Vintage swimwear

As a follow up to the 1940s swimsuit history post, I was going to write about 1950s swimsuits today, but I am feeling a bit under the weather this week, so enjoy this photo roundup instead. All 1950s swimsuits and bathing suits from ads, catalogs, and vintage photographs. Enjoy! More 1950s Style Swimsuits

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1949 Eaton's catalogue.

Find the perfect handmade gift, vintage & on-trend clothes, unique jewelry, and more… lots more.

The best swimwear found online and narrowed down to the top 20 suits. Easy to shop blog with links and everything you need to look good this summer!

1965 Montgomery Ward Spring Summer Catalog, Page 140

The History of Kiwi Beach Culture - and the Bikini - Viva | Once swimwear manufacturer Moontide came to terms with the look of the 1980s it was able to export New Zealand swimwear internationally. Picture / Moontide Collection, 1987

These vintage swimsuits from the '50s said they'd 'slim the hips, diminish the waist, and give your bustline the gently rounded new look.' See

Summer is in full spring here in the UK. We've been enjoying a two month heat wave which has meant for the first time in a long time, it's beach weather! Here's a little visual diary of the pictures that have been inspiring us at Palava HQ. Think vintage synchronised swimmers, art deco summer holidays and the great British seaside. Enjoy! Fancy your own piece of vintage swimmer style? Check our our Embroidered Divers Cardigans that are just back in stock in a gorgeous Navy!

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