The Evolution of the Spacesuit

Wired has a great retrospective on the evolution of the spacesuit. What started as a simple way to maintain consciousness in high altitude balloons has gradually given way to the spacesuit as complex, self-contained spaceship.

This article and accompanying photo essay chronicles the development and history of this most under-appreciated of garments. Perhaps it's because although your jeans don't keep you alive, you think they are important.