EPISODE · Feb 29, 2024 · 36 MIN
Misunderstood Unmentionables
In this episode, Clara tells Sabrina about Victorian undergarments. From crinolines to drawers, and chemises to petticoats, we'll undress the secrets of each undergarment and its role in shaping the silhouette of the era. Join us as we examine how these garments were worn, why they were necessary, and the surprising ways they influenced Victorian fashion. But wait, weren't all those layers unbearably hot? And why is it that vintage and antique clothes always seem so tiny? Listen to this episode to find out!See photos discussed in this episode on our instagramFollow us on tiktok for videos that cover a condensed version of each topic!SOURCES:Kate Tattersall - Early Victorian Undergarments Part 1Vintage Dancer - Victorian Stockings, Socks, Hosiery, Tights & HistoryLancaster History - How Victorian Women used the Privy in Multiple Layers of ClothingHistorical Sewing - Passionate About PetticoatsRecollections - The Victorian Skirt – from Petticoats to Bustle: Part 1Wardrobe Shop - THE COMPLEX HISTORY OF HOOP SKIRTSVictoria and Albert Museum - Corsets, crinolines and bustles: fashionable Victorian underwearVictorian Underwear - The Victorian Gentleman UndressedSustainable Rookie - Your Clothes Are Probably Made Of Plastic: What Fabrics To Avoid Victoria and Albert Museum - Collections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, Clara tells Sabrina about Victorian undergarments. From crinolines to drawers, and chemises to petticoats, we'll undress the secrets of each undergarment and its role in shaping the silhouette of the era. Join us as we examine how these garments were worn, why they were necessary, and the surprising ways they influenced Victorian fashion. But wait, weren't all those layers unbearably hot? And why is it that vintage and antique clothes always seem so tiny? Listen to this episode to find out!See photos discussed in this episode on our instagramFollow us on tiktok for videos that cover a condensed version of each topic!SOURCES:Kate Tattersall - Early Victorian Undergarments Part 1Vintage Dancer - Victorian Stockings, Socks, Hosiery, Tights & HistoryLancaster History - How Victorian Women used the Privy in Multiple Layers of ClothingHistorical Sewing - Passionate About PetticoatsRecollections - The Victorian Skirt – from Petticoats to Bustle: Part 1Wardrobe Shop - THE COMPLEX HISTORY OF HOOP SKIRTSVictoria and Albert Museum - Corsets, crinolines and bustles: fashionable Victorian underwearVictorian Underwear - The Victorian Gentleman UndressedSustainable Rookie - Your Clothes Are Probably Made Of Plastic: What Fabrics To Avoid Victoria and Albert Museum - Collections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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