Underneath It All: Essential Insights Into Underwear And Panties (15 GIFS)

Posted in NSFW 18 Jan 2024 1378

"What we would now consider a male ‘brief’ was first invented in 1935. Features included both support and buoyancy."

"During the frigid winter months, American settlers were known to completely sew up their underwear. This was done to avoid having to use buttons in the freezing cold. This also however, meant that settlers wouldn’t bathe until the weather warmed up."

"According to studies, 10% of American men have underwear in their wardrobe that is 10 years old (or older.)"

"The record for most pairs of underwear worn at one time is held by Australian, Steve Jacobs. In November of 2012 Jacobs donned an obnoxious 266 pairs of underwear."

"In Italy, it is considered good luck for women to wear red panties on New Year’s Eve."

"A pair of Queen Victoria’s actual underwear once sold for $14,500. They were made of white cream fabric and also included the Queen’s initials embroidered."

"King Tut was buried not only with an erection, but also 145 pairs of underwear."

"Chemise – which was typically only used to make underwear – was used as material for a Marie Antoinette dress in 1780. This was obviously a bit shocking to the French courts."

"It’s been said that Carrie Fisher didn’t wear underwear during Star Wars filming. George Lucas convinced her that there was no underwear in space."

"MLB umpires actually have an underwear requirement. Briefs must be colored black in case of their pants splitting."

"Open-crotch panties used to be considered much more hygienic back in the Victorian age."

"Prior to the 1800s, it was very common for women to NOT wear any underwear. Going commando was the norm, so women would wear petticoats to stay warm."

"Using the word ‘Drawers’ to describe underwear actually has a very simple origin. In the 16th century, folks began using drawers to describe underwear because you pull drawers open, just as you pull underwear up."