Fashion Through the Ages

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Which undergarment became a practical alternative to a corset?

  • Leggings
  • Bra
  • Camisole (correct)
  • Stockings

When was the first bra introduced?

  • 1914 (correct)
  • 1959
  • 1980s
  • 16th century

Which swimwear design influenced the narrow silhouettes of dresses?

  • Men's swimwear leggings (correct)
  • Shorter hemlines
  • Sleeveless tops
  • Annette Kellerman’s swimsuit

When were stockings invented?

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When did leggings become popular?

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Study Notes

Evolution of Women's Undergarments

  • The brassiere, or bra, became a practical alternative to a corset in the early 20th century.
  • The first bra was introduced in 1913, marking a significant shift in women's undergarments.
  • The introduction of the swimsuit, with its narrow silhouettes, influenced the design of dresses, leading to a shift towards narrower silhouettes.
  • Stockings were first invented in the 10th century, with the first recorded use of stockings dating back to ancient Egypt and Greece.
  • Leggings, a type of tight-fitting garment, gained popularity in the 1960s as a fashion trend.

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