CLEAN : Undressed Britain bares its underwear at the V&A

The video explores the intricate relationship between fashion and underwear, highlighting how they influence each other in a cyclical manner. It delves into the roles of comfort, hygiene, and support in underwear design and examines historical approaches to these aspects. A case study of a corset from Whitby reveals insights into the use of whalebone and the practical needs of its wearer, suggesting a connection to local industries and personal protection.

How are fashion and underwear described in their relationship?

• As completely independent

• As identical

• As unrelated

• As having a cyclical influence on each other

What are the key elements involved in creating fashionable silhouettes?

• Color and texture

• Comfort, hygiene, and structural support

• Price and availability

• Designer labels

What material was discovered to be used in corsets during the exhibition?

• Steel

• Plastic

• Wood

• Whalebone

What was the purpose of the high back in the Whitby corset?

• To protect the wearer from a basket

• To enhance fashion appeal

• To improve posture

• To make it lighter

What occupation might the wearer of the Whitby corset have had?

• A teacher

• A coal or cockle collector

• A seamstress

• A merchant