OK, Bloomer!
An episode of the COVERED podcast, hosted by Natalie Brennan and Ruby Redstone, titled "OK, Bloomer!" was published on June 4, 2024 and runs 43 minutes.
June 4, 2024 ·43m · COVERED
Summary
In the 1850s, a crew of American women began wearing pantalettes to indicate themselves as forward-thinking ‘New Women.’ How did these undergarments get the name bloomers? Amelia Bloomer, of course. But, they weren’t really her invention at all. We also chat all things shorts: from our historical favourites to a new microtrend we’re claiming to have named. For links from today’s episode, including shopping recommendations from the hosts and show notes, visit covered.substack.com. Covered is hosted by Ruby Redstone and Natalie Brennan. Ruby Redstone is a writer and fashion historian. Her newsletter, Old Fashioned, examines the history of dress and personal style. Natalie Brennan is a writer and podcast producer, interested in the intersection of history and culture. Her newsletter, ISO, looks at style through the lens of yearning and desire.
Episode Description
In the 1850s, a crew of American women began wearing pantalettes to indicate themselves as forward-thinking ‘New Women.’ How did these undergarments get the name bloomers? Amelia Bloomer, of course. But, they weren’t really her invention at all. We also chat all things shorts: from our historical favourites to a new microtrend we’re claiming to have named.
For links from today’s episode, including shopping recommendations from the hosts and show notes, visit covered.substack.com. Covered is hosted by Ruby Redstone and Natalie Brennan.
Ruby Redstone is a writer and fashion historian. Her newsletter, Old Fashioned, examines the history of dress and personal style. Natalie Brennan is a writer and podcast producer, interested in the intersection of history and culture. Her newsletter, ISO, looks at style through the lens of yearning and desire.
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