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Creating the Shape of Georgian Beauty
Once deformity occurred, the amelioration of such irregularities was imperative lest they destroy that balance of the constitution which is so necessary to health and longevity.
Continue reading →The Scientific Management of Georgian Beauty
Life in early modern (1500-1800) societies was rife with injuries and diseases that could result in bodily deformities. Moneyed and poor alike were subject to the debilitating effects to daily life. Preventing such deformities, and thus increasing beauty became important.
Continue reading →Georgian Beauty Ideals
One look at a fashion runway reveals how much beauty ideals have changed through the centuries. What would have Jane Austen considered beautiful?
Continue reading →Home Theatricals: A Tarnished Image
Deviating from polite behavior could spell social ruin, particularly for young unmarried ladies, making home theatricals problematic.
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