The Evolution of Bridal Lingerie

the evolution of BRIDAL lingerie Breasts as Weapons B.C.E (pre-Madonna) 2000 YEARS OF lingeñe 2500 The Minoans of Crete used strips of leather curved around their breasts Classical Function over Civilizations Form The Middle Pretty on Ages the Outside shoving them forward, upward and out of their clothing, emphasizing their warrior-like" appearance. Not pretty but functional, Ancient Greek women wore binding bands of gauze around their breasts called mastodeton. The Romans, whose fashion sense was close to the Greeks, called this band mamillere and fascia. European women wore plain linen chemises under their clothes purely to keep their outer clothes dlean. Washing was not a priority. They didn't call it the Dark Ages for nothing. 1300s Beginnings of Shapewear Women began wearing stiff linen bodices called cottes to flatten their breasts and cinch their waists under tailored outerwear. Later, women would use glue to further stiffen the linen creating early corsets. The Elizabethans: 1500s Baby Got Back Farthingales or hoops were wom to accentuate the elongated waist created by whalebone corsets. Women also wore a 'bum roll'or stiffened linen roll to make 1800s The Victorians: Sexy Prudes •The hourglass figure ideal emerged during the Victorian era. Elastic corsets were invented, crinoline created full skirts and women began wearing frilly pantaloons and the first silk underwear. Underclothes were colourful and lacy. their hips appear wider. Hooks & snaps were invented to prevent corsets from opening accidentally and undergarments became decorative with lace. • Victorian eroticism involved anticipation. Getting undressed was an arduous task with all those clothes and the process gave rise to the STRIP TEASE. Women Get Bras & Athletic Wear Still Can't Vote late 1800s •In 1876, garters that held up stockings were invented and French dancers showed them off by dancing the Can-Can kicking their legs in the air so the audience could see their Marie Tuceks "Breast Supporter" is an early bra with two separate pockets for each breast, shoulder straps, and hook & eye closures. Women also began wearing knickers so they could enjoy the invention of the bicycle. sexy garters and stockings underneath 1907 Fashion Gets Sassy 1912 Bras Go Academic The word "Brassiere" appears in the Oxford Dictionary. The word "Brassiere" first appears in Vogue magazine. 1914 Bras Get More Comfortable, Women Still Can't Vote Mary Phelps Jacob patents her "backless brassiere" - alighter weight bra separating the breasts more naturally 1920s Women Get The Vote & Breasts Go Out of Style · WARNERS created a tight fitting bra that flattened rather than supported the bust during the "Flapper" era. · MAIDENFORM hired Ida Rosenthal who created the internationally adopted cup sizes, A, BCD, etc 1930s Depression Era Nov. 8, 1927. W. BOSENTHAL No Money, Big Breasts MASSIR 1,648,464 • PADDED BRAS becomes the norm to help enhance the women's shape. RUBBER CORSETS were also developed but they were hazardous if one stood too close to the fire. LMADA Nov. 6, 1927. W. ROSENTHAL MASI Piet et. . WWII It's Not Just Parachute Material ... Manufacturers began to develop synthetic materials & Juoe 10, 1941. 2245A13 incorporate them into undergarments. 1960s What Does One Wear Under A Kaftan? 1965 Comfortable fabrics such as L S Lycra or Spandex are used and more creative styles and sizes of bras are offered. 2000s Breasts, Waists, Corsets, Panties ... The Vote. Advancements in technology, materials & understanding of a women's body means anything goes. BRIDALingerie Contemporary options for the Wedding day/night Designers today dream up innovative patterns & dramatic lines. There is a style of bridal lingerie that suits every woman's personality & silhouette. PRACTICAL PURPOSE OF BRIDAL LINGERIE Bridal Body Shaper for the Perfect Silhouette • Shaper underwear, now made from soft stretchy fabrics that control without restricting or squashing the body, has come a long way since the girdles & corsets of yesteryear. Bridal Bras • Satin lace push-up bras keep everything in its place. • Strapless bras & plunge bras will show cleavage off to its full effect, • Backless body suits provide a good level of support or the chest while flattening the stomach. · An adhesive bra will provide plenty of support without showing, when a backless dress is worn. Panties Something invisible & comfortable. SEDUCTIVE LINGERIE • Bustiers & Thongs • Crotchless Panties • Babydoll Sets • Fishnet Cami Sets • It's traditional to wear a garter, so. Bridal Slip why not wear This is worn if the wedding dress does not have a lining or is made from clingy, sheer fabric. STO(KINGS &A G-STRING with it? Sources SEXY LINGERIE ezinearticles.com/IHot-Lingerie:-Hot-Lingerie-For-Your-Wedding-Day www.knickersnlace.net Sany Sephistieation on a Rerdget! madsem.wikispaces.com www.randomhistory.com