Why Women’s Undergarments Often Feature a Small Decorative Bow

If you’ve ever glanced at a pair of women’s underwear, you may have noticed a small, delicate bow stitched near the waistband. For many, it appears to be nothing more than a decorative flourish — a tiny, charming accent added by designers to make lingerie look “cute” or feminine. Yet this tiny bow is far more than a simple embellishment. Its story stretches back centuries, linking modern fashion to practical necessities from a time before elastic…
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