This is Article 1 of 4 on the history of Running FashionArticle 1, Article 2, Article 3, Article 4
I'm beginning to do a very long piece on the history of activewear clothing for women. The above pictured "bloomers" are said to belong to the Edwardian era (~1915 to be more specific with the pieces showcased here). They would have been worn by women/girls active in sports such as bicycle riding, gymanastics and were standard issue for many, many years for girls in school physical education programs.
The fabric is very sturdy - a cotton canvas and the entire piece screams modesty with its square neckline, baggy cut, below-the-knee length and conservative black colour. A shirt would have been worn underneath. The style is an obvious match with conservative turn of the century values.
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