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10 dangerous fashion trends

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As you know, in fashion, one day you're in and the next day your skin is falling off and your lungs are melting. SciShow reveals history’s deadliest fashion trends.


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Despite these dangers seeming ludicrous, they’re not too different from our modern day trends. From high heels to Spanx, these trends can be dangerous and serve as reminders that history continues to be written.

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