# Hourglass Fashion Return of the Corset By Australia123 | Published 2008-01-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corset References: [smh.au](http://www.smh.com.au/news/fashion/corsets-the-cultural-counterpoints/2008/01/17/1200620189262.html) Whether they be the celebrated curve exaggerations or the dreaded body squeezers, [corsets](http://www.smh.com.au/news/fashion/corsets-the-cultural-counterpoints/2008/01/17/1200620189262.html)have always been iconic and synonymous with the female form. They exaggerate the hour-glass figure associated with the ideal female form,: a large bust with tiny waist and curvaceous hips. 21-year-old costume design student, Carly Van Groeningen, partakes in private corset-making classes. Why? Because she loves the challenge and the precision involved in corsetry. **Implications** - The gorgeous model in this shoot is Aris Cologon, a 20-year-old model and client of Melinda Hanley, who rocks a variety of different outfits in this collection with aplomb. Do not be surprised if you see her pop up in major international ad campaigns in the near future, she's a model with potential for superstardom. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Corset Fashion:** As the corset returns to fashion, there are opportunities for disruptive innovation in corset-making techniques, fabrics and comfort features. - **Hourglass Figure Exaggeration:** With a return to the exaggerated hourglass figure in fashion, there are opportunities for disruptive innovation in body contouring, shapewear and lingerie. - **Private Fashion Education:** The rise in private corset-making classes highlights opportunities for disruptive innovation in personalized fashion education, online learning, and workshops. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** As the corset returns to fashion, fashion retailers can capitalize on the trend by offering corset-inspired fashion and accessories. - **Lingerie and Shapewear:** With a return to the exaggerated hourglass figure in fashion, lingerie and shapewear companies can innovate in materials, comfort features and design. - **Online Education:** The rise in private corset-making classes highlights opportunities for online educations platforms to offer personalized, on-demand fashion and design courses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transformative Shaping Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-by-miraclesuit.md) - [Fashion-Forward Shapewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calvin-klein-shapewear.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Amber Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-new-look.md) - [Romantic Size-Inclusive Intimates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabi-gregg.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Complimentary Sculptural Jewelry Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-jewelry-piece.md) - [Voluptuous Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voluptuous-seating.md)