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Swimming Costumes Collection (#4)

"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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Woman On A Surfboard Under The Water; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Man Stands In The Ocean With Items From Work And Vacation Flying Over His Head; Tarifa, Cadiz

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Young Man Leaps Onto His Body Board In Cameron Lake; British Columbia Canada

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Young Man Wearing A Swimsuit Stands In Cameron Lake; British Columbia Canada

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Man Diving For A Beach Ball; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Man Kitesurfing; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Man Kitesurfing; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Windsurfing; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Windsurfing; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Windsurfer; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

A Windsurfer; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Man On The Beach With His Windsurfing Board; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Man In The Water Holding Onto His Windsurfing Board; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Man Kite Surfing Off The Coast Of Parque Natural Del Estrecho; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: A Boy Wearing Snorkeling Gear; Three Hills, Alberta, Canada

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Young Woman With Her Surfboard At The Beach; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Young Woman Sitting On Her Surf Board On The Beach; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: It was strictly against the No Stripping council regulations but it didn

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Acker Bilk (Black Hat) Jazz Musician. June 1961

Acker Bilk (Black Hat) Jazz Musician. June 1961

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Pat Kirby actress from Ilford Essex wearing black one piece swimming costume

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Winter Olympic Games 1956 A model wearing swimwear posing on a balcony

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: 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"
Actress Vera Day on set at Twickenham Studio making the horror film " Womaneater" October 1957

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Winter Olympic Games 1956 Model in swimwear posing with skis on the ice -

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Actress Elke Sommer wearing a bikini 1961

Actress Elke Sommer wearing a bikini 1961

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Jerry Hall Supermodel and actress has designed a set of swimming costumes

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

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Acker Bilk (Black Hat) Jazz Musician. 1961

Acker Bilk (Black Hat) Jazz Musician. 1961

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: The Bathers (w / c on paper)

The Bathers (w / c on paper)
XPG381897 The Bathers (w/c on paper) by Goethem, Edward van (1857-1924); Private Collection; British, out of copyright possible copyright restrictions apply, consult national copyright laws

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Swimmers enjoying the water chute and diving boards at the open air swimming pool

Swimmers enjoying the water chute and diving boards at the open air swimming pool at Westcliff - on -Sea, Essex. 23 June 1920

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Girl bathers in the open - air swimming pool at Westcliff - on - Sea, Essex

Girl bathers in the open - air swimming pool at Westcliff - on - Sea, Essex

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Bathing scenes at Torquay, Devon

Bathing scenes at Torquay, Devon

Background imageSwimming Costumes Collection: Children playing in the stream. 1935

Children playing in the stream. 1935




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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.