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"Padding: The Art of Comfort and Style Throughout History" Step into the world of padding, where comfort meets style in unexpected ways

Background imagePadding Collection: Advert for Maiden Form bra with uplift 1936

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

Background imagePadding Collection: Protective padded neck roll for use in American Football

Protective padded neck roll for use in American Football

Background imagePadding Collection: Sunset paddling

Sunset paddling
Three paddling boats in water at sunset, Port macquarie, NSW, Australia

Background imagePadding Collection: Prince of Wales tiger shooting 1876

Prince of Wales tiger shooting 1876
Prince of Wales, (later Edward VII) on a shooting expedition in the Terai, padding a tiger. Date: 1876

Background imagePadding Collection: East Africans in Burma

East Africans in Burma
EAST AFRICANS IN BURMA. Photograph of the interior of a Dakota showing some cases with 48-sets ready packed, with heavy padding at the bottom of the cases and the chutes attached, 1944-1945

Background imagePadding Collection: Royal Costume 1566

Royal Costume 1566
Man: jewel-encrusted trunk hose with panes & bombast padding, doublet & cloak. Woman: tight bodice, large under-sleeves, deep fur cuffs, ornate petticoat. Date: 1566

Background imagePadding Collection: Girls padding in the sea

Girls padding in the sea
Aren t we brave. Five girls in red bathing costumes going for a paddle in the sea. Date: C.1905

Background imagePadding Collection: Advert for J. Roussel underwear 1948

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

Background imagePadding Collection: Planet Earth protected by an American football helmet

Planet Earth protected by an American football helmet, painted with stars and stripes

Background imagePadding Collection: Explosive ordnance disposal technician investigates an IED

Explosive ordnance disposal technician investigates an IED
Naval Support Activity, Bahrain, March 6, 2012 - Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician investigates a simulated improvised explosive device during an emergency response training event

Background imagePadding Collection: U. S. Naval Academy plebes compete in the pugil-stick event during Sea Trials

U. S. Naval Academy plebes compete in the pugil-stick event during Sea Trials
Annapolis, Maryland, May 17, 2011 - U.S. Naval Academy plebes compete in the pugil-stick event during Sea Trials, the capstone training exercise for Naval Academy freshmen

Background imagePadding Collection: A U. S. Marine tries running in a bomb suit

A U. S. Marine tries running in a bomb suit
Kunduz, Afghanistan - A U.S. Marine tries running in a German Army EOD blast suit

Background imagePadding Collection: Soldiers dressed in bomb suits examine a suspicious package

Soldiers dressed in bomb suits examine a suspicious package
August 19, 2011 - U.S. soldier (green bomb suit) and a Kyrgyz Republic soldier, X-ray a suspicious package during a bilateral information exchange scenario at the Transit Center at Manas, Kyrgyzstan

Background imagePadding Collection: Soldier dressed in bomb suit inpecting a simulated improvised explosive device

Soldier dressed in bomb suit inpecting a simulated improvised explosive device
May 18, 2016 - An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician inspects a simulated Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during Exercise Tricrab at Naval Base Guam

Background imagePadding Collection: Loyalist protesters attack police lines at the Albertbridge Road in Belfast, Northern

Loyalist protesters attack police lines at the Albertbridge Road in Belfast, Northern
July 12, 2013 - Loyalist protesters attack police lines at the Albertbridge Road in Belfast, Northern Ireland. With the Orange Order demanding its right to walk traditional routes

Background imagePadding Collection: Illustration of a Parasaurolophus baseball catcher

Illustration of a Parasaurolophus baseball catcher

Background imagePadding Collection: 1765767; out of copyright

1765767; out of copyright

Background imagePadding Collection: Christmas Postcard - Jolly Sweep delivering a letter

Christmas Postcard - Jolly Sweep delivering a letter
Christmas Postcard - Jolly Sweep delivering good wishes. Traditionally chimney sweeps used to go door to door wishing (and hopefully bringing) folk good luck

Background imagePadding Collection: Thermogene heat padding advert, 1909 C016 / 2554

Thermogene heat padding advert, 1909 C016 / 2554
Thermogene heat padding advert. This padding, applied to the chest, was described as a counter-irritant calorific cotton wadding impregnated with vegetable essences

Background imagePadding Collection: Girl enjoying herself in paddling pool

Girl enjoying herself in paddling pool

Background imagePadding Collection: Sailors repairing a boat on a ship, WW1

Sailors repairing a boat on a ship, WW1
Men of the British Royal Navy undertaking repairs on a boat on board a ship during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Background imagePadding Collection: Advert for Gossard underwear 1948

Advert for Gossard underwear 1948

Background imagePadding Collection: Boys playing ice hockey

Boys playing ice hockey. They are taking part in a tournament between neighborhood teams in Moscow, Russia. Photographed in February 2005

Background imagePadding Collection: Medical dressing

Medical dressing

Background imagePadding Collection: The New Safety Street for learners / W H Robinson

The New Safety Street for learners / W H Robinson
Illustration by William Heath Robinson. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Background imagePadding Collection: Russian coachman

Russian coachman
A Russian coachman, with a large amount of padding under his coat to keep him warm, taking part in the International Horse Show, Olympia, London

Background imagePadding Collection: Fabrics, rugs, scarves, cushions for sale, Grand Bazaar (Great Bazaar)

Fabrics, rugs, scarves, cushions for sale, Grand Bazaar (Great Bazaar), Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Background imagePadding Collection: Carpets, cushions and rugs for sale near the Muttrah souk

Carpets, cushions and rugs for sale near the Muttrah souk, Muttrah, Muscat, Oman, Middle East



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"Padding: The Art of Comfort and Style Throughout History" Step into the world of padding, where comfort meets style in unexpected ways. From vintage advertisements for J. Roussel underwear and lingerie to charming images of domestic cats finding solace on plush surfaces, it has always been a symbol of luxury and relaxation. In 1949, an advert for J. Roussel underwear showcased the importance of proper padding for ultimate comfort. Just like a kitten curling up on a soft cushion, these undergarments embraced your body with gentle support. But padding isn't limited to just clothing; it extends its influence across various aspects of life. In Cleveland during the mid-20th century, women discovered that fewer falsies were needed thanks to cleverly designed padded bras – revolutionizing their daily routines. Traveling all the way to Burma (now Myanmar), we witness traditional Intha fishermen gracefully gliding through Inle Lake using unique floating gardens as their padded platforms. Their ingenious use of natural materials showcases how they are be both functional and artistic. Even centuries ago, people recognized the value in different contexts. A comic postcard from the early 20th century humorously highlights how protection was sought even while rollerskating - demonstrating that safety is never out-of-style. The artistry involved in creating padded objects is truly remarkable too. An embroidered casket from around 1660 exemplifies intricate craftsmanship by combining silk, canvas, wood, tortoiseshell & silver mounts – transforming an ordinary object into something extraordinary. From upholstering chairs according to meticulous techniques described in encyclopedias dating back to 1819 to engraving tin and lead for added embellishment - every detail counts when it comes to achieving perfect padding. Whether you're lounging comfortably on a well-padded chair or indulging in luxurious lingerie adorned with delicate lace trimmings – one thing remains constant: Padding enhances our lives, providing us with a sense of comfort and elegance that transcends time.