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2. Corset controversy - Wikipedia

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   Women in 1870s gowns wearing corsets. The corset controversy was a moral panic and public health concern around corsets in the 19th century. Corsets, variously called a pair of bodys or stays, were worn by European women from the late 16th century onward, changing their form as fashions changed. In spite of radical change to fashion ...

3. Tightlacing - Wikipedia

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   An advertisement for corsets with waist sizes from 15 to 23 inches (38 to 58 cm) A woman wearing a tight-laced corset, 1890. Note that Victorian photo editing techniques were likely used on this image, simulating a narrower waist.

4. 'Bridgerton' is making corsets cool again. But are they safe ...

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   Clemente points out that all fashion comes down to “body distortion,” but that unlike other body-distorting garments, corsets have stuck around, popping in and out of favor within modern ...

5. How Women’s Sports Uniforms Became So Controversial, Long ...

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   Lenglen refused to wear corsets and instead opted for a loose skirt and short-sleeved top. ... women started wearing shorts and tank tops that were more form-fitting, but it wasn’t until 1984 ...

6. Are corsets safe to wear? Here's what you need to know - AOL

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7. Foundation garment - Wikipedia

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   The Roaring Twenties brought about the "flapper" style, which involved a looser silhouette, but foundation garments were still used to control and shape the body. In the mid-20th century, advancements in fabric technology and the women's liberation movement led to more comfortable and practical options for shaping garments.