Shapewear Through the Ages

This is a men's corset from the 18th century.
Photo credit: Patricia Canino/Musée des Arts Décoratifs

Just the other day a history teacher friend was describing some of the outrageous ways people adorned themselves in the Middle Ages. This got us to talking about how men and women have always devised ways to dress themselves up with makeup, hair accessories,  and clothing to feel more attractive. I find fashion history fascinating so was quite captivated by the story "Shapewear Through the Ages" on National Public Radio. I highly suggest you check it out.