swimwearquestions

Hi, I’m would like some help in dating this Missoni Mare cover up and some information about Missoni Mare. Thanks

Hi! Hoping you gorgeous minds can help me identify the fabric on this Jantzen Playsuit I've got. And curious to know what the proper terminology for the built in bra might be. Also wouldn't mind a quick lesson on how to measure cup size on these old bathing suits. Thanks so much in advance for...

Hi! I’ve been able to find this swimsuit brand from the 90s, but the label is different. Could this swimsuit be from the 80s or earlier?

I bought this handmade vintage romper with adjustable straps, and I haven't been able to date it. Usually the construction/stitching gives me some clues, but I think the most identifying feature of the piece is the fabric. Anyone have a guess as to the age, based on the fabric? It's a woven...

Hi I’m finding it difficult to buy Catalina clothing online was the sizing says the weight of the person and height and A number such as a 38 but how do you calculate the right sizing? Any help is appreciated. I also do ask for sizing such as bust and waist measurements but I thought someone...

Hello, I've come across these photos in the course of my work as an archivist. For some context, these were taken in the Los Angeles area of middle class to upper middle class people. I've changed my mind back and forth a few times re. if these are from late 20s or early 30s. It's not a huge...

Hi folks, I am searching for information on the designer and history behind a Catalina women's bathing suit. The suit is one-piece, cotton, boned, with button straps and a sarong-style tie over one hip. It has classic boy leg styling, and elasticated shirring at the sides and center front...

hello. Has anyone ever seen this swimsuit pattern before? The designer is Sacony and I’m certain that it’s from the early 40s but I can’t find much info on the pattern. It’s almost like a fish scale/mermaid pattern…and it’s either wool or a wool blend. Trying to figure out if it’s rare and if...

I bought these shorts the other day, and I know they are vintage however I am having a hard time placing what era they are from as the style is unfamiliar to me. They are very short, high waisted, and have built in bloomers. Zipper is the center back and also has a clasp closure. The zipper...

Hello! Could use some help dating this swimsuit. Has no tags. Also am curious as to what fabric it could be made from. It has stretch to it. It has what appears to be nylon lined and lightly boned (in white) cups; metal zipper; removable halter strap; crotch lined in front. From research so far...

Hello, on my hunt to identify this bathing suit, I was recommended this website (which is amazing, I can't believe I haven't found it before now). I've been working on the labels to see if I can identify this logo, but at the moment I still haven't had any luck. I found this bathing suit in...

I recently found a Halston Savage swim suit and need help pricing it. It's the one (not the exact one of course) featured on Time magazine in the 70's. It's in great condition with no issues. I don't know how to upload pictures through my phone.

So, I have bought this wonderfull swimsuit and I have very little knowledge about dating vintage swimwear, so I hope you could help me. white fabric with red rose print stretch on the back the top of the swimsuit is lined and boned metal zipper on the back. the pull has two lightningbolts and...