Brassiere History

The Evolving Shape of Underwear Bra: Brassiere History

Bra or Brassiere is a practical garment invented to support a woman’s breasts. The purpose of Bras through out history has been a different one. This graphic offers an overview of the cultural history of the ladies’ undergarment. It traces the origin of the Bra from as far back as Ancient Greece and follows through the many evolution including the rise of the Corsets, Backless Brassiere and Underwire— until it reached the wearable tech Bras of today. Also see Evolution of Women’s Swimwear.


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2 responses to “The Evolving Shape of Underwear Bra: Brassiere History”

  1. CruelMistress Avatar
    CruelMistress

    This is a nice historic view of the bra. Besides shaping our breasts, the bra has also shaped women’s fashion and modern sex appeal.

  2. Franky Avatar
    Franky

    Bra is not a thing invented by women to support or cover their breast. It is a thing forced by the patriarchy on women.

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