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Origin of "Bust" Explained
- The term "bust" for a woman's chest originates from sculptures called busts that depict a head and upper chest.
- The word comes from Latin roots related to tombs and funeral pyres, not from "busted" or breaking.
Bra's Unique Naming History
- Many synonyms exist for underwear and body parts, but "bra" is almost exclusively used over "brazier."
- "Brazier" first appeared in Vogue in 1907 to describe an early breast-supporting garment.
Bra Evolution With Fashion Change
- Laurie Smith, from the London College of Fashion, studied how fashions shortened skirts and changed undergarments.
- The bra evolved as corsets shortened and a new garment was needed to protect clothes and provide modesty.