It’s speculated that when the Pilgrims came to the Americas, they smelled really bad. Because natives bathed regularly in their rivers and streams, the natives were disgusted by their stench so they would light incense and try everything to block out their smells when the pilgrims were near. The pilgrims thought that it was normal for them to do that, but it really wasn’t...
"Ah, those barbarians in their leggings. So very backwards and uncouth." *A frigid northern breeze sweeps up into the Roman's skirt.* "Although on second thought..."
The long leggings were seen as feminine, because obviously to them the cold was not an issue... As there was no cold. Furthermore it was indeed a mark of being foreign, a barbarian because only the northern tribes wore these. They had also held the belief that nobody could live North of Germany as it would be too cold. Turned out there were people living there. And in fact this is where the Germanic tribes had come from. I think the only reason they had to change their mind is out of necessity, being stationed in Northern Gaul and Southern Britain.
I actually found this interesting because I genuinely always wondered about it. With so many historical period drama's on TV out there I always wonder what they did when I came to costumes and scenes that involved the actor being in historical underwear. Like they would need to be as accurate as they can to the time period. and also without the accurate undergarments the main clothing and costumes wouldn't work because you would need to create a very specific silhouette. Also I just have an interest in historical clothing.
there are many channels that do historical costuming and dress that talk about all of this in detail. they talk about how the items were made and with materials etc. very interesting. since that's all their channels are about, they can pick apart different things more deeply than lindsay. i think you would enjoy them.
Women didn’t wear Corsets until the 1840s. They wore Stays during the late 17th and 18th Centuries and before that they wore “Pairs of Bodies” during the 16th and 17th Centuries. But before 1598 there is no record of women wearing stays or corsets only Kirtles with stiffens bodices.
I love it that there are other people who love history much as me. Your videos are so great....it's easy to tell that you're passionate about it and I wish you could do more!! Thank you 😊
There’s many, many of us!😀. Probably the best (only?) thing about the internet! Before, it was the library or buying (don’t forget finding them first) books. Or a couple courses at the local community college, Eh? And agree, Lindsey has a way that is very pleasant and informative at the same time. I love the illustrations she uses.
Didn’t medieval women use sponges as tampons more often than actual absorption rags? Also happy late 919th birthday to Matilda! Her birthday was February 7. I do not know my birthday. ;( (Also to the person who invented bras, WHY.)
Your year of birth is most likely around 1122, but the exact date is unknown. But, your anniversary of annulling your marriage with Louis and your stopping of being the Queen consort of France is coming up, March 21.
Ruth Goodman also combed her hair daily, during the filming of "Tudor Monastery Farm", because she could wash it (to be historically accurate); as long as she could remove dead skin, her hair was fine. :)
You are correct. It is on record that he released an unholy stench and towards the end of his life people would have to flee the room to gag and vomit.
Where I live, near Dublin, one of our claims to fames is that there used to be a factory here that made underwear for Queen Victoria. They also made a type of long johns that John Wayne referenced in his movies, balbriggans.
Love scratching my curiosity itch. Just yesterday I ask a co-worker, "Ever wonder where underwear came from, and who was the first to wear it? Today, I found this video. Thank you for the upload. I really enjoy random history.
Omggg the chastity belts are disgusting!!! That tiny spiked hole for poop to pass through!!! I can only imagine it getting stuck on those spikes and a poor woman literally chained to it not able to remove it!! The infections both skin and vaginally that must’ve caused. That’s SO WRONG.
In the 1960s we wore divided half slips called "pettipants." These were the silky nylon fabric. These appeared again in the 1980s as "city shorts." Very handy worn under a long tunic with tights that became the latest silhouette.
If anyone wants to laugh their butts off while scarring their eyes look up king Henry’s the 8th cod piece armor. Idk for sure if it’s his but it’s hilarious and scarring.
Wow, This is rather......interesting to learn about. 😂 I don't know how interesting things like these are kept out of school. You learn something new every day! 😊
Used underwear are still donated, & sold in 2nd hand stores. It is an important item, they wished they could get new to sell. If you can donate new underwear for all ages, & sizes. Including bras hose, slips, socks, long johns/flannels, panties, & underwear etc. It's much needed by the poor.
@@tanujasingh7317 I didn't say I would buy it, but that it's still commonly sold. It's why I suggest people donate new. Also certain people love the vintage kind, in a grandmother's closet. I agree, used anything but undies, & food! 👍🥴
I have to wonder which was the healthiest though in terms of fabric and design. We are learning more and more that cotton is best for breathability, and while silk feels nice, it's bad at moisture-wicking and can cause infections due to moisture and bacteria retention.
4.08, he's bonny! In the 1940's/50's women used to wear what was called in my town 'freetraders' slang for gusset less knickers. PS I've just become a patron!
Wide skirts made it easier for women to pee. I read of two women standing on a lawn chanting then walking away after passing their water. They would do this in the corridors of large houses. They could also lift the hoops and sit on a toilet seats holding the fabric out of the way. Other times a cup like a gravy boat could be passed through the layered clothing.
Now I'll be singing Thong Song all day lol 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 still wonder where did the name drawers come from? I was taught that it was a rather uncouth to call them such things.
Funfact: Breeches (as similar to today) were first worn by both men and women by Central Asian Nomads like Scythians, Huns and Mongols. Greeks and Romans learnt this from them.
I don’t think she did....but she does have videos on birth control. In a further down comment, Lindsay Holiday says she’s doing a video on menstruation in March, for International Women’s Day.
I have a question about how male underwear worked around men peeing. I know that sounds silly but if you have your socks tied into your underwear it is inconvenient at best for men to use the facilities. Would there have been some sort of fly for men like an overlapping front panel or something else that worked. I know this video is an older one but you have put in the research in period clothing and sewing techniques and might have thought of this issue before.
0:47 There's already too much pseudo-"history" in this video. I'm done. Why does everyone want to ignore our written and preserved history from the world's most popular book?
wait, so, chastity belt... are fiction? Like the myth of the fainting woman wearing a corset? I guess a lot of the thing we accuse the people of old age are just myth and fiction too
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If I was taught history like Lindsay, I probably would've become a historian.
I loved history class - it was like story time.
And you would be disappointed because it’s nothing like Lindsay does it, it’s very, very tedious
Same probably.
They try to make it sound very mundane. But it's actually interesting. Perfer it over Geography in fact.
I aim to teach like her one day :))
you missed the opportunity to call this "a brief history of underwear"
Smart ass!😂🤣👍😎
@@ChibiProwl ⁹⁹
This needs more attention, she should totally change it loll
the thing is, this history isn't very brief
@@c0mput3r80y heh heh! Cheeky!😂👍
It’s speculated that when the Pilgrims came to the Americas, they smelled really bad. Because natives bathed regularly in their rivers and streams, the natives were disgusted by their stench so they would light incense and try everything to block out their smells when the pilgrims were near. The pilgrims thought that it was normal for them to do that, but it really wasn’t...
That’s so sad and funny 😭😭😭
Well in the pilgrims defense they just got off a ship and they couldn’t bring enough water to bathe 😂
@@katerina-ks6qh it really is lol.
Imagine being a pigrim and the no natives go near you because you stink 😭
Wow this sounds so fake but could be true.
"Ah, those barbarians in their leggings. So very backwards and uncouth."
*A frigid northern breeze sweeps up into the Roman's skirt.*
"Although on second thought..."
Right? I cant wait to see what we judged other people for that in the future they think is stupid
The long leggings were seen as feminine, because obviously to them the cold was not an issue... As there was no cold.
Furthermore it was indeed a mark of being foreign, a barbarian because only the northern tribes wore these.
They had also held the belief that nobody could live North of Germany as it would be too cold. Turned out there were people living there. And in fact this is where the Germanic tribes had come from.
I think the only reason they had to change their mind is out of necessity, being stationed in Northern Gaul and Southern Britain.
@@faramund9865
So to summarize: "There was no cold! Except for the places there was and then your joke is correct."
the video we didn’t know we needed-
Well I knew I needed it 😂
😁😅
I actually found this interesting because I genuinely always wondered about it. With so many historical period drama's on TV out there I always wonder what they did when I came to costumes and scenes that involved the actor being in historical underwear. Like they would need to be as accurate as they can to the time period. and also without the accurate undergarments the main clothing and costumes wouldn't work because you would need to create a very specific silhouette. Also I just have an interest in historical clothing.
there are many channels that do historical costuming and dress that talk about all of this in detail. they talk about how the items were made and with materials etc. very interesting. since that's all their channels are about, they can pick apart different things more deeply than lindsay. i think you would enjoy them.
I like Victorian clothing.
I SEE LONDON
I SEE FRANCE
I SEE SOMEONE WHO LIKES TO DANCE
oh my god, i haven't heard that in years!!!
I see London I see France I see someone's Underpants , their not white , their not pink , but Oh,
PU do they stink.
@@tomdooley3522 *they’re
@@brettlarch8050 theiy're'r
Corsets and Victorian-style petticoats in the medieval times? Nooooo, Lindsay! Your one downfall! Your stellar knowledge has been smited!
Listen, I want a pair of Edwardian combinations (combined drawers and camisole) just for everyday summer wear
A few ideas:
- a history of workouts
- a history of dances / musical instruments
- a history of seduction
- a history of swimwear and swimming
History of seduction sounds good
@@tanujasingh7317 I can imagine the ladies showing their ankles to the king in medieval times
@@ieatriceveryday mmmm
The swimwear sound very interesting
And I would also like to learn a history of skincare or makeup products
Sure. The history of sluts. Lol
- FLASHBACKS TO QUEEN VICTORIA’S BEDROOM -
HI ALBERT!
You must have liked her enough to have 9 kids with her lol
Man we got some royals up in here
@@MacchiMC the comment section is theirs.
@@isda3314 I know just wanna say hi
Women didn’t wear Corsets until the 1840s. They wore Stays during the late 17th and 18th Centuries and before that they wore “Pairs of Bodies” during the 16th and 17th Centuries. But before 1598 there is no record of women wearing stays or corsets only Kirtles with stiffens bodices.
Or petticoats.
I love it that there are other people who love history much as me. Your videos are so great....it's easy to tell that you're passionate about it and I wish you could do more!! Thank you 😊
There’s many, many of us!😀. Probably the best (only?) thing about the internet! Before, it was the library or buying (don’t forget finding them first) books. Or a couple courses at the local community college, Eh? And agree, Lindsey has a way that is very pleasant and informative at the same time. I love the illustrations she uses.
I never heard anyone call the rear exit of a union suit a "crap flap!" We always called it the "trap door." Thanks for the laugh!
3:57 Trust me Babe, it’s bigger than it looks, it was just a bad painting
lol
😂
LMFAO
Even the dog seems confused. 😅
I remember my history teacher crush embarrassingly teaching us about cod pieces on analysing portraits of English kings. Thanks for the reminder 😂
I remember ours talking about sex regularly and the students were silent and embarrassed,
Lindsay: Ever wonder what people wore under their togas & gowns?
Me: Nope.
lol, still an interesting subject. Thanks for the vid.
Thank you so much for doing these, Lindsay. These videos are so informative and accessible, they're just a joy to watch.
Didn’t medieval women use sponges as tampons more often than actual absorption rags?
Also happy late 919th birthday to Matilda! Her birthday was February 7. I do not know my birthday. ;(
(Also to the person who invented bras, WHY.)
Happy Birthday Matilda!
And, Hi Eleanor!
Yeah, Mary Phelps Jacobs, whyyyy?
Thanks :D I wonder why mine was recorded but not yours
Your year of birth is most likely around 1122, but the exact date is unknown. But, your anniversary of annulling your marriage with Louis and your stopping of being the Queen consort of France is coming up, March 21.
Thanks!
i dont even need to ask, catherines here
Yep.
Don’t forget me 😌
yeeeaa
😂
Hahaha
Ruth Goodman also combed her hair daily, during the filming of "Tudor Monastery Farm", because she could wash it (to be historically accurate); as long as she could remove dead skin, her hair was fine. :)
My historical fashion loving heart is enjoying this very much!
I bet Henry 8th smelt really bad, after his infection in his leg plus not bathing. I’m glad I wasn’t in that room.
You are correct. It is on record that he released an unholy stench and towards the end of his life people would have to flee the room to gag and vomit.
Fascinating and factual. I learnt a lot and I am an old lady who wore some of these items.
Didn’t think I’d learn about ancient underwear today, but it was welcomed
Thanks Lindsay, very very interesting ......especialy the battle between boxers and briefs! Did not know it had been going on for so long!
Where I live, near Dublin, one of our claims to fames is that there used to be a factory here that made underwear for Queen Victoria.
They also made a type of long johns that John Wayne referenced in his movies, balbriggans.
Underwear throughout the Ages: just in time for Valentine’s Day!!
Your videos are insightful, well constructed, and always include diverse representation when applicable. I really appreciate your historical videos!
I detested history in school. Now I'm 35 and loving these videos😁
I'm always complaining about Social Studies yet I sit here eagerly listening to this.
Love scratching my curiosity itch.
Just yesterday I ask a co-worker, "Ever wonder where underwear came from, and who was the first to wear it?
Today, I found this video.
Thank you for the upload. I really enjoy random history.
Why do you sound so interesting?! Whenever I try to talk to people about history I sound like that unintentional asmr dude....
I’ve watched all those historical records of the Victorian Ruth Goodman and her friends. How the cameraman figured out time travel is beyond me.
I'm early! But.. Hmm I didn't expect a video on underwear lmao oh well at least I learned something XD
Omggg the chastity belts are disgusting!!! That tiny spiked hole for poop to pass through!!! I can only imagine it getting stuck on those spikes and a poor woman literally chained to it not able to remove it!! The infections both skin and vaginally that must’ve caused. That’s SO WRONG.
In the 1960s we wore divided half slips called "pettipants." These were the silky nylon fabric. These appeared again in the 1980s as "city shorts." Very handy worn under a long tunic with tights that became the latest silhouette.
When I Tell you I clicked SO FAST I mean it.
If you haven’t already done this you should do a history of dresses and gowns video.
But dresses and gowns where? The whole world?
@@germyw That is a good point.
Agreed.
@@germyw yea that works
Yes
If anyone wants to laugh their butts off while scarring their eyes look up king Henry’s the 8th cod piece armor. Idk for sure if it’s his but it’s hilarious and scarring.
Wow, This is rather......interesting to learn about. 😂 I don't know how interesting things like these are kept out of school. You learn something new every day! 😊
This was so well done and so interesting!! Thank you!!
Can’t believe I just discovered this fabulous channel!!
these videos are my hands down favorite thing to watch on youtube. Its always a joy when a new one shows up in my subscriptions
Used underwear are still donated, & sold in 2nd hand stores. It is an important item, they wished they could get new to sell. If you can donate new underwear for all ages, & sizes. Including bras hose, slips, socks, long johns/flannels, panties, & underwear etc. It's much needed by the poor.
I would buy used anything except food and underwear
@@tanujasingh7317 I didn't say I would buy it, but that it's still commonly sold. It's why I suggest people donate new. Also certain people love the vintage kind, in a grandmother's closet. I agree, used anything but undies, & food! 👍🥴
I can’t explain to you how much I love your videos!
I have to wonder which was the healthiest though in terms of fabric and design. We are learning more and more that cotton is best for breathability, and while silk feels nice, it's bad at moisture-wicking and can cause infections due to moisture and bacteria retention.
My understanding is that linen actually cleans your skin as well as moisture wicking.
I have always been interested in history but on almost daily basis Lindsay keeps on renewing my interest
This is so interesting. Well done!!
love your videos! it's pronounced "cas-TEEL" though!
4.08, he's bonny! In the 1940's/50's women used to wear what was called in my town 'freetraders' slang for gusset less knickers. PS I've just become a patron!
I love the way she explains.
👍 Exallent job. If my grade one teacher was like her, I would have had a PHD in grade 2.
I really liked you did the more modern decades as well!!
My fav sub is history...... And favorite history teacher is you❤️
‘I see London I see France and I see Coco underpants ‘ ! Jean Claude from Rugrats in Paris . Thanks Lindsay
Your voice is so relaxing.
Love your history videos!
“The one upmanship” best thing I’ve ever seen
Great video and surprisingly interesting topic.
I feel like period underwear deserves a mention here! It’s certainly been a revolution for sustainable period care AND underwear.
What an amazing video! Thank you 💗💗💗
Very interesting 👏🏾👏🏾
This is amazing no words needed
Wide skirts made it easier for women to pee. I read of two women standing on a lawn chanting then walking away after passing their water. They would do this in the corridors of large houses. They could also lift the hoops and sit on a toilet seats holding the fabric out of the way. Other times a cup like a gravy boat could be passed through the layered clothing.
I haven't been this early since the french revolution!
Great video. Fascinating topic.
I'd love to see a video based on the history of soap and shampoo!
Wow, this is exactly what I was looking for, thank you!
Very informative as always. Thanks for the lesson
Now I'll be singing Thong Song all day lol 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 still wonder where did the name drawers come from? I was taught that it was a rather uncouth to call them such things.
In the Edwardian Era Garments called Combinations were worn, they combined the chemise and drawers together.
Love your videos so much!!!
Does anyone know what the portrait at 4:41 is? I love this outfit and need to make it.
Pier Maria Rossi di San Secondo portrait. Look it up
@@makaelaischillin Thank you so much!
Yay Ruth, Peter, and Tom!
That sounds like a thing Ruth Goodmen would do. Wonderful video!
Really interesting! Just one comment: Hadrian's Wall is in northern England not Scotland.
Funfact: Breeches (as similar to today) were first worn by both men and women by Central Asian Nomads like Scythians, Huns and Mongols. Greeks and Romans learnt this from them.
Stuff you missed in history has a great podcast on this topic.
Interesting. Great quality video.
Name one bad video by Lindsay. Exactly. Impossible.
In spite of it all, I am so glad I live now.
I didn't know I needed this-
If you were my history I would have excelled! You and your videos are absolutely amazing ❤❤
This was fascinating!
Oh I just LOVE Ruth Goodman. I'm so happy you mentioned her. ^_^
do the the rankings of nobilities I cant figure out the difference between lords and earls and dukes.
Very interesting. Thank you.
I have noticed two mistakes: The Adrian Wall is in England not in Scotland and Henry VIII did have a son although he died very young.
I saw King Tut's underwear in a museum once. He was not wearing it at the time, though. It was a classy museum. ;D
Fabulous as always
“Imagine inheriting Auntie Mildred’s old duds” lol I’m dying 🤣
Did she do one on menstruation? Because when I read about that my mind was blown. 🤯
I don’t think she did....but she does have videos on birth control. In a further down comment, Lindsay Holiday says she’s doing a video on menstruation in March, for International Women’s Day.
I have a question about how male underwear worked around men peeing. I know that sounds silly but if you have your socks tied into your underwear it is inconvenient at best for men to use the facilities. Would there have been some sort of fly for men like an overlapping front panel or something else that worked. I know this video is an older one but you have put in the research in period clothing and sewing techniques and might have thought of this issue before.
Don't mean to laugh but😂
Thank you for new uploading video✨😆😆😆
Now I know where "on the rag" comes from.
Very interesting and Nice way to explain it too.
0:47 There's already too much pseudo-"history" in this video. I'm done.
Why does everyone want to ignore our written and preserved history from the world's most popular book?
wait, so, chastity belt... are fiction?
Like the myth of the fainting woman wearing a corset?
I guess a lot of the thing we accuse the people of old age are just myth and fiction too
No chastity belts aren’t fiction, they are just not a daily thing. I pretty sure BDSM couples still use them
Spandex or Lycra wasn't invented until 1959 by Dupont.
fun fact: you searched for this video
Nuh uh (I searched for a similar video and watched this instead)