These Weird Historical Trends Probably Wouldn't Catch On Today

Wood Bathing Suits

If this wood floats, then hopefully so will you! In 1929, the wooden bathing suit was invented as a floatation assistance device. However helpful, it must have been awfully restrictive. It's no wonder that these splintering suits didn't make their way to the modern-day. 

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