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...
New Dsquared Size 10 - 12 / 46 Flattering Bubblegum Pink Short Sleeve Dress
By Dsquared2
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new Dsquared2 bubblegum pink short sleeve flattering dress! Features a higher neck with a scoop back that reveals just the right amount of skin. Flattering gathers at the waist...
$895
Size: Medium - Large
Vintage Nina Ricci Raspberry Pink Double Breasted Dress w/ Pockets + Bow Belt
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Such a pretty vintage Nina Ricci dress! Beautiful raspberry pink color, on a double breasted style! Attached bow belt wraps around the back, with hook-and-eye closure at front side. ...
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...
1980S Cotton Lilly P Style Bright Floral Jumpsuit Romper
Located in New York, NY
1980S Cotton Lilly P Style Bright Floral Jumpsuit Romper
$5,494
Size: 10 / 32 (Vintage)
ROSE MARIE REID c.1950s EMILIO PUCCI Signature Print One Piece Swimsuit / Romper
By Emilio Pucci, Rose Marie Reid
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Rose Marie Reid of California c.1950's Emilio Pucci signature print one piece swimsuit / romper. Multicolor Emilio Pucci striped Sicilian motif signature print in shades of b...
Vintage Thierry Mugler Pink Mini Dress Circa 1990's
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Thierry Mugler Dress We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore This vintage spaghetti strapped pink tailored mini dress consists of satin inserts as well as cross ...
$596Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
Chic 1960s Bubblegum Pink Jackie O Style Vintage 60s Raw Silk Bow Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s bubblegum pink Jackie O style silk dress! Flattering sheath shape with a bow at top left center neck. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Perfect for ...
1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués
By Charles Worth
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1950s couture dress in pink and white net tulle is by the extolled French fashion house Worth and retailed at their London boutique on Grosvenor Street. The quality a...
Vintage 1950s Hot Pink Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress with Embelishment
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1950s Hot pink silk strapless cocktail dress with beaded bust and peplum hem. Bust: 34 inches / Waist: 29” / dress length ; 33
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin
Located in San Diego, CA
What a dress!!! This gorgeous 1950s mermaid dress could have easily been on any of the 50s starlets! Pink Chantilly lace, intermixed with sequins throughout. Fitted throughout the bo...
1960s Vintage Floral Print Formal Silk Cocktail Sheath Dress
By Fanya
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous silk fabric! Vintage 1960s cocktail dress with a vibrant floral print and front ruffle detail. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Estimated Size: Small Color: ...
$350Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 4-6
The Prettiest Shocking Pink 100% Italian Silk Dress with Flared Skirt
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shock them wearing a Shocking Pink Silk timeless dress from the Taroni silks the illustrious mill in Como. A lovely scoop neckline for summer days and nights. The skirt fullness of t...
Yves Saint Laurent Size 12 / 14 Vintage Sexy Hot Pink + Black One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT hot pink and black plunging halter one piece swimsuit or bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched bodice with a plunging neckline. Plastic clasp at top ...
$2,447
Size: IT 44 - FR 40 - UK 12 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana pink crepe halter-neck skater dress, ss 1995
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana pink crepe skater dress ▪ 79% Acetate, 21% Rayon ▪ Nipping in at the waist and flaring out into a full skirt ▪ Halter-neck with string fastening ▪ Concealed zipper...
Bubblegum pink rayon knit mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bubblegum pink rayon knit mini dress. Knit composition: 80% rayon, 18% nylon, 2% stretch . Zip closure on the middle back SIZE 34 / XXS
NWT 1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic Size 8 Coral Pink Silk Vintage 90s Dress New
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brand new (with tags) MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic 1990s Grecian silk dress! Flattering drapery on both the bodice and skirt. Ruched detail at waist. Flattering draped neck. Hidde...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
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...
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...
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 ...
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Deep Cleavage Laceup Silk Dress 4
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
This dress is a variation of Goldie Hawn's Golden Globe Dress created exclusively by John Galliano An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for y...
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. ...
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...
Dolce&Gabbana Cocktail / Dinner Sheath Dress Black w/ Lace Built in Bra 40 / 6
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Dolce&Gabbana black cocktail sheath dress. Overlay lace on bust, waist and hem. Dress has built-in underwire bra with adjustable bra straps. Hidden rear zip. So...
Late 1960s Ferdinando Sarmi Burgundy Velvet Gown with Flared Cuffs and Hem
By Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Gresham, OR
An exquisite late 1960s Ferdinando Sarmi Renaissance-Revival, burgundy velvet gown with flared cuffs and hem. Satin trim at cuffs and a thin satin tie waistband. zippered back. Wond...
1960s Zibaut French Mod Colorful Flower Cotton Blouse & Skirt Vintage Dress Set
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 60s mod vibrant colorful flower print cotton skirt and shirt suit set by French label ZIBAUT! Colorful printed flowers in pink, orange, blue, yellow, white and green (I ...
Moschino Vintage Black Cut Out Bow Tie Mini Dress, 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Moschino mini dress with a cut out bow tie detail. Sleeveless sleeves and mini length. Details: Unlined Rear Zip Closure Marked Size: Unmarked Estimated Size...
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...
1940S Baby Pink Silk Hand Embroidered Negligee Slip Dress With Adjustable Waist
Located in New York, NY
1940S Baby Pink Silk Hand Embroidered Negligee Slip Dress With Adjustable Waist Ties
Travilla Long Blood Orange Chiffon Gown, Circa 1970
By Travilla
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long blood orange chiffon gown by Travilla, from the 1970's. The gown has a deep neckline with gathers, a halter neck, layers of ruffles at the hemline, and a zipper up the...
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl Lagerfeld’s direction. This gown embodies timeless elegance, drawing inspiration from...
1990s Couture Jean-Louis Scherrer Vintage Painted Red + Black Trousers/ Pants
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Sparks, NV
Number vintage couture from the 1990s by Jean-Louis Scherrer! Hand painted red and black silk trousers. Unlined with side zip and button closure. Hidden front pockets. The marked siz...
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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