Swimming Costumes Collection (#3)

Clothing Beach Old: Bathing Costumes 1870 to 1931 at the Regal Cinema. P018090

Pupils and teachers of Tynemouth schools at their centenary swimming gala at Tynemouth bathing pool July 1949

The obliging fisherman who left a rope dangling from the stern jib of his fishing trawler at St. Ives, Cornwall, provided a perfect swing for this trio of holidaymakers

On the Bluff at Long Branch, at the Bathing Hour (Harpers Weekly, Vol. XIV), August 6, 1870

Bathing at Long Branch "Oh, Ain t It Cold"(Every Saturday, Vol. III, New Serie
Bathing at Long Branch " Oh, Ain t It Cold" (Every Saturday, Vol. III, New Series), August 26, 1871

The Bathe at Newport (Harpers Weekly, Vol. II), September 4, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Bathe at Newport (Harpers Weekly, Vol. II), September 4, 1858

Linda Lusardi Model / TV Presenter on boat with Actor Christopher Lee in September 1988
Linda Lusardi Model/TV Presenter on boat with Actor Christopher Lee in September 1988

Actress Elke Sommer wearing a bikini 1961

Julie Ege the Norwegian actress Dbase

Silhouette Of A Man Running On Beach At Sunset; Ireland

A Woman Laying In The Sand With A Sandy Face, Hair And Arms; Kauai, Hawaii, United States Of America

A Young Woman Wearing A Lei Rides A Surfboard Out In The Water; Maui, Hawaii, United States Of America

A Young Woman Lays On A Surfboard On The Sand; Maui, Hawaii, United States Of America

Silhouette of a woman standing on a rock at the waters edge with her surfboard at sunset; Tarifa cadiz andalusia spain

A woman standing in the ocean holding a surfboard at sunset; Canos de meca cadiz andalusia spain

A woman wearing a black bikini stands at the waters edge holding a surfboard; Tarifa cadiz andalusia spain

Windsurfer along the coast; tarifa cadiz andalusia spain

Silhouette of a female surfer holding her surfboard while standing on a rock at the coast; andalusia spain

Silhouette of a female surfer holding her surfboard up above her head while standing on a rock at the coast; andalusia spain

A woman in a yellow bikini sits with her paddle and board basking in the sunlight on the ocean; Tarifa cadiz andalusia spain

Two young men standing on the beach with a surfboard; Tarifa cadiz andalusia spain

Woman Kitesurfing In Costa De La Luz; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalucia, Spain

Diver Pulling Himself Out Of The Pool With Water Dripping Off Him; Portland, Oregon, United States of America

A Woman Laying On A Surfboard Watching The Sunset; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Surfer On A Wave At Dusk; Baja California Sur Mexico

A Woman Sitting On A Surfboard In The Water; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Woman On A Surfboard Under The Water; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Man Stands In The Ocean With Items From Work And Vacation Flying Over His Head; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Young Man Leaps Onto His Body Board In Cameron Lake; British Columbia Canada

A Young Man Wearing A Swimsuit Stands In Cameron Lake; British Columbia Canada

A Man Diving For A Beach Ball; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Man Kitesurfing; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Windsurfing; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Windsurfer; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Man On The Beach With His Windsurfing Board; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Man In The Water Holding Onto His Windsurfing Board; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Man Kite Surfing Off The Coast Of Parque Natural Del Estrecho; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Boy Wearing Snorkeling Gear; Three Hills, Alberta, Canada

Young Woman With Her Surfboard At The Beach; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Young Woman Sitting On Her Surf Board On The Beach; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

It was strictly against the No Stripping council regulations but it didn t wash with some of the toddlers at Brandling Park, Newcastle, when things became just too hot in June 1950

Acker Bilk (Black Hat) Jazz Musician. June 1961

Pat Kirby actress from Ilford Essex wearing black one piece swimming costume and holding a toy poodle Lulu

Winter Olympic Games 1956 A model wearing swimwear posing on a balcony -

Actress Vera Day on set at Twickenham Studio making the horror film "Womaneater"
Actress Vera Day on set at Twickenham Studio making the horror film " Womaneater" October 1957

Winter Olympic Games 1956 Model in swimwear posing with skis on the ice -

Actress Elke Sommer wearing a bikini 1961

Jerry Hall Supermodel and actress has designed a set of swimming costumes and stands with the model who medelled them for her October 1988 dbase

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"From Weston-super-Mare to Perranporth: A Journey Through the Evolution of Swimming Costumes" Step back in time and dive into the fascinating world of swimming costumes. 🏊‍♀️✨ In the 1948-1965 era, a British Railways poster showcased the allure of seaside fashion at Weston-super-Mare. Fast forward to Carry On Camping in 1969, where Barbara Windsor playfully covered her breasts with her hands, leaving audiences in stitches. The summer of 1970 brought us three stunning models flaunting the latest bikini fashions. Their confidence radiated as they embraced this daring trend that would forever change beachwear. Traveling further back to the carefree 1920s, we find ourselves at Perranporth Beach in Cornwall. Bathers frolic along its shores, sporting swimsuits that were modest by today's standards but still exuded elegance and charm. Moving ahead to February 1980, Suzanne Danielle graced magazine covers as she confidently modeled a sleek one-piece swimsuit. Her poise and grace set new standards for swimwear fashion. Carol Cleveland, known for her roles in Monty Python sketches, made waves in 1987 with her timeless beauty captured on film. She proved that age is just a number when it comes to looking fabulous on the beach. Remember John Alderton from Please Sir? Well, he shared his spotlight with Carol Hawkins as they both enjoyed some sun-soaked moments together. Their chemistry was undeniable. Sally Thomsett stole hearts during her time starring In Man About The House (April 1989). Her infectious smile and radiant energy made every beach day feel like paradise. Picture yourself sailing away into May 1959 with Sylvia Syms aboard a boat at sea. As an actress who effortlessly embodied sophistication and style on-screen, she epitomized glamour even while enjoying leisurely activities.