Waistband
A waistband is a strip of material that is either elastic or some other confining fabric that encircles the waist,[1] usually as a component of clothing such as skirts, trousers, shorts, swimsuits, and undergarments.Historically, in northern India, waistbands served various purposes including fastening miscellaneous items to oneself, such as knives.[3] In the early 19th century, members of some Taoist branches had their waistbands colored as a distinguisher and in order to symbolize their membership of the sect.[5] Among some members of the Yoruba, the placement of beads upon their waistbands is an established tradition that is believed to enhance and accentuate a women's femininity.[12] In western culture waist bands are now often used to achieve body goals such as to prevent overeating in order to maintain a healthy weight.
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