Emerald, lime, parakeet, moss and the list goes on of all the many wonderful shades of green we can find in clothing today. But how did we first make a green so vibrant and what were the consequences?
8 Dec 2020
The Killer Corset
Ever heard of a woman fainting from her tight laced corset? Or perhaps she fractured a rib to attain the ideal figure? Maybe she was said to be permanently disfigured after a lifetime of corset wear? But were the tight laced corsets of the 1800s actually a killer?
1 Dec 2020
Foundations and Feathers
We all recognise the uses of glamorous feather in fashion, but have you ever thought about the practical feathers you can't see?
24 Nov 2020
Who Invented the Stiletto Shoe?
The heeled shoe that took the world by storm. You would think we would know who invented it, right? But it's not quite as clear cut as you think.
24 Nov 2020
A Warm Welcome!
Welcome one and all! Come and join me on this journey into the depths of fashion history to see the oddities, curiosities and travesties we find along the way!
Host of Fashion and Foibles?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
