These Weird Historical Trends Probably Wouldn't Catch On Today

Graces

Women used to be prized more for their womanhood than anything else. One way to celebrate and practice gracefulness, a ladylike quality in France, was playing a game called Graces. While playing this game, a dainty hoop was tossed between wooden rods, and women dove to catch them. You know, ladylike. 

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