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    quality of the make of the dress. These frilly, overdone dresses that kept up with the rest of the Victorian era, were made to be very tight and very, very uncomfortable. It even affected the way one sat, walked, and the very body language she used. the corset and bodice were the main culprits in this, as well as the fashion of wearing pointed shoes, along with stockings and accessories. Men on the other hand were an opposite fashion trend then then the woman. While the style was still formal…

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    2016 Fashion Trends Inspired by Sexy Old School Style At this time of year we’re all already tired of hearing the fashion trends’ ‘New Year, new me’ statements. Well, breathe a sigh of relief, because here you’ll find what you really need to enter 2016 in style; a throwback to the sexy old school styles that had your digital cameras clicking. Whilst it’s easy – in fact necessary, to let go of trends such as fishnet tights and jeans with no back pockets (because the inconvenience is just too much…

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    but Yetta and Bella had no ruffles whatsoever which meant they were poorer than pig. Just what one wore meant how one would be treated and how one should act.Clothing statements were shown through three ways, first through design, second through corsets, thirdly through ruffles and lastly through hats In 1911, the…

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    deliver a new corset which at first glimpse Mrs. Van Buren believes it 's too risqué, but after Esther tells her, "it 's all the rave in Paris and at the negro clubs," Mrs Van Buren was more than delighted to purchase. The silk corset draped with beads along the rim presented a "push-up" image for Mrs. Van Buren 's cleavage which Esther ensured would have her husbands hands all over her. As beautiful as it was, the topic of the conversation was bound to switch from Mrs. Van Buren 's corset to…

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    Love handles, thunder thighs, and bingo wings. While on paper these words are just that-words. However, they take on a more powerful and damaging meaning when a woman applies these words to describe her body. For centuries women have been judged on their appearance. From the Victorian Era to women of today, society has always decided what real beauty is. Today, the media’s portrayal of what the “ideal woman” should be is constantly changing. More often than not, this “ideal woman” is…

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    During 1800-1820, women in Europe always carry a small handbag called reticule, with a drawstring at the top. Originally, reticules served as the function of pockets as the silhouettes of women’s gown was getting narrower. Thus, I think women from every class could use the reticules for carrying their belongings. Reticules could be made from all kinds of fabrics. However, upper-class and wealthier women always carried the reticules made from silk or velvet decorated by embroidery and beading…

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    The chosen garment that will be discussed in detail is the iconic corset designed by the American corset couture designer Maggie Norris who is one of the designers involved with the brand Trashy Lingerie. This corset was chosen for Caitlyn Jenner as the outfit for the cover image of Vanity Fair. This essay will cover the following topics: historical/cultural context, formal elements, and its meaning. This corset which was designed by Maggie Norris was worn by Caitlyn Jenner in her worldwide…

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    Essay On Corsets

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    The ultimate standard of beauty is the hourglass curved female body. The prior statement is truth according to hegemonic ideology conditioning by society. Corsets and waist trainers are pop culture manifestations and embodiments of the “ideal woman” ideology. Waist trainers are constantly endorsed and promoted by female celebrities. The behavior of female celebrity waist training endorsement further promotes the ideology of a perfect female physique. Corsets have been a part of women’s lives…

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    Corset Cincher Essay

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    LMB Workout Style 1024 Latex Waist Cincher Review Introduction An hourglass figure in universally admired and desired by women, and yet some women cannot attain such shape naturally. To help those women, LMB presents its Colombian manufactured latex waist training corset. The corset adjusts to your figure perfectly, exerting just the pressure required and giving additional support to the body. The soft and comfortable cincher can be put on for waist training, as shapewear or while playing…

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    Corset Training Benefits

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    Training The numerous benefits of wearing corsets are what attract thousands of women to this classic invention. The results are instantaneous and evidence by simmer waistline upon wearing a corset and there are sought after long-term benefits to be expedited as well. You will improve your posture, sculpt our figure and prevent any injury. Still not convinced? Let's check out a long list of amazing physical benefits today. • Did you know that wearing corsets could strengthen your back and help…

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