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Underwear Collection (page 6)

"From vintage pin-up girls to iconic actresses, it has always played a significant role in fashion and culture

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Clothing: Fashion: Underwear: Caron Gardner modelling bra, knickers and suspenders

Clothing: Fashion: Underwear: Caron Gardner modelling bra, knickers and suspenders. November 1963 E496

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Six-year-old Yasmin Pennial models a see-through negligee

Six-year-old Yasmin Pennial models a see-through negligee and white shorts at the fashion show for tiny tots. October 1969 P006374

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Linda Leigh Fashion Show. Young model has help putting on her dress

Linda Leigh Fashion Show. Young model has help putting on her dress. Underneath she is wearing a bra and girdle November 1952 C5822-001

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Women wearing matching bra and knickers in opposite colours

Women wearing matching bra and knickers in opposite colours. June 1959 P018247

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Models Irena Revels and Ludmilla Leveovil admiring underwear modeled by Joyce

Models Irena Revels and Ludmilla Leveovil admiring underwear modeled by Joyce. Behind Joyce is (c) Valentina Abdolara. July 1956 P018251

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Actress Liz Renay poses for pictures wearing underwear. November 1969 Z11089-010

Actress Liz Renay poses for pictures wearing underwear. November 1969 Z11089-010

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Newspaper boy selling paper to businessman, Philadelphia

Newspaper boy selling paper to businessman, Philadelphia
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Newspaper boy selling paper to businessman, Philadelphia

Background imageUnderwear Collection: The full range of Corsetry Puns and Underwear Jokes

The full range of Corsetry Puns and Underwear Jokes on this humorous Christmas Greetings card with a clothing theme. Date: circa 1906

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Picture No. 12020225

Picture No. 12020225
Orangutan in bikini - Pongo pygmaeus. Digital manipulation Date:

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Victorian corset, End 1890s. Artist: Anonymous

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

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Clothing Fashion Underwear Models Jeanne (left) and Laura (right) July 1993

Clothing Fashion Underwear Models Jeanne (left) and Laura (right) July 1993

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Esther McVey takes over from Fiona Phillips, March 1999

Esther McVey takes over from Fiona Phillips, March 1999. Pictured sitting on the GMTV sofa whilst Fiona is on maternity leave, March 1999

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Background imageUnderwear Collection: Shapely Nightie

Shapely Nightie
30th April 1949: A woman in a nylon nightie by Charmese. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4758 - Nylon For Lingerie - pub. 1949 (Photo by Kurt Hutton/Picture Post/Getty Images)

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Young Girls Underwear

Young Girls Underwear
A girl wears lace & ribbon edged cotton drawers, a chemise, a wadded bodice to keep her chest warm, socks & shoes with a bar across the instep

Background imageUnderwear Collection: come up

come up
Guenther Koci purephoto.at

Background imageUnderwear Collection: There's a girl out there with love in her eyes and flowers in her hair

There's a girl out there with love in her eyes and flowers in her hair
Ruslan Bolgov

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Girl With A Tattoo Dark Red

Girl With A Tattoo Dark Red
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Girl In Lingerie Orange

Girl In Lingerie Orange
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Female Nude Back View Pink

Female Nude Back View Pink
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Portrait Of A Model White

Portrait Of A Model White
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Female Nude Back View

Female Nude Back View
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Girl In Lingerie

Girl In Lingerie
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Portrait Of A Model Beige

Portrait Of A Model Beige
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Young Girl In Underwear

Young Girl In Underwear
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Young Girl In Underwear Pink

Young Girl In Underwear Pink
Francesco Gulina

Background imageUnderwear Collection: the other day on the train

the other day on the train
Ruth Franke

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Marko & Klaudia

Marko & Klaudia
Martin Krystynek MQEP

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Beautiful madness

Beautiful madness
Robert Girmencea

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Nelina in Corset

Nelina in Corset
Dimitar Dachev

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Kinky Boots

Kinky Boots
Marcus Scharrenbroich

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Feet and Cocktail B&w

Feet and Cocktail B&w
Pictufy Studio III

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Self-portrait, 1910 (gouache, watercolour and charcoal on paper)

Self-portrait, 1910 (gouache, watercolour and charcoal on paper)
990803 Self-portrait, 1910 (gouache, watercolour and charcoal on paper) by Schiele, Egon (1890-1918); 45x30 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Self-portrait; Selbstbildnis. Egon Schiele (1890-1918)

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic postcard, Husband after riotous night out Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Husband after riotous night out Date: 20th century

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic postcard, Deaf old man misunderstands pretty young woman Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Deaf old man misunderstands pretty young woman Date: 20th century

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic postcard, Couple at an underwear counter - real silk undies Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Couple at an underwear counter - real silk undies Date: 20th century

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic postcard, Woman in underwear, trying on new hat Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman in underwear, trying on new hat Date: 20th century

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic postcard, Couple getting dressed

Comic postcard, Couple getting dressed Date: 20th century

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic postcard, Two young women in bedroom Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Two young women in bedroom Date: 20th century

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic postcard, Two young women in bedroom

Comic postcard, Two young women in bedroom Date: 20th century

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Annotated illustration warning about the dangers of tight laced corsets on the female

Annotated illustration warning about the dangers of tight laced corsets on the female body. Date: 1906

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Womens undergarments 1935

Womens undergarments 1935
Double page catalogue of womens underwear from 1935. Date: 1935

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Comic seaside postcard sent from Blackpool

Comic seaside postcard sent from Blackpool. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Advert for Aertex men and womens underwear 1933

Advert for Aertex men and womens underwear 1933
Aertex underwear, little cells in the fabric that allow the body to breathe. Date: 1933

Background imageUnderwear Collection: Woman on a Bed, c. 1912-3 (oil on canvas)

Woman on a Bed, c. 1912-3 (oil on canvas)
658002 Woman on a Bed, c.1912-3 (oil on canvas) by Gilman, Harold (1876-1919); 35.5x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman on a Bed. Harold Gilman (1876-1919). Oil on canvas




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"From vintage pin-up girls to iconic actresses, it has always played a significant role in fashion and culture. In David Wright's Pin-up calendar girl from 1950, the allure of lingerie is captured with elegance and grace. Claudia Cardinale, the stunning actress from November 1963 on the set of Circus World, showcases how undergarments can enhance confidence and beauty. Even health campaigns recognized the importance of underwear; as seen in the poster 'Eat More Fruit - for Health and Vitality, ' published by Retail. It emphasized that wearing proper undergarments contributes to overall well-being. Advertisements like English Rose dream corselette (1952) or Pifco electric vibratory massager demonstrate how lingerie evolved over time to cater to women's desires for comfort and style. The English Rose Corsetry advertisement exemplifies timeless sophistication. Behind-the-scenes moments are also worth mentioning when discussing underwear's impact. An intimate backstage moment at Paris Revue reveals how lingerie empowers performers on stage while woven fabric SEM highlights its intricate craftsmanship. David Wright's depiction of a woman reclining in black lingerie reminds us that undergarments have long been associated with sensuality and seduction. Merlin Enabnit's artwork titled 'This cost a pretty figure' emphasizes that investing in quality lingerie is an investment in oneself. Underwear not only enhances physical appearance but also boosts self-confidence. Putting on lipstick, as depicted by David Wright, symbolizes getting ready for any occasion with poise and charm. Lastly, it is important to acknowledge that age should never limit one's appreciation for beautiful undergarments. Linsey Dawn McKenzie, a 16-year-old model featured in March '95 issue proves that embracing personal style starts at any age. " whether it be through artistry or personal expression, underwear remains an essential part of our lives – shaping our bodies while empowering us from within.