Girdles Collection

Advert for J. Roussel underwear 1949
A blonde bombshell model wears a rather elaborate creation. Date: 1949

Model in Bra and Girdle Posing with Beautiful Curves Approaching Sign
2630032 Model in Bra and Girdle Posing with Beautiful Curves Approaching Sign, 1948 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American

Advert for J Roussel
Advert for the Belt by J Roussel. Date: 1939

Advertisement for women's undergarments. Date: 1936

Advertisement for women's criss-crossed front panel bra and girdle. Date: 1954

Two adverts from Kestos, brassieres and girdles and Debenham & Freebody beach outfit. Date: May 1940

Advert for Kestos lingerie 1939
Women wearing new girdles and high-line brassiers. Date: 1939

Ecclesiastical Costume
LLM455319 Ecclesiastical Costume by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ecclesiastical Costume. Illustration from The Costumes of All Nations by Albert Kretschmer)

Advertisement for womens undergarments. Date: 1940

Advertisement for womens undergarments

1934 advertisement for Kestos Lingerie

Advert for Gossard underwear 1935
The Gossard line of beauty, modern women demand not only elegance of contour and symmetry of figure, but perfect freedom of movement for daily activities. 1935

Young model in silky underwear 1935
Model in wearing silky corset with girdle. 1935

Advert for Fitu corsets 1934
Controlled curves. A wraparound figure form designed for large hip figures. Boned underbelt for extra control of abdomen and hips. Hookside fastening. 1934

Advert for J. Roussel womens underwear 1930
One-piece girdle with high-waist that gives a slimmer figure, also giving a comfortable wear, freedom of movement by using a flexible, porous elastic. 1930

GERMAN COSTUME 1300-1349
Men: gipon, dagged hood, cote- hardie with dagged tippets, girdles, swords & daggers. Woman: garment with elements of a cote-hardie & sleeved surcoat, ornamental fillet. Date: early 14th century

Wartime underwear article, Britannia and Eve magazine, 1940
Page from Britannia and Eve magazine, September 1940, reporting on various types of foundation garments to ensure a controlled figure under clothing

Goddess by Youthlines corselette, 1965
Advertisement for Goddess by Youthlines featuring a corselette of nylon lace and Lycra modelled by a girl arising from the sea on an oyster shell in the manner of Botticellis Venus. Date: 1965

Advert for J. Roussel lingerie 1939
Personally for you. A belt by J. Roussel gives you the feeling of slimness and freedom. The Roussel method of expert individul consideration given to each figure control problem

Advert for FITU muti-stretch skin- fits underwear 1935
FITU muti-stretch skin- fits, newest creation in elastic fabric for corsetry, combining perfect fit with delightful freedom. 1935

King, Soldier, Labourers
King or Chieftain: mantle, tunic, leg bandages, short boots. Labourers: phrygian caps, short tunics & girdles, braies, short hose & shoes tied on with a leather lace. Date: 8th century

Advert for J. Roussel womens underwear 1933
Woman model wearing a black comfortable corset with lace bust. 1933

Advert for Twilfit underwear 1928
Girdles and corsets for women, English made and fully guarenteed. 1928

Ready cut out pyjamas
An illustration of eight pieces of a set of pyjamas, made of ceylonette. Enabling the reader to use and make into a set of pyjamas, including a girdle and coming with a set of instructions

Advert for Bon Ton Girdles 1934
Gentle persuasion to figure perfection. Bon Ton is the sure soltion of figure problem. If accentuation is needed to give you beauty of line

Advert for Gossard corsets 1937
Follow the line of beauty. That indefinable something! Soon as you wear a Gossard you know, beyond all question it is there

Advert for J. Roussel underwear 1948
A blonde bombshell model wearing the Roussel suspender belt garment, with bullet padding bra. 1948

Advert for Kestos underwear 1934
Advertisement for Kestos brassiere, suspender belts and girdles showing two flirtatious girls modelling their pink underwear. 1934

Advert for Kestos lingerie 1940
Advertisement for womens backless brassiere. Date: 1940

Advert for Kestos lingerie 1936
One brassiere for day or backless wear. Worn exclusively by the smartest women since its creation, the Kestos Brassiere has achieved a niche for itself unequalled by any other

Advert for Kestos brassiere and girdles 1932

Advert for Kestos Brassiere and Girdles
Advertisement for Kestos Brassiere and Girdles Date: 1932

Advert for Gorringes Luxury undies
Advertisement for womens Gorringes luxury corsets, angore and silk mixture. Date: 1937

Advert for Kestos lingerie 1935

Kestos underwear advert 1934

Advert for Gossard underwear 1948

C12th Dress / Women
Super-tunics with pendant cuffs, long ornate girdles, mantles, hair worn uncovered or with a veil & an ornamental fillet or diadem. Date: 12th century

Weight Lifters, portrait

Advertisement for Kestos Backless Brassieres and girdles

Charlemagne & Courtiers
Lavishly embroidered mantles worn over tunics, kirtles & super-tunics. The women wear broad corset like belts & girdles, a veil & coronet or long plaits

Robes by Redfern 1914
Sleeveless V -neck high waisted dress with draped & split skirt with a train; tunic dresses with trains, diagonal girdles (sashes) & beaded or tasseled tunics

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"Girdles: A Journey through Time and Fashion" Step into the past with these captivating vintage advertisements, showcasing the evolution and their influence on women's undergarments. From 1930s to 1950s, let's explore how these iconic pieces shaped fashion history. In a mesmerizing advert for J. Roussel underwear in 1949, we catch a glimpse of elegance as women embrace the allure of girdles. The delicacy and sophistication exuded by J Roussel in another advertisement from 1936 highlights the timeless appeal of these undergarments. Moving forward to 1954, an enticing advertisement introduces us to a criss-crossed front panel bra and girdle combo that promises both support and style. Kestos takes center stage in May 1940 with two adverts featuring brassieres, girdles, as well as Debenham & Freebody beach outfits - illustrating how they were not only functional but also fashionable. A step back into time brings us to a stunning advert for Kestos lingerie in 1939; its intricate design showcases the craftsmanship behind these garments. Gossard underwear captivates our attention in a charming advert from 1935 while highlighting the beauty of young models adorned in silky underwear. May 1940 presents yet another fascinating duo from Kestos: brassieres and girdles alongside Debenham & Freebody smart printed frocks – demonstrating how these undergarments seamlessly complemented various ensembles during this era. One striking image captures a model posing confidently with beautiful curves approaching a sign while wearing both bra and girdle – symbolizing empowerment through fashion choices. Taking inspiration from history itself, even German costumes dating back between1300-1349 showcase early forms of body shaping garments akin to modern-day girdles.