Arrested for wearing a corset advertising placard
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Arrested for wearing a corset advertising placard
" Why pick on me, officer? Its my guv nors idea!" A policeman is not sympathetic to the protestations of the beardy gentleman employed to parade in front of a Drapers shop wearing a corset sandwich board! A little too much for the sensitive souls of the 1930s? It would appear most seem to be finding the whole spectacle amusing (apart from one scandalised older lady!) Date: circa 1930s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arrest Arresting Arrests Corset Corsetry Corsets Daft Disturbance Dressing Employed Laughing Moral Naughty Outrage Panic Pedestrains Placard Policeman Rude Sandwich Silly Underwear
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing photograph from the 1930s, a policeman sternly apprehensions a bearded gentleman, who is seen protesting with a humorous sign held aloft. The man, employed to parade in front of a Drapers shop wearing a corset sandwich board, is met with an unyielding response from the law enforcement officer. The corseted man's sign reads, "Why pick on me, officer? It's my guv'nor's idea!" The scene unfolds on a bustling street, where onlookers gather to observe the spectacle. Some seem amused by the situation, while others appear scandalized. A few ladies cover their mouths in shock, and one older lady clutches her pearls in disapproval. However, many pedestrians cannot help but laugh at the absurdity of the moment. The use of corsets in advertising during this era was not an uncommon sight, but it did raise moral concerns and sparked outrage among some members of society. The sight of a man wearing a corset in public may have been considered too provocative or even indecent for the sensitive souls of the time. Despite the controversy, the man's cross-dressing and the use of a corset as a prop for advertising were likely seen as a form of silly fun or harmless humor by many. The photograph captures a moment in history when fashion and social norms were being challenged, and the response from the public ranged from amusement to outrage. Overall, this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the complexities of societal attitudes towards fashion, gender, and public behavior during the 1930s.
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