The in-depth research done on the wedding dress and undergarments, along with visual aids from the online resources solidified an understanding of what was traditionally deemed ‘pure’ and ‘innocent’. Exploring the beauty and ridiculousness of women’s clothing along with the symbolism behind the colour white used for purity and innocence, which was often ignored or used even when the bride was not a virgin, was a source of inspiration. The crinoline in the 17th century, which was ridiculed by men for making women ‘unapproachable’ and the petticoat was also classed as a required undergarment that made women look 'acceptable and adequate'.