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Corset history

They were popular then, and they're popular still. Although not as constricting as they were several centuries ago, corsets are still a great way to show off your figure and get attention. This page offers plenty of history on how corsets used to be, from Elizabethan times (think "Shakespeare in Love") to the early 1900s. You'll find numerous pictures of these astonishing contraptions (I felt short of breath just looking at them), as well as detailed information on how to make and wear your own corset. The author advises that Elizabethan corsets, "when worn correctly,...are actually comfortable," and provide fantastic breast support. A well-put together site, and a fascinating bit of fashion history.

Mon, 29 Nov 1999 06:09:26 -0800