Textiles and Dress

Breast binding

Breast binding, also known as chest binding, is the flattening and hiding of breasts with constrictive materials such as cloth strips or purpose-built undergarments. Binders may also be used as alternatives to bras or for reasons of propriety.

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See also

• ▸Holy Week in the Philippines
• ▸Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles
• ▸1600–1650 in Western fashion

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