It was a fashion trend that lasted for more than 100 years! Sure, fashion moved a lot slower in medieval times, making 100 years somewhat short-lived for the time. But even so, including the less ostentatious non-padded versions, the codpiece in general was a practical piece of clothing and truly ubiquitous at it's peak.
In some ways it was way more successful than any modern fashion trend could ever hope to be...
It was a fashion trend that lasted for more than 100 years! Sure, fashion moved a lot slower in medieval times, making 100 years somewhat short-lived for the time. But even so, including the less ostentatious non-padded versions, the codpiece in general was a practical piece of clothing and truly ubiquitous at it's peak.
In some ways it was way more successful than any modern fashion trend could ever hope to be...