Before elastic and electric lighting existed, women dressed in dimly lit rooms and relied on touch to know where the front of their garments was. The bow marked the front, helping them orient the underwear correctly.
Today, while the bow does add a charming visual touch, it still serves a practical purpose—helping quickly determine the front without flipping the garment around.
2. The Cotton Gusset (Inner Lining)

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