Early Bloomer

Original Bloomer

The Chatham Record takes a moment in its January 3, 1895 edition to note the passing of Amelia Bloomer, poster woman for the controversial garments back in the 1850s.

See the engraving below for a glimpse of the scandalous fashion, if you dare.

bloomer censored

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