When discussing historical fashion, chances are the topic will lead to corsets. As soon as that word is mentioned, one (or more) of the following statements abound: “Women couldn’t breathe in corsets and fainted frequently. That’s why there’s fainting couches.” “But did you know women had ribs surgically removed to tight lace?” “Women were forced … Continue reading Make No (Whale)Bones About It: Debunking those Corsetry Myths