About 422,000 results
Open links in new tab
  1. History of bras - Wikipedia

    Other innovations included the Warners' use of elastic, the adjustable strap, the sized cup, and padded bras for smaller-breasted women. There were also advances in fiber technology, …

  2. The History of the Bra: From Corsets to Spandex | HISTORY

    Sep 30, 2024 · 1947: Frederick Mellinger Invents the Padded Bra In the wake of World War II, American fashion in bras began to overtake Europe for two reasons: the popularity of …

  3. The long evolution of the bra: Who invented it and why?

    Feb 4, 2022 · The 1940s bras followed that trend with the invention of the padded bra in 1947 and the bullet bra by the end of the decade. In fact, the bullet bra was the most popular 1950s bra.

  4. A History of Bras - Local Histories

    Apr 27, 2023 · A man named Frederick Mellinger invented the padded bra in 1947. He introduced the push-up bra in 1948. The Wonderbra was invented in Canada by Louise Poirier in 1963. …

  5. Who Invented the Bra? A History of the Controversial Garment

    Oct 5, 2024 · It all begs the question, who invented the bra? Below, a look at the fascinating evolution and history of the bra.

  6. As the bra turns 100, a brief history - The Globe and Mail

    Jun 20, 2014 · An iconic piece of lingerie is celebrating a milestone anniversary this year: A century has passed since the first bra was patented, cementing a switch from the full-figure …

  7. Who invented the padded bra? – The Lingerie Pro

    Jan 1, 2022 · Since then, the padded bra has become a popular choice for women looking to add volume and shape to their bust. Many people believe that the padded bra was invented much …

  8. The History of The Bra: A Timeline - Her Room Blog

    Feb 1, 2019 · In 1947, Frederick Mellinger, the man behind the famous brand Frederick’s of Hollywood, introduced the first padded bra. About a year later, he released the first push-up …

  9. History of the Bra - Lulalu

    In the 1920s, Maidenform made the first bra with discernible cups, and in the 1930s the first padded bra was invented, after a Swedish athlete hurt herself in the breasts with her knee in …

  10. History of the Bra: When & By Who Was The Bra Invented?

    Aug 15, 2024 · While bras have been around for over a century, the modern bra, as we know it today, really came into its own in the latter half of the 20th century. Innovations in materials …