Our black cotton corset top combines the figure-flattering shape you love from What Katie Did with the versatility of a wearable wardrobe piece. While it’s not designed as a full waist training corset, it delivers dramatic waist definition and a curve-enhancing silhouette far beyond what you’d find in a corset top from mainstream fashion brands.

At a Glance:

Made from double-layer cotton for durability and comfort, this corset top is reinforced with a cotton waist tape, 6 spiral steel bones, and 4 flat steel bones on the lacing panel. The construction uses the same quality boning and two-piece eyelets as our Demi Corsets—absolutely no flimsy plastic here. Ethically made in our main lingerie factory in India, this corset top reflects our commitment to craftsmanship and responsible production.

• Our Rita Dress is a 1950s milkmaid, or peasant, dress that features an elasticated neckline and sleeves that gathers the top of the bodice. This style of dress was hugely popular in the 1950s and is perfect for anyone looking to achieve that vintage look. Can be worn off or on the shoulders and is cut tightly to accentuate your waistline.

  1950s Black Milkmaid Dress Tailored for a True Vintage Look

  The dress fastens at the side with a period-correct metal ykk zip, while the skirt is designed to finish just below your knee for that authentic retro look.

   

• Our 1950s Black Milkmaid Dress does not have a belt so it’s designed to fit your waist snugly to show off your curves. The waist is a little smaller than our other clothing styles so please check your waist measurement on our sizing page before ordering.

  This dress has a metal YKK zip opening on one side and a 29.5” hemline to waist measurement (size 12).

  The material is 100% cotton.

  It’s made ethically in our main factory in India.

   

Designed to finish high on the hip, there’s no need for a hip measurement. The bustline is cut to saucily just cover the nipple—safe to wear on its own (though we recommend layering over a liner) or over our lace Priscilla Babydoll top for a layered vintage look. The timeless black cotton fabric coordinates effortlessly with your existing wardrobe: think sleek pencil skirts, cigarette or capri pants, or wide-leg trousers. For a subtle boudoir-inspired edge, it also works beautifully as semi-lingerie, peeking from beneath a cardigan.

Sized by dress size, each corset top is cut with a slightly smaller waist to allow for cinching. The listed waist measurement is when the garment is fully closed; if you prefer a lacing gap, simply size down.

Add authentic vintage-inspired shaping to your wardrobe with a corset top that’s as practical as it is striking—just what you’d expect from What Katie Did.