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!
I am not sure i understand this ad, but the halter swimsuit and dress I would wear in a heartbeat.
Swimsuit contest. Who would you choose to win?
1958 Swimsuit with Elastix for extra stretch
Cole of California Swimsuit- r”Hawaiian” prints
Everything matched in the 1950s. Include swimsuits and sun dresses.
Love these beach side cabana huts
1959 – A day at the seaside with friends
Love all of these 1950s swimsuits, especially the flamingo print.
Just lounging on the beach in high heels. Why not?
1950s red swimsuits certainly stand out on the beach! Photo curtsy of myvintagevogue.com
Yellow swimsuit for a sunny day in the late1950s
1950’s Jantzen swimsuit with “bloomer” bottoms.
Flames? Perfect for the Rockabilly style!
1950s Catalina pink ruched swimsuit fit for a queen.
Cute white ties lace up this front and sides giving it a nautical vibe
Strapless, ruched, blue 1950s Swimsuit by Catalina
This is my new Ester Williams swimsuit I found at Unique-Vintage.com. I love it. As soon as I get a chance to wear it I will share some pics.
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Debbie Sessions has been teaching fashion history and helping people dress for vintage themed events since 2009. She has turned a hobby into VintageDancer.com with hundreds of well researched articles and hand picked links to vintage inspired clothing online. She aims to make dressing accurately (or not) an affordable option for all. Oh, and she dances too.
