Corsets are certainly nothing new. These articles of clothing have been worn by women (and men, too) for centuries, their popularity dating back at least to the 16th century in Europe. They were designed to firmly cinch the waistline, support good posture and create a desired silhouette, evolving in structure and shape with the shifting trends in fashion. Corsets remained in style as a utilitarian item until sometime around 1920 when they were replaced by the girdle, passi

Marisa and John met one evening in the Murray Hill neighborhood in New York City. Marisa walked into the bar with her sister and John was standing right there, immediately catching her attention. And as it turned out, John was Marisa’s sister’s boyfriend’s best friend from college! Even in NYC, it’s a small world! Their meeting that special night was truly meant to be. Their relationship grew from that day and they fell deeply in love. Then, one holiday season, John deci