Vintage 1900s Women's Bathing Suit

This ladies' 1900s bathing suit is what the proper miss would have been seen wearing along the shoreline at an early 19th-century beach resort. It features the most popular naval middy collar with a V-neck front and a large square flap across the back, which has contrasting trim. Authentic details include an attached contrasting bow tie, cap sleeves, and contrasting trim at the sleeves and ruffled skirt bottom. The skirt measures approximately 26 inches in length from the set-in waist, and a discreet zipper fastens up the side.

Crafted from 100% cotton, this bathing suit is designed for comfort. It can be machine washed in cold water on a gentle cycle and hung to dry, or it can be dry cleaned. This is a historical garment and is not recommended for actual swimming, as the white fabric may become sheer when wet. For modesty and authenticity, it is suggested to pair this suit with pantaloons and a mob cap, which are sold separately.

As more people flocked to beaches, bathing garments became more fitted and shorter, much to the dismay of the conservative bystanders. This well-tailored sailor suit was the height of beach fashion in the 1890s and early 1900s and would have even passed the scrutiny of the Beach Patrol, whose job was to ensure that ladies' skirts were not too short.

Our version of the 1900s bathing suit features the classic naval middy collar and a V-neck front, with a large square flap across the back that has contrasting trim. The authentic details include an attached contrasting bow tie, cap sleeves, and contrasting trim at the sleeves and ruffled skirt bottom. The skirt measures approximately 26 inches in length from the set-in waist, and a discreet zipper fastens up the side.

This imported garment is available in a range of sizes, from Small to 3X. The sizing chart is as follows: Size | Bust (up to) | Waist (up to) --- | --- | --- Small | 34-35" | 28-29" Medium | 36-37" | 30-31" Large | 38-39" | 32-33" X-Large | 40-41" | 34-35" 2X | 42-45" | 36-38" 3X | 45-47" | 39-42"

Be sure to visit our storefront to find our Perfect Pantaloons and Mob Cap, as well as coordinating Men's Bathing Suits, for a complete vintage-inspired beach ensemble.

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