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Feb 29, 2024 36 min

Misunderstood Unmentionables

from Conjuring Curiosities

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 instagram Follow us on tiktok for videos that cover a condensed version of each topic! SOURCES: Kate Tattersall - Early Victorian Undergarments Part 1 Vintage Dancer - Victorian Stockings, Socks, Hosiery, Tights & History Lancaster History - How Victorian Women used the Privy in Multiple Layers of Clothing Historical Sewing - Passionate About Petticoats Recollections - The Victorian Skirt – from Petticoats to Bustle: Part 1 Wardrobe Shop - THE COMPLEX HISTORY OF HOOP SKIRTS Victoria and Albert Museum - Corsets, crinolines and bustles: fashionable Victorian underwear Victorian Underwear - The Victorian Gentleman Undressed Sustainable Rookie - Your Clothes Are Probably Made Of Plastic: What Fabrics To Avoid Victoria and Albert Museum - Collections

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