In the 1960s, even practical household objects were given a fashionable twist, and bathroom scales were no exception. Some models came with brightly coloured, furry covers, like this blue example, intended to make weighing yourself a more 'comfortable' and stylish experience.

They fitted neatly into the era’s love of bold textures and quirky design touches, bringing glamour to the bathroom, which would often extend to fluffy toilet seat covers, too. While they looked fun, the plush surface was hardly hygienic, and furry scales were quietly replaced by sleeker, wipe-clean versions.

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