1880s VICTORIAN BATHING SUIT
I know its winter out there, but I wanted to upload a couple very special things that I have been hording for too long. I must apologize for the poor picture quality! It was overcast today and the lighting was awful. Hopefully you can get the idea though.
This first photo set is one of two Victorian bathing suits that I own. They are both from the late 1800s somewhere between 1880-1900. This one is in mint condition! It makes me so happy something so old has survived all these years. The fabric, a wool cotton blend most likely, is a deep rich black with a slight sheen to it. This swimsuit closes up the side with hook and eyes and has a stunning tiered skirt with striped trim. Stripes seem to be very popular in Victorian swimwear. The last two pictures are women from the late 1800s lounging in their similar swimwear.
The swim suits were very modest and this would have been worn with bloomers or stocking and sandals. personally I have worn this to work and a dinner party, people are very surprised to find out its actually a swimsuit!
Both for these bathing suits are FOR SALE, contact me for more details. I am open to offers.
