an outer lining coupled together, and forming a cavity therebetween;    b) one or more flexible boning strips positioned in the cavity in a substantially longitudinal orientation; and wherein the flexible boning strips are secured to the inner and outer linings by stitching;    c) a corset securing mechanism coupled to the inner and outer linings.    
   
   
       2 ) The corset of  claim 1 , wherein the boning strips are plastic strips.  
   
   
       3 ) The corset of  claim 2 , wherein the boning strips are approximately ½″ wide.  
   
   
       4 ) The corset of  claim 1 , wherein the inner and outer lining are a single piece of material.  
   
   
       5 ) The corset of  claim 1 , wherein the inner and outer linings are spandex.  
   
   
       6 ) The corset of  claim 1 , wherein the securing mechanism is a series of grommets and a corresponding lace.