Video - Struggling in Style: Historical Fashion Fails

Did you know that in the 16th century, women used to wear dresses with hoops that were so wide they couldn't fit through doorways? This fashion trend was called the farthingale, and it made walking through narrow spaces quite a challenge. To add to the fashion woes, men in the 17th century would wear high-heeled shoes to appear taller and more powerful. These shoes were so impractical that they often caused the wearers to trip and fall. Despite the discomfort, people were willing to endure these fashion fads to look stylish and fashionable. So next time you complain about uncomfortable clothes, just be glad you're not wearing a farthingale or high-heeled shoes!