I was wondering when/why women started shaving their legs and underarms. I really couldn't wrap my mind's eye around Queen Victoria hiking up her skirts and using a straight.....so with a little bit of digging, I found this article:
http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/625/who-decided-women-should-shave-their-legs-and-underarms
It seems it was all related to the changes in the fashion industry starting around WW I. Interesting article that I thought was worth sharing - enjoy!
http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/625/who-decided-women-should-shave-their-legs-and-underarms
It seems it was all related to the changes in the fashion industry starting around WW I. Interesting article that I thought was worth sharing - enjoy!