FAQ's

Let's be real—I'd love to fill a market stall with piles of beautiful corsets. But right now, that isn't the most sustainable option for me or our planet at the moment.

Here’s why I choose to make everything to order:

• No Waste: I only cut into materials after an order is placed, which means nothing goes to waste.

• The Perfect Fit: Every piece is crafted specifically for you—no guessing if the size or style will work.

• Creative Freedom: Want a specific adjustment? Awesome! Made-to-order means we can tweak the details to make it uniquely yours.

Someday I might have that overflowing stall at the Renaissance fair... but for now, this approach allows me to be intentional with my craft and kind to the environment.

Redcap Renaissance is not a standard e-commerce store. I specialize in providing a custom service, not selling pre-made items.

To ensure your corset is crafted with intention and perfectly tailored to your vision, I use an order form system. This allows us to collaborate directly on the details of your piece before any payment is processed.

Here’s how the simple, straightforward process works:

Section 1: Your Details

Provide your contact information so I can get in touch regarding your order.

Section 2-4: Your Corset

Select the specific design you want from my existing collection and specify any customizations.

Section 5: Shipping & Policy

Review the shipping details and confirm you agree with the policy.

Final Step: Receive Your Invoice

After you submit the form, I will personally review it and send you a secure invoice with a payment link. I will also forward any additional information to confirm your order details.

This system helps me keep costs down and allows me to focus on what I do best: creating beautiful, high-quality custom corsets for you!

Click here for my order form

And if you want something entirely custom made:

Click here for my Custom corset Order form

Get ready to chat! The process is super collaborative and we'll talk a lot to make sure I bring your dream corset to life.

• Step 1: The Idea: Send me your inspiration—anything from pictures to a detailed description! 

To make this step easier Fill out this form

• Step 2: The Plan: I'll create a design or idea board and give you a price estimate based on all the lovely details.

• Step 3: Let's Do This! Once you approve the design and price, a 50% deposit secures your spot in my queue and lets me buy all your beautiful materials.

• Step 4: I Get to Work: I'll send you updates and might ask you questions. I can make some changes to the corset if needed (Small tweaks are fine, but big changes might affect the price).

• Step 5: It's Ready! I'll show you your finished corset with photos and a video. After you give it a thumbs-up, just pay the final balance and I'll ship it out to you!

Great question! The price isn't one-size-fits-all. It really comes down to what you're dreaming up!

Want one of my existing designs in a different fabulous fabric? The price will be pretty close to what you see on the site.

Dreaming of something totally new with all the bells and whistles? That will be a different price point, as fancy fabrics and complex designs change the cost.

Most of my custom pieces fall somewhere between R600 and R5,000. The very best way to nail down a price?

Just send me a message!

Tell me your idea, share an inspo pick, and I'll give you an estimate. 

We are happy to ship to any address within South Africa. We are based in Potchefstroom and use Courier Guy for all our deliveries.

We offer two convenient shipping options:

• PUDO Locker Pickup: R50. Have your item delivered to a secure PUDO locker near you for easy collection.

• To Door Delivery: R70. We will deliver your parcel directly to your address.

Please allow 3-5 working days for shipping after your item has been made.

We currently do not offer shipping to areas outside of South Africa.
At this time, Redcap Renaissance is focusing on creating and shipping our custom corsets within South Africa.

I would love to bring my wearable art to a global audience in the future! However, to ensure the quality and care of each piece, my small studio is not yet equipped to handle the complexities of international shipping, customs, and taxes.

For the latest updates on when we might expand, please follow along on my social media channels. Thank you for your understanding and support from across the globe!

Every piece is made just for you—meaning it doesn’t exist until you order it!

(this excludes some items in shop)

• Production time:1–2 weeks. Please note that this may vary during busy seasons or holidays. Any unexpected delays will be communicated promptly.

• Shipping time: 3–5 business days once dispatched. (South Africa only)

We’re a small, passionate team—not a warehouse! While we work as quickly as we can, handmade items require time and care. Thank you for understanding.

While we take every precaution to pack your order securely, we are not liable for packages that are lost, stolen, or misdelivered (including errors due to an incorrect address provided by the customer).

The good news is that for your protection, shipping insurance is included on all orders shipped via PUDO.

If your package arrives damaged:

1. Do not discard any packaging! This is required for the claim.

2. Contact us immediately (within 48 hours of delivery) with clear photo and/or video evidence of the damaged item and all packaging materials.

3. We will use this evidence to initiate a claim with our shipping insurer.

Please understand that the resolution and any reimbursement are ultimately subject to the insurer's approval process.

For made-to-order items, I offer a standard size chart. However, for a custom corset or apparel, I create a piece that is tailored specifically to your body for a perfect fit.

To ensure your piece fits like a dream, I will ask you to provide your measurements. Here’s how to measure yourself accurately:

1. Use a soft measuring tape.

2. The tape should sit snugly against your body but not tight—don't squeeze or pull too hard.

3. Move around a little to make sure the tape feels comfortable and secure without digging in.

The key measurements I usually need are:

• Bust

• Underbust

• Waist (at the narrowest point)

• Hip (around the fullest part)

But I'll let you know exactly what measurements I need for your custom piece!