Megan’s Reviews > The Modern Venus: Dress, Underwear and Accessories in the late 18th-Century Atlantic World > Status Update

The Modern Venus is a wonderful addition to historic costume scholarship. Elisabeth does a wonderful job explaining the satirical prints, pointing out multiple details that I wouldn't have picked up on right away. I'm now convinced satire needs to be woven into education curriculum because a lot can be learned.

I finished the 2nd chapter in cork rumps and bums, which are heavily portrayed in graphic satires, but only 2 physical rumps are in collections. Very interesting and a great example of how satire can be used to interpret fashion trends.