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Vintage 1950s Swimsuit

1950s Catalina Floral Textured Cotton Swimsuit
Located in London, GB
Universe pageants in order to promote their swimwear designs. This 1950s example is a textured cotton blend
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1960s American Swimwear

1950s Vintage Swimsuit - Graffiti Print - Overskirt Detail + Padded Breast Cups
Located in KENT, GB
: Unknown Era: 1950s Vintage Fabric Content: Printed Stretch Jersey Size: UK 10/12 Bust: 36" Waist: 29
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1950s American Swimwear

1950s Maurice Handler Bubblegum Pink One Piece Vintage 50s Bombshell Swimsuit
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and rare 1950s MAURICE HANDLER bubblegum pink one piece swimsuit ! Channel your inner
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1950s American Swimwear

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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
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
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 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

Jantzen Diving Girl Backless Blue Tiki Play Suit Swimsuit Beach Romper– M, 1950s
By Jantzen
Located in Tucson, AZ
Pinups rejoice! As cheeky as a Claire McCardell romper and as functional as a traditional swimsuit
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1950s American Swimwear

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

Vintage 1950s Kittiwake Red and Blue Watercolor Cotton Swimsuit
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s swimsuit * watercolor floral cotton * adjustable halter straps * elastic back
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1950s Swimwear

Vintage 1950s Lee Swimplay Suits Yellow Watering Can Swimsuit
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s swimsuit * yellow watering can print cotton * bodice stays * elastic back
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1950s Swimwear

Vintage 1950's Jantzen Embroidered Strawberries Swimsuit & Terry-Cloth Cover Up
By Jantzen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Words can not describe how beautiful this 1950's Jantzen swimsuit ensemble is. The bathing suit is
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1950s American Beachwear

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

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Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...
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S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Runway Ruched Trompe L'œil Denim Blue Mini Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning blue ruched Versace mini dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2005 'Chaos Couture' collection, this dress emulates the look of denim, th...
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace RUNWAY dress with bustle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, jet-black semi-sheer dress with flounced pointelle trim and bustle back designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the summer of 1992 exactly as seen on the runway and featured ...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress
By Sophie Sitbon, Sophie Sitbon Paris
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black dress from French designer Sophie Sitbon. It is a simple sleeveless crew neck dress with horizontal cut outs across the midriff, upper chest and sides. The back is...
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1990s French Day Dresses

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Yellow Polynesian Print Tulip Skirt Swimsuit Play Suit Beach Romper – S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Suitable for swim, beach or resort, this beautifully textured play suit features a feminine tulip skirt with elasticized bloomers beneath à la Claire McCardell. A print juicy enough...
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1950s American Swimwear

2000s Thierry Mugler Couture Black Plunging Cut Out Short Romper
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black Thierry Mugler short romper designed by Manfred Mugler. From the early 2000s, this short jumpsuit features short sleeves and a deep v-neckline. Silver-tone metal a...
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Early 2000s French Jumpers

1950s Bruce Arnold Hong Kong Irridescent Red Sequin Beaded Fringe Evening Gown
By BRUCE ARNOLD
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950s Bruce Arnold, Hong Kong, red sequin & beaded fringe evening gown. Gorgeous iridescent red sequins cover the entire gown and are interspersed with swags of red glass beaded frin...
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1950s Hong Kong Day Dresses

1960s Tina Leser Mod One Piece Vintage Playsuit Romper 60s Swimsuit Flowers
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 60s TINA LESER one piece cotton play suit, roper swimsuit! One of the many great aspects about this piece is that it can be worn for so many different occasions. Yellow ba...
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1960s American Swimwear

Roberto Cavalli 2004 Purple & Gold Floral Silk Halter Gown Dress Backless
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Roberto Cavalli Vintage 2004 Purple Floral Print with Metallic Gold Throughout Size XS 100% Silk Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 65, pit to pit 14, waist 12.5 FI...
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Moschino Wrap Car Wash Hem Maxi Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A black dress in a fine silky knit from Moschino. It is maxi length with a wrapped bodice, ruched band at the hips and fabulous skirt with a car wash hem comprised of 6 panels open t...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Issey Miyake Skirt with Straps
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cotton blend skirt from Issey Miyake. The straight skirt has functional, adjustable straps and metal rings along each side. It is lined, has a front zipper with 2 me...
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1990s Japanese Skirts

90s Thierry Mugler Open Heart Back Red Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Miami, FL
Manfred Thierry Mugler was a French fashion designer who began his brand in the 1970s and was known for his avant-garde, architectural, hyperfeminine and theatrical approach. This i...
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare Kreinick 1960s Vintage Red + Yellow Polka Dot Mod Dress + Jacket Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Very rare Kreinick label! American couture at its finest. Heavy weight jacquard fabric appears to be made of silk and wool. This listing is for a two piece ensemble. The dress is sle...
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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Peck & Peck Ochre Tiki Sarong-Tie Play Suit Swimsuit Beach Romper – M, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Mix a Mai Tai and get ready to do the “limbo,” because your beach party wardrobe is covered. A departure from the classic, WASP-y fashion for which the brand was known, this rare tik...
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1960s American Swimwear

New Versace S/S 2006 Runway Bustier Bra Sheer Halter Top
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
New Versace S/S 2006 Runway Bustier Bra Sheer Halter Top IT 40 Look 18 from the Spring 2006 Collection.
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Rare Alexander McQueen Dress Blue Chiffon 2009 "Plato Atlantis " Print
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Very rare Alexander McQueen Dress in draped chiffon with "Plato Atlantis" collection print Layered chiffon silk fabric Collection 2009 Size 46 IT. Note:our opinion is that this...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

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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.

Questions About Vintage 1950s Swimsuit
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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