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Why did Men stop wearing High Heels? 👠 Hidden Fashion History

Posted on August 27, 2024 by agogo22

[…] Whether we’ve worn high heels or not, we’ve heard the stories of sore feet, twisted ankles, and the curse of fashion. Most often, women are blamed for being silly and vapid for wearing them, supposedly all in the name … Continue reading →

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How much clothing did they actually have back then?

Posted on August 26, 2024 by agogo22

It’s one of the most common questions, but also one of the most complex. The mythology surrounding our closet is difficult to prove or disprove, because every person is different. Our best bet is to take a look at the … Continue reading →

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Spanning continents and centuries, the Silk Road bridged empires and civilizations across the heart of the ancient world.

Posted on August 25, 2024 by agogo22

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Tolkien and “Men”

Posted on August 24, 2024 by agogo22

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Slopes, Snakes, and Slides Wrap Around ‘Casa de los Milagros’ in Photographs by Naser Nader Ibrahim | Colossal

Posted on August 24, 2024 by agogo22

AUGUST 23, 2024JACKIE ANDRES All photos © Naser Nader Ibrahim On the outskirts of Xalapa, Veracruz in Mexico, a striking terracotta-colored dwelling sits among patches of trees. Standing before the distinctive structure, its exterior boasts fluctuating convex slopes that rise … Continue reading →

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Thread of crazy painting details

Posted on August 23, 2024 by agogo22

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Van Dyck Brown

Posted on August 23, 2024 by agogo22

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There are many claims for the oldest pub in Britain.

Posted on August 22, 2024 by agogo22

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Why is the word “dog” such a mystery? | ANIMAL WORDS

Posted on August 21, 2024 by agogo22

Take a walk on the wild side with Rob and Jess as they explore animal etymologies. 🐻Why were we too scared to give bears a proper name? 🐶Why don’t we know where the word “dog” came from? 👻Which animal is … Continue reading →

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The Fascinating Origins of the Oxford English Dictionary