Skimpy Collection

Flapper on Bonnet 1927
A girl on a bonnet: wears a skimpy sleeveless white drop waist dress hitched up to expose her thighs, T-bar shoes, a cloche hat & a scarf a la Isadora Duncan

Poster - Eat More Fruit - for Health and Vitality - published / issued by the Retail Fruit Trade Federation Ltd. Date: 1950s

Girl in her underwear riding a large Easter egg
A girl in her underwear riding a large Easter egg

Not Every Bathing Dress Spells a Plunge in the River! by Barribal. 1925

Print Users Yearbook -- red-haired woman
Print Users Yearbook -- a red-haired woman in a skimpy costume, with a long scarf billowing from each hand. Date: circa 1930s

Actress from the Mack Sennett Comedy Studios
A rather lovely actress in a rather skimpy swimsuit from the Mack Sennett Comedy Studios, Los Angeles, USA. She holds a fine striped parasol and stands at the end of a jetty

Woman with Dogs 1929
Pretty young woman in skimpy costume, relaxing by the sea with her four fluffy white dogs

Bathing Beauty / Rosalba
Cheeky-looking young woman in a skimpy red swimsuit, sitting on a diving board: Rosalba

Anna May Wong in A E Dupont's Piccadilly
Anna May Wong as Shosho in British International Pictures film, A E Dupont's Piccadilly, Bioscope Gallery of British Films & Stars. Date: 1929

CM34 4764 Richard Wilson, Squire 1500 SC, Skimpy
Richard Wilson, Squire 1500 SC, Skimpy, Trofeo Nuvolari, a single driver twenty minute race for Sports Racing cars that competed unto 1939, Goodwood 80th Members Meeting, Goodwood Motor Circuit

Comic postcard, Couple in bedroom, phone call Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman complains to hotel manager Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman offers bathing dress Date: early 20th century

A Bare living by Wilton Williams
A cabaret dancer wearing very little entertains diners at a smart restaurant. Date: 1928

Ann Dvorak, American actress
Ann Dvorak (1911-1979), American actress. 1938

Cartoon, Logic! by Bert Thomas. Daughter to mother: Well, I hardly ever go to bed here. I must take my clothes off sometimes. Date: 1933

The Amateur by Lewis Baumer

Maud Allan as Salome
Maud Allan in her famous role as Salome, holding aloft the head of John the Baptist. Photograph reproduced in The Bystander which comments on the scandal her erotic portrayal of a religious subject

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-012

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-001

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-002

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-010

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-007

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-005

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-006

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-014

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-012

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-007

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-008

Model Carol Gardener as Eve about to take a bite from the apple. 1960 E421

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-003

Model wearing fancy dress sailors outfit. 1959 E34

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-013

Woman wearing chefs hat holding loaf of bread. 1959 E61-006

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-011

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-001

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-004

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-009

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-002

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-010

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-006

Model Carol Gardener as Eve about to take a bite from the apple. 1960 E421-014

Pat Bolton seen here with her pet poodle dog. 1964 E298-009

Model wearing fancy dress sailors outfit. 1959 E34-001

Women dressed as She Devil. Model: Pamela Dennis. May 1957 E270-001

Cleaner wearing fancy dress. 1966 E25-011

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"Skimpy: A Journey through Time and Fashion" Step back into the roaring 1920s with a flapper donning a bonnet, exuding an air of rebellion and freedom. Intriguing posters from the Retail industry urge us to "Eat More Fruit for Health and Vitality, " reminding us of the importance of nourishing our bodies. A playful image captures a girl in her underwear riding a large Easter egg, symbolizing the joy and innocence associated with this festive season. Discover that not every bathing dress spells a plunge in the river as women challenge societal norms by embracing more daring swimwear choices. The Print Users Yearbook introduces us to a captivating red-haired woman, leaving us curious about her story within its pages. Enter the world of comedy with an actress from Mack Sennett Comedy Studios, where laughter knows no bounds. Witness the bond between humans and animals as we encounter a woman surrounded by dogs in 1929, showcasing love and companionship beyond words. Rosalba's beauty shines through as she graces us with her presence as a stunning bathing beauty - embodying elegance at its finest. Travel forward to the vibrant 1970s where basketball takes center stage, capturing both athleticism and style in one frame. Anna May Wong captivates audiences in A E Dupont's Piccadilly, breaking barriers for Asian representation on screen during that era. Explore The Cult of Nudity through sunbathing fashions from the 1930s - revealing how society's perception towards nudity has evolved over time. Delve into Mexican culture through vignette design featuring women confidently posing in their underwear - celebrating diversity and body positivity. From bonnets to bikinis, fruit to laughter-filled studios; these images tell stories of fashion revolutions, cultural shifts, individual expression, and timeless allure. Step into this captivating journey where history meets artistry.