Ever noticed the tiny bow on the front of women’s underwear and wondered why it’s there? It’s not just decoration — it actually comes from history.
Before elastic existed, underwear was tied with ribbon to stay in place, and the bow hid the knot. It was placed in the front because it was easiest to tie and helped women know which way to wear them, especially when dressing in dim light.
Today, the bow remains mainly as a cute, traditional detail — a small reminder of how underwear used to be made.