About US

Elise Andrucson Truong corset designer from Edmonton Alberta Canada.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER

I identified what moves me as an artist and found myself creating for the burlesque community. I am inspired by old-world glamour aesthetics but not ideals. I’m influenced by the iconic misfits throughout history, and surround myself with those who carry themselves similarly. I tend to live vicariously through these folk, and what better way to honour this than to share my inherited love for costume design and corset them in my work.

My name is Elise Truong, and I am a third-generation Chinese dressmaker in Amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton), who discovered a deep love for clothing design while growing up in my mother’s tailor shop. Corsetry lies at the heart of my practice. They were the first garments I learned to create and remains the cornerstone of my work. Through corset-making, I was introduced to the world of cabaret and burlesque. What began as a passion evolved into a dedicated practice, and I now bring nearly 20 years of experience creating for the burlesque arts. My designs have appeared in award-winning productions across Canada and beyond, amplifying diverse voices, celebrating body sovereignty, and honoring the history of cabaret arts.

The Studio

The Sweet Carousel studio is nestled in the French Quarter of Edmonton, AB, Canada. Our all BIPOC team consists of Elise and her two assistants, Zyryll and Vicky. Our studio is in a private setting that houses our sewing space and showroom with a selection of ready-made corsetry for clients to try on or purchase. One-on-one consultations and fittings are available by appointment.

MILESTONES

Costuming for popstar Lady Gaga, RuPaul’s Drag Race and Canada’s Drag Race contestants (Farrah Moan, Olivia Lux, Melinda Verga, Kiki Coe, Shea Coulee, Lady Camden, Alyssa Hunter, Morphine Love Dion), WWE Wrestler Charlotte Flair and alt-style icons (such as Masuimi Max, Raquel Reed, Sabina Kelley, Lou Lou la Duchesse Derriere, Angie Pontani and dozens of other award-winning burlesque performers).

Feature articles in dozens of magazines and newspapers (such as Bizarre Magazine, Retro Lovely, Fabric Trends, Georgie Magazine, Edmonton Journal), wardrobe for live productions and independent movies (such as Absinthe Las Vegas, All Tease All Shade, Hollywood Grind, Unlucky Charms, The Little Deputy, Man Up: Cirque Electrique, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Theatre Bizarre).

For seven years, Elise helped produce the not-for-profit Edmonton Burlesque Festival which built a platform for local and international burlesque performer communities.

exhibitions

AWARDS

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