1950s Catalina Floral Textured Cotton Swimsuit
Located in London, GB
We have also attached our favourite editorial campaign from 1954 to show this slightly more covered style. This swimsuit is one of the best examples we have had for a long time and i...
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 Barbie in this museum worthy frock. Features mock buttons at left bust and right leg. Fu...
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 design in yellow, pink, turquoise and lilac.
1950s Kittiwake Rose Print Cotton Smocked Swimsuit
Located in London, GB
In absolutely fabulous vintage condition, the swimsuit appears almost unworn.
1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit
Located in London, GB
Fantasie cotton rose print two-piece swim suit - the forerunner of the bikini and a really great example from the late 1950s to early 1960s from this quintessential British lingerie ...
1950s Vintage Swimsuit - Graffiti Print - Overskirt Detail + Padded Breast Cups
Located in KENT, United Kingdom
Product Details: 'Graffiti' Print Swimsuit inc Overskirt Detail & Padded Breast Cups Label: Unknown Era: 1950s Vintage Fabric Content: Printed Stretch Jersey Size: UK 10/12 Bust: ...
1950s Fantasie Turquoise Rose Print Two-piece Swimsuit
Located in London, GB
Fantasie cotton rose print two-piece swim suit - the forerunner of the bikini and a really great example from the late 1950s to early 1960s from this quintessential British lingerie ...
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Size: vintage 12; comparable to size M
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, this sporty piece is both beautiful and practical. Fetching enough to be painted o...
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 zipper condition | excellent fits like medium dress length 24" bodice 12"...
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 bodice * by Kittiwake condition | excellent fits like m/l dress length 2...
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 bodice * tie halter straps * pockets * by Lee Swimplay Suits condition | excellen...
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 made from a high-grade ruched stretch polished cotton blend fabric with adorable st...
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 * bodice stays * centered sheering * Elastic leg openings * metal back zipper * by Ro...
Vintage Lilli Diamond 1970s Silver Sequined 70s Amazing Lurex Wide Leg Jumpsuit
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational early 1970s LILLI DIAMOND silver sequined lurex wide leg disco jumpsuit! Features thousands of hand-sewn silver sequins throughout. Soft silver metallic lurex fabric. Ful...
Manolo Blahnik 2008 Silk Printed Mules With Turquoise Rhinestones, 5.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous pair of Manolo Blahnik pair of sexy mules have the most luscious silk printed design on them with chartreuse leather interior. The design is very Pucci esque. The turqu...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
New Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Ad Runway Heels Pumps Sz 8
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Rare & Collectible Brand New * Kate Moss Black Patent Corset Heels * Size 8 * Black Patent Leather The Heel is a deep, near black irridescent green * Corset Ankle ...
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
Robert Rodriguez Silk Dress with Large Flower
By Robert Rodriguez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous mint green silk dress by Robert Rodriguez. It has spaghetti straps and lots of diagonal seaming leading to a large petal flower comprising most of the skirt front. It has...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Fur Trim Crop Jacket 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves
By Werle Beverly Hills, WERLE of Beverly Hills
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Werle glamorous Mod black glittered silk chiffon gown with nude silk crepe insets at sides and dramatic Dolman draped sheer silk chiffon sleeves. Wide neckline. Completely line...
1970s Vintage Red Polka Dot Halter Maxi Dress by Isabell Gerhart
By Isabell Gerhart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
○ 1970s red polka dot maxi dress ○ halter style dress ○ smocked bodice ○ free flowing skirt ○ back zip closure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ○ era: 1970s ...
Versace Silk Halter Dress with Embroidery
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine stretch silk halter dress from Versace with a colorful pink lily print on a turquoise background. The halter neck and bust area are comprised of intricate silk cord f...
Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress
By Sophie Sitbon Paris, Sophie Sitbon
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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Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008
Moschino Halter Tuxedo Jumpsuit
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black halter jumpsuit from Moschino. It is double breasted with 6 buttons matching the satin peak lapels and hip pocket flaps. Semi fitted through the waist the lower por...
1960's Orange Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress with Open Back and Elaborate Beading
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960's cocktail dress rendered in a bright peach silk crepe with lavish beaded embellishment on cuffs and hem. The streamlined inner shift features a boat neckline. The open back is...
Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s
By Louis Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Estevez. The neckline has 2 fringe edged overlapping panels at the center front and the back is low cut. Intricate seaming creates a clever figure ...
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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