It came with threads showing, I had to snip for it to look fresh. If I was in a store and could see the top I likely would not have purchased it. It’s velvet but it is not a corset. Fabric is shorter in back then front to enhance waste but the piping in front isn’t supported by plastic, it’s just verticals stripes. Means it is tight and sexy around the boobs but big around the waste with an odd ‘high/low’ look unless you are pairing it with high rise bottoms. Overall I will probably wear it on a night out once but keep looking for a corset.

I'm so in love with this top! Kinda stretchy (I have a huge bust) and it fits so nicely! You can dress it up or down! Got so many compliments wearing it! Love it with a cute pair of high waisted jeans :)