In the beginning, there was only water. And water was boring. So, someone invented the umbrella.
This is a story of innovation, of progress, of soggy shoes and ruined hair.
It all started in ancient Egypt, where the first recorded use of umbrellas dates back to... well, not really, because they probably just used big leaves or something.
Fast forward to the 19th century, when umbrellas became fashionable among the aristocracy. They were made of silk, velvet, and had elaborate designs that rivaled those of the finest parasols.
Today, we have umbrellas of every shape, size, and material. We even have umbrellas that turn into tiny parasols, because why not, right?
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