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

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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