Brassieres Collection

Advert for J. Roussel underwear 1949
A blonde bombshell model wears a rather elaborate creation. Date: 1949

Fewer Falsies For Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio: July, 1949. X-ray testing for tuberculosis in six cities has revealed that the women of Cleveland use less synthetic torso curves than those of any of the other cities

A la Perséphone. Corsets de Paris, 1889. Creator: Anonymous
A la Persephone. Corsets de Paris, 1889. Private Collection

Model in Bra and Girdle Posing with Beautiful Curves Approaching Sign
2630032 Model in Bra and Girdle Posing with Beautiful Curves Approaching Sign, 1948 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American

Victorian corset, End 1890s. Artist: Anonymous
Victorian corset, End 1890s. Found in the collection of Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Two adverts from Kestos, brassieres and girdles and Debenham & Freebody beach outfit. Date: May 1940

Advert for Kestos lingerie 1939
Women wearing new girdles and high-line brassiers. Date: 1939

Costume worn by Cindy Herron in "Giving Him Something He Can Feel"video, 1992
Elbow-length black gloves, part of a costume worn by African-American singer-songwriter, model and actor Cindy Herron (born 1961), a founding member of the R&B/pop group En Vogue

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove brassiere 1937
Woman modelling the new Gothic, with its fashionable bust-line. 1937

Woman in Lingerie Sitting Reading a Book, 1955 (screen print)
2630050 Woman in Lingerie Sitting Reading a Book, 1955 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Marjolaine, 1896. Creator: Feure, Georges de
Marjolaine, 1896. Private Collection

Advertisement for womens undergarments. Date: 1940

Advertisement for womens undergarments

Manufacture Royale de corsets, 1897. Creator: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Manufacture Royale de corsets, 1897. Private Collection

Do not look into it. Private Collection

A La Dame Blanche. Fabrique de Lingerie, c. 1900. Private Collection

Do not enter, . Private Collection

Corsets. Boulevard de Strasbourg, 1912. Artist: Atget, Eugene (1857-1927)
Corsets. Boulevard de Strasbourg, 1912. Found in the collection of International Museum of Photography and Film, Rochester

Woman standing from the front, clasping her corset, ca. 1883. Artist: Degas, Edgar (1834-1917)
Woman standing from the front, clasping her corset, ca. 1883. Private Collection

Young Woman Adjusting Her Corset, 1893. Artist: Carriere-Belleuse, Pierre (1851-1933)
Young Woman Adjusting Her Corset, 1893. Private Collection

Woman Adjusting Her Corset, 1896. Artist: Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri, de (1864-1901)
Woman Adjusting Her Corset, 1896. Private Collection

Venetian Courtesan, From: Diversarum nationum habitus... Artist: Bertelli, Pietro (active 1580-1616)
Venetian Courtesan, From: Diversarum nationum habitus.... Private Collection

Manufacture Royale, 1897. Artist: Privat-Livemont, Henri (1861?1936)
Manufacture Royale, 1897. From a private collection

Choristers, c. 1925. Found in the collection of Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Corset. Artist: Anonymous
Corset. Found in the collection of Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Wartime underwear article, Britannia and Eve magazine, 1940
Page from Britannia and Eve magazine, September 1940, reporting on various types of foundation garments to ensure a controlled figure under clothing

Advert for J. Roussel lingerie 1939
Personally for you. A belt by J. Roussel gives you the feeling of slimness and freedom. The Roussel method of expert individul consideration given to each figure control problem

Advert for Maiden Form bra with uplift 1936
For lovely rounded uplift support. Inter-lude. To accomplish a lovely classic roundness of contour, Maiden Form creates Inter-lude brassieres which - by semi-circular stitching - give firm uplift

Advert for Kayser Bondor undergarments & nightdresses 1953
Kayser Bondor, 7 steps to loveliness at prices you can afford. 1953

Advert for FITU muti-stretch skin- fits underwear 1935
FITU muti-stretch skin- fits, newest creation in elastic fabric for corsetry, combining perfect fit with delightful freedom. 1935

Advert for Kestos lingerie 1937
Backless bras for evening and sports wear. 1937

Advert for J. Roussel underwear 1948
A blonde bombshell model wearing the Roussel suspender belt garment, with bullet padding bra. 1948

Advert for Kestos lingerie
The sign of good breeding... Advertisement for the Kestos backless brassiere. Date: 1937

Advert for Gossard underwear 1948

Advertisement for Kestos Backless Brassieres and girdles

Kestos advertisement
Advertisement for Kestos brassieres giving reassuring and firm support under the most revealing of bathing and beach suits in 1933

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"Evolution of Brassieres: A Journey through Fashion and Function" Step into the time machine and explore the captivating world throughout history. From the glamorous 1940s to the alluring Victorian era, these undergarments have played a pivotal role in shaping women's fashion. In 1949, J. Roussel underwear took center stage with an enticing advert that showcased their latest collection. With "Fewer Falsies For Cleveland, " they revolutionized comfort and support for women everywhere. Kestos, known for their innovative designs, captured hearts in May 1940 with two striking adverts featuring brassieres and girdles. Meanwhile, Debenham & Freebody presented a beach outfit that exuded elegance during this period. Travel back even further to 1939 when Kestos lingerie stole the spotlight with its enchanting advert. The allure of their designs was undeniable as they celebrated femininity like never before. A mesmerizing image from May 1940 showcases a model posing confidently in a bra and girdle, accentuating her beautiful curves while approaching a sign that symbolizes empowerment. Delve deeper into history to witness the charm of Victorian corsets from the late 1890s. These intricate pieces were crafted by anonymous artists who understood how to enhance a woman's silhouette flawlessly. During wartime in 1940, Britannia and Eve magazine shed light on essential underwear articles that provided both comfort and resilience amidst challenging times. Journey back to 1939 when J. Roussel lingerie captivated audiences once again with an irresistible advert showcasing their exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. Fast forward to1953 when Kayser Bondor introduced undergarments & nightdresses designed for ultimate sophistication and comfort - truly embracing modernity without compromising style or gracefulness. The year is now1992.