I don't know Marjorie really well, but she seems to be a real "spark" in the family tree! She is the one that was in the Women's Armed Forces during WWII. And I showed you her lavender and black ballgown. This we found next, a little risque compared to the Victorian items we have found! I wonder what Grandma Clara would have said!!!
A teddy, also called
camiknicker, is a garment which covers the torso and crotch in the one garment. It is a similar style of garment to a one-piece swimsuit or bodysuit, but is typically looser and more sheer. The garment is put on by stepping into the leg holes and pulling the garment up to cover the torso. It may cover the whole of the torso or partially and may also cover the arms. They may open at the crotch for visits to the toilet, without the need to remove all clothing. As an undergarment, it combines the functions of a camisole and panties, and may be preferred to avoid a visible panty line. It is also found as lingerie.
We have a lot of paperwork left from Marjorie, which we will be going through when we are done with the textiles. Then we will be able to learn more of Marjorie's personality.
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| The closest thing I could think of to describe it is "a teddy". They may have had another name for it back when (1930s-1945?). The fabric feels like it may be a synthetic. It feels so light and soft! Remember, the ballgown was Celanese rayon. The "teddy has spaghetti straps, a zig-zag "Peter Pan" hem and a little skinny strap from the center hem to hooks in the center back to create a "crotch". Very daring! |
Teddy (garment)
camiknicker, is a garment which covers the torso and crotch in the one garment. It is a similar style of garment to a one-piece swimsuit or bodysuit, but is typically looser and more sheer. The garment is put on by stepping into the leg holes and pulling the garment up to cover the torso. It may cover the whole of the torso or partially and may also cover the arms. They may open at the crotch for visits to the toilet, without the need to remove all clothing. As an undergarment, it combines the functions of a camisole and panties, and may be preferred to avoid a visible panty line. It is also found as lingerie.
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| The hem has a touch of wear but otherwise the garment is in very good shape. |
We have a lot of paperwork left from Marjorie, which we will be going through when we are done with the textiles. Then we will be able to learn more of Marjorie's personality.
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