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Women of the upper class did not dress themselves—they had servants to do it for them.
Because most people are right-handed, it was easier for a maid standing in front of her mistress to fasten buttons placed on the left side of the garment (from the wearer’s perspective).
This setup became a sign of privilege—a subtle indication that the wearer had someone else to dress her. Even after this practice faded, fashion continued the tradition as a nod to aristocratic customs.
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