We’re always so busy criticizing the latest fashion crimes of modern celebrities like Lady Gaga and Rihanna, but little do we realize how far we’ve progressed when it comes to (what should be the simple act of) dressing ourselves. Here are 23 ridiculous outfits from the past for your mocking pleasure.

Victorian Corsets

Corsets were meant to reduce one’s waist. They also squashed your organs together like Play-Doh. Beauty is pain?