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Judges and barristers wear wigs in court as part of an old tradition- the wigs were introduced in the early 18th Century, when it was fashionable for all men to have wigs, and in British courts of law, this tradition has just continued until the present day.
Psychological studies have also shown that the wigs engender a greater respect for judges and barristers on the part of the defendant and witnesses. However, in cases where children are being asked to give evidence in court, the judge or barrister may remove his or her wig, so that they appear less intimidating to the child.
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Did people wear wigs in the late 1700's?
Men wore wigs. I don't know if women did.
Why did the colonist wear wigs in the 1700s?
The wigs were in style. And sometimes men wore them to cover up bald spots.Hope that helped!
What did men wear in colonial time?
Wigs, doublets, and jackets.
Did Victorians alway wear wigs?
Even if it did seem so i'm fairly certain they would remove them for baths, and for sleeping.Obviously the working class never wore wigs. I am under the impression that wigs were worn mainly for formal occasions.
Did people wear wigs in the New England colonies?
because the had green eyeballs and moldy teeth
