Medieval bras could rewrite fashion history

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The University of Innsbruck announced that archaeologists found Medieval bras in an Austrian castle on Wednesday.

The news is a bit shocking especially since most fashion experts believe bras were created 100 years ago.

Beatrix Nutz, the archaeologist who found the ancient lingerie, told media: "We couldn't believe it ourselves. From what we know, there was no such thing as bra-like garments in the 15th century."

The university said they found four bras along with 2,700 mixed garments made of dirt, wool, cotton , and leather.

Bras were originally believed to have been created by New York Socialite Mary Phelps Jacob.



 

 


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