How did a practical device for catching fish become a coveted and controversial fashion staple? This week, we explore the fascinating thousand-year plus history behind fishnets. 

Recommended reading:
https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/the-history-of-hand-knitting
https://www.vintag.es/2019/01/fishnet-stockings.html

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How did a practical device for catching fish become a coveted and controversial fashion staple? This week, we explore the fascinating thousand-year plus history behind fishnets. Recommended reading:<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/the-history-of-hand-knitting">https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/the-history-of-hand-knitting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.vintag.es/2019/01/fishnet-stockings.html">https://www.vintag.es/2019/01/fishnet-stockings.html</a></li>
</ul> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

With over 7 billion people in the world, we all have one thing in common. Every day we all get dressed. Join Dressed as we explore the social and cultural histories behind the who, what, when of why we wear.

Dressed: The History of Fashion

With over 8 billion people in the world, we all have one thing in common. Every day we all get dressed. Join Dressed as we explore the social and cultural histories behind the who, what, when of why we wear.

With over 8 billion people in the world, we all have one thing in common. Every day we all get dressed. Join Dressed as we explore the social and cultural histories behind the who, what, when of why we wear.

Fashion History Mystery 42: Hook, Line, and Sink-Her, a History of Fishnets

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