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Rudi Gernreich Bathing Suit

The Rudi Gernreich "monokini"  1964 Topless Bathing Suit   RARE!
The Rudi Gernreich "monokini"  1964 Topless Bathing Suit   RARE!

The Rudi Gernreich "monokini" 1964 Topless Bathing Suit RARE!

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Los Angeles, CA

rare Gernreich 1964 topless bathing suit was one of the most sensational, shocking, and innovative

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1960s Swimwear

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Rudi Gernreich Bathing Suit w/vinyl tabs
Rudi Gernreich Bathing Suit w/vinyl tabs

Rudi Gernreich Bathing Suit w/vinyl tabs

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Los Angeles, CA

bathing suit is available to be viewed privately in our Beverly Hills boutique couture salon during

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1960s American Swimwear

Rudi Gernreich Iconic Orange Knit Bathing Suit
Rudi Gernreich Iconic Orange Knit Bathing Suit

Rudi Gernreich Iconic Orange Knit Bathing Suit

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic one piece bathing costume by revered California Designer Rudi Gernreich. Signature design

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1960s American Swimwear

Rudi Gernreich Vintage Black Knit Bathing Suit w/ 4  Buttons
Rudi Gernreich Vintage Black Knit Bathing Suit w/ 4  Buttons

Rudi Gernreich Vintage Black Knit Bathing Suit w/ 4 Buttons

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Measurements: Bust: 34" Waist: 28" Hip: 34" Length: 27" This bathing suit is available

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1950s American Swimwear

Rare S/S 1963 Patchwork Rudi Gernreich Bathing Set w Fringe Belt
Rare S/S 1963 Patchwork Rudi Gernreich Bathing Set w Fringe Belt

Rare S/S 1963 Patchwork Rudi Gernreich Bathing Set w Fringe Belt

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Rockwood, ON

The Spring/Summer 1963 Gernreich collection featured a variety of items made from a patchwork

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1960s Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Documented 1953 Rudi Gernreich Blue Knit Bathing Suit
Documented 1953 Rudi Gernreich Blue Knit Bathing Suit

Documented 1953 Rudi Gernreich Blue Knit Bathing Suit

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Rockwood, ON

Rudi Gernreich set so many firsts in fashion it is mind boggling. He was the first to use "cutouts

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1950s Swimwear

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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.