02-27-2006, 08:22 PM
Radio 4 Woman's hour had an interesting discussion on the leather knickers found in London. Evidently some 4 pairs have been found worldwide now. Two more in England which had a material backing showing through sexy cutouts and a very matronly pair in Mainz. All in Leather.They evidently had folds in them which could only be female. There was speculation as to the reason for wearing them . Was it the Gladiatrix were they dancing girls or were they sanitary wear for periods or post delivery. Personally I have never worn leather close to the skin but I would not have thought they would be very comfy long term!
Personally I cannot see the point of underwear for Roman ladies in ordinary use except for sanitary purposes. Just like their husbands I don't think they they could be bothered with them. After all in modern times they were not worn until the 1820s!!
Personally I cannot see the point of underwear for Roman ladies in ordinary use except for sanitary purposes. Just like their husbands I don't think they they could be bothered with them. After all in modern times they were not worn until the 1820s!!