Crinolines are a type of underskirt that were popular in the mid-19th century. They were made of stiffened horsehair or steel hoops and were worn under dresses to give them a bell-like shape. The name crinoline comes from the French word crin, which means horsehair. Crinolines were first introduced in the 1850s and quickly became a fashion staple. They allowed women to achieve the fashionable silhouette of the time, with a small waist and a wide skirt. Crinolines were worn by women of all social classes, and the size of the crinoline was often an indicator of the wearer's wealth and status. While crinolines were popular, they were also controversial. They were criticized for being uncomfortable and difficult to move in, as they could be quite heavy. There were also concerns about safety, as the large skirts could easily catch fire or get caught in machinery. Despite these concerns, crinolines remained popular until the 1860s, when they began to be replaced by bustles and other styles of underskirts. Today, crinolines are primarily worn as part of historical costumes or for theatrical productions.
underskirt, horsehair, steel hoops, silhouette, controversial
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