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1950s Swimsuit

Aunque usted no lo crea. Works on Paper
Aunque usted no lo crea. Works on Paper

Aunque usted no lo crea. Works on Paper

By Alvaro Barrios

Located in Miami Beach, FL

swimsuits, evoking 1950s pin-up aesthetics. The beach setting is painted in bold, flat colors characteristic

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

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1950's Gorgeous French brand new original swimsuit
1950's Gorgeous French brand new original swimsuit

1950's Gorgeous French brand new original swimsuit

Located in Newark, DE

Trebor, Paris, circa 1950. Trebor's gorgeous brand new original swimsuit, never been worn, it

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1950s French Swimwear

1950's Gorgeous French brand new original swimsuit
1950's Gorgeous French brand new original swimsuit

1950's Gorgeous French brand new original swimsuit

Located in Newark, DE

Trebor, Paris, circa 1950 Beautiful low back original and brand new swimsuit . Fresh and bright

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1950s French Swimwear

1950s Rose Marie Reid Bloomer Swimsuit
1950s Rose Marie Reid Bloomer Swimsuit

1950s Rose Marie Reid Bloomer Swimsuit

By Rose Marie Reid

Located in Houston, TX

Looking for a vintage swimsuit for your winter vacation or for your short film? Swimsuits by Ms

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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Jantzen Red Sweetheart Stitch Swimsuit
1950s Jantzen Red Sweetheart Stitch Swimsuit

1950s Jantzen Red Sweetheart Stitch Swimsuit

By Jantzen

Located in Houston, TX

Striking sweetheart swimsuit by Jantzen! This one piece suit is composed of several long panels of

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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Rose Marie Reid Glove Motif Swimsuit
1950s Rose Marie Reid Glove Motif Swimsuit

1950s Rose Marie Reid Glove Motif Swimsuit

By Rose Marie Reid

Located in Houston, TX

Classic and whimsical, Rose Marie Reid designed swimsuit from the 1950's but is also so NOW! While

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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Paisley One-Strap Cotton Swimsuit
1950s Paisley One-Strap Cotton Swimsuit

1950s Paisley One-Strap Cotton Swimsuit

Located in London, GB

We really love the print on this original 1950s cotton swimsuit. It is a vibrant floral paisley

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1950s British Swimwear

1950s Kittiwake Rose Print Cotton Smocked Swimsuit
1950s Kittiwake Rose Print Cotton Smocked Swimsuit

1950s Kittiwake Rose Print Cotton Smocked Swimsuit

Located in London, GB

Original late 1950s or very early 1960s smocked one-piece swimsuit made from cotton in an azure

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1950s British Swimwear

1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit
1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit

1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit

Located in London, GB

example from the late 1950s to early 1960s from this quintessential British lingerie brand. This is the

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1950s British Beachwear

1950s Cole of California Pristine Gold Lame SwimSuit
1950s Cole of California Pristine Gold Lame SwimSuit

1950s Cole of California Pristine Gold Lame SwimSuit

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Cole of California "Ester Williams" style silhouette gold lame stretch swimsuit with "skirted

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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit
1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit

1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit

Located in London, GB

example from the late 1950s to early 1960s from this quintessential British lingerie brand. This is the

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1950s British Beachwear

Vintage 1950s Good + Plenty Swimsuit Playsuit
Vintage 1950s Good + Plenty Swimsuit Playsuit

Vintage 1950s Good + Plenty Swimsuit Playsuit

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s swimsuit * purple & green striped cotton * button halter straps * metal back

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1950s Swimwear

1950s Black Cat Pin-Up Catalina Swimsuit
1950s Black Cat Pin-Up Catalina Swimsuit

1950s Black Cat Pin-Up Catalina Swimsuit

Located in Rockwood, ON

Super sexy printed 1950s swimsuit that can double as a playsuit for a really brave girl. It's made

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1950s Swimwear

Rose Marie Reid 1950's Cotton Playsuit/Swimsuit w/Pucci Print
Rose Marie Reid 1950's Cotton Playsuit/Swimsuit w/Pucci Print

Rose Marie Reid 1950's Cotton Playsuit/Swimsuit w/Pucci Print

By Rose Marie Reid

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rose Marie Reid 1950's swimsuit/playsuit using a Pucci cotton horizontal print. Smocked panels in

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1950s American Beachwear

Vintage 1950s Rose Marie Reid Bronze Bombshell Swimsuit
Vintage 1950s Rose Marie Reid Bronze Bombshell Swimsuit

Vintage 1950s Rose Marie Reid Bronze Bombshell Swimsuit

By Rose Marie Reid

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

Gorgeous vintage 1950's swimsuit! * shimmering bronze striped nylon * adjustable straps

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1950s Swimwear

Late 1950s Black Swimsuit
Late 1950s Black Swimsuit

Late 1950s Black Swimsuit

Located in Houston, TX

Flattering black Darlene 1950s swim suit. A knit suit with nylon and rubber to back up the slogan

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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Cole of California Coral Swimsuit
1950s Cole of California Coral Swimsuit

1950s Cole of California Coral Swimsuit

By Cole of California

Located in Houston, TX

Fred Cole was known for his sexy Hollywood swimsuit designs. In the mid 50's he made swimsuits for

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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Rose Marie Reid Classic Pinup Swimsuit
1950s Rose Marie Reid Classic Pinup Swimsuit

1950s Rose Marie Reid Classic Pinup Swimsuit

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Rose Marie Reid Classic Pinup Swimsuit. Draped fabric at bust and waist. There is some

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1950s Swimwear

1950s Aqua and Light Blue Terry Cloth Swimsuit
1950s Aqua and Light Blue Terry Cloth Swimsuit

1950s Aqua and Light Blue Terry Cloth Swimsuit

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Aqua and Light Blue Terry cloth Swimsuit with color blocking motif, built-in bra, and a

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1950s Swimwear

1950s Perfection Fit by Roxanne Purple Print Swimsuit
1950s Perfection Fit by Roxanne Purple Print Swimsuit

1950s Perfection Fit by Roxanne Purple Print Swimsuit

Located in Houston, TX

This 1950's suit seemingly made for a 50's movie, production or advertisement is actually a great

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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Navy Plaid Pinup Swim Suit
1950s Navy Plaid Pinup Swim Suit

1950s Navy Plaid Pinup Swim Suit

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Plaid Swimsuit. Blue, Red, and Yellow plaid swim suit with zipper closure and button

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1950s Swimwear

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Pierre Cardin Iconic 1960s Dress

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By Pierre Cardin

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

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By Guy Laroche

Located in San Diego, CA

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

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Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli

Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli

By Schiaparelli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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1960s Unknown Loungewear

1970s Bill Blass Brown White One Shoulder Vintage One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit
1970s Bill Blass Brown White One Shoulder Vintage One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit

1970s Bill Blass Brown White One Shoulder Vintage One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

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1970s American Swimwear

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in Tucson, AZ

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Christian Dior by John Galliano black leather lace up pants, fw 2003

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Located in London, GB

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Located in Switzerland, CH

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1950's Floral Cotton Daydress with Red Piping

1950's Floral Cotton Daydress with Red Piping

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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Located in London, GB

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1950s Swimsuit For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1950s swimsuit for your needs in our varied inventory. Brown is a pretty popular color, but we also have Blue, Gray, Black and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect 1950s swimsuit among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Rose Marie Reid, Cole of California and Jantzen are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much is a 1950s Swimsuit?

Prices for a 1950s swimsuit can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $120 and can go as high as $7,500, while, on average they fetch $318.

Finding the Right Swimwear for You

From Esther Williams’s glamorous one-piece wonders to Brigitte Bardot’s bombshell bikini on the beaches of Cannes, swimwear has made headlines and raised eyebrows for years. After all, who doesn’t want to wear alluring vintage or designer swimwear for a trip to the beach or poolside relaxation?

Design, style and the amount of skin shown have all made news when it comes to swimwear. While in the 19th century women often sported skirts over bloomers when they visited the shore, by the early 20th century, many were wearing sleek Jantzen suits that would influence the swimsuits women wear today.

By the mid-century, cutouts and two-piece suits were pushing the boundaries of swimwear, with designer Rudi Gernreich debuting the daring topless monokini in 1964. In the 1970s, legendary designers such as Halston were applying an evening-wear aesthetic to swimwear, adding plunging necklines, ruching and even beadwork. Maillots and bikinis began to feature strapless designs.

Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Dior, Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli and Versace are among the designers who have left their mark in the swimwear world with bold prints and cuts as well as a wide range of dazzling embellishments.

Today, swimsuits are crafted with both function and style in mind for swimming, lounging and making a statement in and out of the water. Browse an extensive collection of vintage and designer swimwear on 1stDibs.

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