Tight Laced: The History of the Corset

The Wayback When Podcast by Hannah & Maria

Episode notes

In this week's episode we walk through the long and complicated history of one of the world's most controversial and misunderstood garments. From the Ancient Minoans to modern TikTok trends, the corset has truly stood the test of time but what made it the garment we know today? And have we been fed a false narrative about it's purpose? Find out in this week's episode of The Wayback When Podcast.

Sources for this episode:

  • Dress and Undress by Elizabeth Ewing
  • Fashion in Detail by The V&A
  • Corset Story UK
  • V&A Collection
  • The MET Muesum Collection

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