Four Outfits For A Year
During the 19th century, fashion was not about looking great. It was more about saving money and practicality. The upper class was the people who wore different outfits every single day. Most people had only one outfit for each season. Yes, this applied even to undergarments! They might wash the clothes every few weeks, but this was not the norm. Some people had a fifth outfit for formal events.
Four Outfits For A Year
Shoe Polish Was Very Poisonous
During the early 20th century, shoe polishes used an ingredient called nitrobenzene. This made the shoes look slick and shiny, although it was toxic enough to make one faint upon inhalation. It was even more dangerous when mixed with alcohol. Keep in mind that modern shoe polish is still deadly when ingested.
Shoe Polish Was Very Poisonous
