http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61?format=rss Tribe.net. Local Connections http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#5683d8a9-5efa-45c0-b1a2-34590b2134d8 I just had a sudden inspiration. I wonder if there are any at The Greenbriar or maybe in Lewisburg? There are a whole slew of upscale shops there. And that's an easy day trip from Charleston, provided you take the main roads, and don't try to go the old route along the river. I did that once -- I was doing some surveying at Cabin Creek, staying at the Holiday Inn in Charleston, and went to visit my in-laws in Richwood over the weekend. That was a haul! Sat, 28 Feb 2009 06:40:02 GMT http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#5683d8a9-5efa-45c0-b1a2-34590b2134d8 David/Lizzie 2009-02-28T06:40:02Z http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#c8013055-6fed-48ee-ba85-1406a9fcfb7e I've been quite surprised by this myself. I really thought I'd be able to get a corset made locally in Charleston or maybe Huntington. While Charleston is metropolitan in comparison to the rest of the state, we lag behind cities such as Chicago. Overall, I'll stay here (pun not intended) and either try my hand at making my own travel to a custom shop in Ohio or Pennsylvania. Mike Sun, 22 Feb 2009 03:19:04 GMT http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#c8013055-6fed-48ee-ba85-1406a9fcfb7e Mike 2009-02-22T03:19:04Z http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#f0b3c4ad-f10c-4464-ab49-314984606b09 I did a Google search for corsets in Charleston, and was mildly surprised to find none. Oh, there are the usual undergarment retailers, but no made-to order places. I guess you'll have to hop on I 64 and drive either east or west for a couple of hundred miles. When I was in Charleston, I got the impression it was a more cosmopolitan city than that. Oh well ... I will say, I am pleased with th one I just got from Alter ego. The fit is not bad, considering it is not made-to measure, and the finish is much better than I expect for a leather corset for $150.00. I would definately buy from them again. When I ordered it, Katharen sent me a reply, saying that she recommended a different size, given my natural waist measurement. I took her at her word, and she was, as the British would say, "Spot on." Sat, 21 Feb 2009 06:24:23 GMT http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#f0b3c4ad-f10c-4464-ab49-314984606b09 David/Lizzie 2009-02-21T06:24:23Z http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#98222f83-3754-4c10-95f8-7ea3eef090c5 Mike, Did you ever hear back from anyone? I'm also in WV... and am curious. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 21:10:57 GMT http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#98222f83-3754-4c10-95f8-7ea3eef090c5 Swan 2009-02-17T21:10:57Z http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#c9f33b2d-d652-4277-b654-8d4a00eb4295 I'm in Charleston. If there's anyone in the Charleston or Huntington area, I'd love to find them. Mike Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:34:36 GMT http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#c9f33b2d-d652-4277-b654-8d4a00eb4295 Mike 2009-02-13T07:34:36Z http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#53afa745-f0ef-4e40-a5bd-5ca0afc99d19 There must be someplace in Charleston or HUnington. Where in West by God, are you? If You'r up in the panhandle, it might be easier to deal with someplace around Pittsburgh or in Ohio. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:51:05 GMT http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#53afa745-f0ef-4e40-a5bd-5ca0afc99d19 David/Lizzie 2009-02-12T19:51:05Z http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#f7c36da3-e43c-4696-8728-0bb1eda56f1c I'm looking for either someone who makes corsets or a corset supply in or near West Virginia. If you have the knowledge and are willing to help me on this journey, please let me know. iBorg Wed, 11 Feb 2009 01:55:51 GMT http://corsets.tribe.net/thread/df34efa4-c231-4bbe-beea-9e9dae28ff61#f7c36da3-e43c-4696-8728-0bb1eda56f1c Mike 2009-02-11T01:55:51Z