The History Of The Bra Is As Long & Complicated As The History Of Women In the World

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The First Modern Bra

According to the Huffington PostHerminie Cadolle invented the first modern bra in 1869. It was basically two-piece support, with the upper part designed with shoulder straps to better support the breasts. Her invention was apparently more comfortable than your average corset. Thank goodness.

The Bra In the 20th Century

 

 

According to Time Magazine, Mary Phelps Jacob invented and patented the “Backless Brassiere” in 1914. The idea came to her when she tried to create a more comfortable bra for a party using two handkerchiefs and ribbon. Her creation was way different than Cadolle’s corset brain that it was lightweight, soft, comfortable to wear, and separated the breasts (no more mono-boob!).

The Roaring Twenties

Thanks to Ida Rosenthal and her company Maidenform, bras with cups are first introduced to the market. Different sized cups are also offered at this time. Hallelujah!