Chicago Boudoir's Guide to Lingerie: The Basque

Have you heard of The Basque?

The Basque is a version of a traditional corset. Like many pieces of lingerie, it’s origin is French by way of the Basque region of Spain. The Basque bodice was either a corset or bodice that constricted the waist and extended over the waistline to the top of the hips.

In modern times it sometimes doesn’t include the boning that the French used in centuries past, but it is always form-fitting and often includes supportive bra cups.

The Basque is typically accessorized with a matching panty and garter clips for stockings.

The basque is a great choice for almost every body type—form fitting and classic in style. It can give a very slender figure some support at the bust. It can give a curvier body type a nice waist and support.