Sleeveless garments similar to tank tops, typically worn as undergarments or light casual wear, usually by women.
From French camisole, which came from Italian camisciola, a diminutive of camicia (shirt), ultimately from Latin camisia. The garment started as a loose jacket and evolved into the modern sleeveless style.
Camisoles exploded in popularity during the 1990s as comfort culture took over—what was originally a secret undergarment became trendy worn openly, showing how fashion constantly recycles old pieces as new discoveries.
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