“Corset” is often used as a catch-all term for historical foundation garments; but if you want to talk like a fashion historian, there are more terms to learn! 🏛️🧵 From the conical “Bodies” of the 17th century to the engineered “Stays” of the 18th, and finally the iconic hourglass “Corset” of the 19th, the silhouette has evolved as much as the technology behind it. The examples depicted are from the V&A, Manchester Art Gallery, FIT, Westminster Abbey, and others. Want to know more about how th

Fashion History: Early 19th Century Regency and Romantic Styles for Women