Underwire and Bra FAQs (rec.crafts.textiles.sewing) Some words appear to be needed on just what these FAQs are for and about. It used to be obvious to people, but of late I've been getting obnoxious email in response to the FAQs. Note also, that I rarely answer paper mail, I don't usually have the time or interest unless it's interesting to me for some usually personal reason. I get a lot of ...

Turns out that Wonder-bra is not a fashion of the twentieth century alone. With historically authentic pictures and references, Dr. (Mrs.) Jyotsna Kamat discusses the blouses and brassieres of ancient India.

Illustrated article about the history of underwear. Feature article from MetroActive - an entertainment, news, and arts online resource in San Francisco.

Illustrated, in-depth article chronicles the history of corsets.