Men have been using underwear for centuries across different civilizations and perhaps were the first set of covering attire developed by the early man. The paintings or the photographs are available today of the earlier era obviously do not reveal its use, yet it is believed that they have been used for centuries. The style,
A sock is not just a sock… Everyday Socks These socks are for non-formal, everyday wear. They should look good, and be very comfortable. The right pair of everyday socks will provide some cushioning to the foot and will also absorb moisture without smelling. Choose black, navy or grey to work with your entire wardrobe.
Every mum to be must at some point address the need for a maternity bra. Otherwise known as nursing bras, these bras make it easy to breastfeed – but they serve other purposes as well. Maternity bras come in an array of styles and you need to find the right one for you. Fullness and
The slip is the successor to the older petticoat and chemise as worn during the Edwardian era. While the chemise covered the entire torso down to below the knee, the petticoat was worn from the waist down only and often gave shape to the outer garment. A slip can be a full slip or a
August 2, 2015, saw a protest with a difference in Hong Kong. Protesters both male and female demonstrated outside Hong Kong’s police headquarters in support of a woman who was arrested, charged, convicted, and sentenced for using her breast to bump a police officer during another protest. Dozens of male and female activists gathered outside
Compression stockings, otherwise known as “flight socks”, are specifically designed for long-distance travel, specifically on planes. By gently compressing the leg from the knee down, flight socks have been proven to reduce the risk of conditions such as deep vein thrombosis by up to 90%. These socks are also great for reducing the risk of
A bodysuit is an all-in-one garment which covers the torso and crotch, and can be a form of underwear. It often has a snap-crotch for easy access for toileting. Many of us who are old enough will remember our mothers or grandmothers wearing these garments as “foundation” pieces; they were very popular in the 1960’s
What we put in our bras deserves some attention. Breast health is imperative; and breast cancer is not only a very common women’s cancer, but a big fear for most women from middle age. Here are some tips for maximising breast health for a long life and plenty of wellbeing… Maintain a Healthy Weight –
On Sunday July 12, 2015, at 10am, the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney’s inner city suburb of Ultimo is showcasing its exhibition “Undressed: 350 Years of Underwear in Fashion”. This exhibition was organised by London’s famous Victoria and Albert Museum, and features over eighty items from the V&A’s remarkable collection of underwear. Many of these have
There is nothing sexier than a woman slowly pulling up her stockings. Those thin, leg-hugging garments make your legs look so soft and tanned. But when did that all start? Back in the late 1500s, William Lee of Nottinghamshire invented the first knitting machine and made the first machine-made seamed hose. At the time, men