a. Poulaine- Originating in France, this shoe extended to such exaggerated lengths that it had to be held in the hand while walking or else tied back to the ankle with a ribbon until laws were passed restricting the length of the toe to 6" commoners, 12" for gentlemen and 24" for nobility and royalty.
b. Breeches- In 18th century England, an exaggerated mode of clothing was that of tight breeches for men which made it difficult for them to even sit down.
c. Corset- The 19th century Victorian corset created the desirable tiny waist size. However the constant constriction of the ribcage made even the simple act of breathing very difficult.
d. Panier- A lighter supporting frame made of graduated oblong-shaped boned hoops stitched to an underskirt made the skirt so wide on either side of the hips that doors and stairways had to be widened to enable the wearer to pass through.
