This episode, Clara can no longer contain her corset knowledge! She tells Sabrina about the intricate history of corsets, and debunks the myths surrounding these iconic garments. Contrary to popular belief, corsets were not always the suffocating torture devices depicted in period dramas. In fact, they served a multifaceted purpose in Victorian society, offering support, shaping silhouettes, and even promoting better posture.
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VIDEO MENTIONED:
I Grew Up in a Corset. Time to Bust Some Myths.
SOURCES:
Victoria and Albert Museum Collections
Lemelson Mit - Mary Jacob Brassiere
Messy Nessy - Men Wore Corsets, History Says
Wikipedia - Corset controversy
Lancaster History - Make No (Whale)Bones About It: Debunking those Corsetry Myths
Lives & Legacies - Stay Informed About Historical Undergarments
Victoria and Albert Museum - Collections (Photos)
Fashion History Timeline - 1800-1809
Smithsonian Magazine - What ‘Bridgerton’ Gets Wrong About Corsets
Lara Corsets - About anti-corset propaganda....
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