
Retracing Historic Journeys with Elise Wortley
The Atlas Obscura Podcast
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Exploring Historical Wardrobes: Mont Blanc's Attire and Footwear Challenges
This chapter explores historical clothing, focusing on the outfit of the first woman to summit Mont Blanc in 1838. The discussion includes the details of the heavy materials, humorous challenges of wearing period outfits, and a critique of uncomfortable hobnail boots.
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