I have always loved the idea of classic 50's/60's swimsuits, a la Marilyn Monroe and Annette Funicello. Though these older-style swimsuits, for the most part, cover more, there is an extreme appeal about them. I'm not sure if it's the curves that a suit may accentuate or just the classic appeal about them, or some of the beautiful icons that wore them. But I think they are just gorgeous.
In the past it has been difficult to find non-designer, more available swimsuits that seemingly hailed from this era.
However, in recent years these cuts have shown up in more and more places. Now, I'm not saying that they are widely available - oh, no no, they certainly are not. But I was browsing Urban Outfitters yesterday and was pleasantly surprised at a couple of the somewhat old style suits they had available on their site (and for under $100) - and I have added a couple of others.
(photos courtesy of urbanoutfitters.com)
(photos from pinupgirl.com)
But of course, if you're looking for some design fashion, there are some beautiful pieces available, as well - and really, my love truly lies in these pieces.
In the past it has been difficult to find non-designer, more available swimsuits that seemingly hailed from this era.
However, in recent years these cuts have shown up in more and more places. Now, I'm not saying that they are widely available - oh, no no, they certainly are not. But I was browsing Urban Outfitters yesterday and was pleasantly surprised at a couple of the somewhat old style suits they had available on their site (and for under $100) - and I have added a couple of others.
(photos courtesy of urbanoutfitters.com)
(photos from pinupgirl.com)
But of course, if you're looking for some design fashion, there are some beautiful pieces available, as well - and really, my love truly lies in these pieces.
