Swimming Costumes Collection

Weston-super-Mare, BR poster, 1948-1965
The Smile in Smiling Somerset. Poster produced by British Railways (BR) to promote train services to Weston-super-Mare in Somerset. Artwork by an unknown artist

Films Carry On Camping Barbara Windsor covers her breasts with her hands after losing her bikini top during morning PT lesson as Kenneth Williams looks on open mouthed and in shock

Cliff Richard Singer Actor at his Surrey home after a swim October 1978

Quels affreux galets... 1853. Creator: Honore Daumier
Quels affreux galets... 1853. - Quels affreux galets...impossible de marcher la dessus...ce n'est reellement que sur les bords de la mer que l'on apprecie et que l'on regrette le macadam

Entrez donc dans la mer sans crainte... 1856. Creator: Honore Daumier
Entrez donc dans la mer sans crainte... 1856. Entrez-donc dans la mer sans crainte, Monsieur Potard, vous voyez bien qu'il n'y a pas de danger puisque j'y suis

Westchester Country Club, 1932. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Westchester Country Club, 1932

Westchester Country Club, 1932. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Westchester Country Club, 1932

Unidentified group of people, possibly members of the Jewett family, standing on the...c1911-1942
Unidentified group of people, possibly members of the Jewett family, standing on the beach watching the waves, between 1911 and 1942

Unidentified group of people, possibly members of the Jewett family, at the beach, c1911-1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Unidentified group of people, possibly members of the Jewett family, at the beach, between 1911 and 1942

Entrez donc dans la mer sans crainte... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Entrez donc dans la mer sans crainte... 19th century. Aquatic Sketches - Enter the sea without fear

Group of people at Long Beach, New York. between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Group of people at Long Beach, New York. between 1896 and 1942

Group of people at Long Beach, New York, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Group of people at Long Beach, New York, between 1896 and 1942

Group of people at Long Beach, New York, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Group of people at Long Beach, New York, between 1896 and 1942

Arnold Genthe with two women friends in Long Beach, New York, between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Arnold Genthe with two women friends in Long Beach, New York, between 1911 and 1942

Les bains a quatre sous, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Les bains a quatre sous, 19th century. Public baths which cost 4 sous - (overcrowded and dangerous)

Nymphes des bords de la Marne, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Nymphes des bords de la Marne, 19th century. Nymphs bathing in the River Marne. (View taken from near Nogent)

Military Training, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Military Training, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Military Training, 1917 or 1918

Military Training, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Military Training, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Military Training, 1917 or 1918

Suzanne Danielle actress modelling one piece swimsuit February 1980 A©mirrorpix
Suzanne Danielle actress modelling one piece swimsuit February 1980 © mirrorpix

Carol Cleveland actress 1987 A©mirrorpix
Carol Cleveland actress 1987 © mirrorpix

John Alderton actor with Carol Hawkins actress star in the series Please Sir Dbase MSI

Sally Thomsett actress stared In Man About The House. April 1989

Sylvia Syms Actress on a boat at sea May 1959

Sheila Hancock April 1961 Actress in bikini

Actress Eva Bartok 1950

Actress Anne Heywood learning to swim for her role in the film Floods of Fear April 1958

Ann Margret Actress at the recording of her musical TV Special entitled Ann Margret Olsson DBase

Three women modelling the latest in bikini fashions July 1970 70-6839-006
Three women modelling the latest in bikini fashions.. July 1970 70-6839-006

Bathers on the beach at Perranporth, Perranzabuloe, Cornwall. 1920s
Twelve bathing " belles" posed on beach in order of height. six older girls, five boys and a little girl. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan

A young athletic woman using a stand-up paddle-board in a calm bay of Hawaii, United States of America, Pacific

Rolling Stones. Bill Wyman, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Brian Jones seen here posing on Malibu beach. According to the photographers " The bpys had some hamburgers

Boxer John H. Stracey and Miss World Wilnelia Merced. January 1976

L to R Diana Bubb, Ann Williams and Lindi Rough three of the models that will grace the T.V.R. stand at the 1972 Motor Show at Earls Court. 8th October 1972

Actor Sean Connery on the set of the James Bond film Goldfinger April 1964

Jerry Hall singer, actress and model shows of her own designed range of swimwear. October 1988

Venice Film Festival 1956 Actor James Mason with his daughter Portland Mason

Actress Anne Heywood learning to swim for her role in the film Floods of Fear April 1958

Patrick McNee with his daughter Jennifer McNee - November 1982 actor, swimming, on shoulders, bikini, top hat, The Avengers, laughing

Robert Vaughn actor with girls - June 1971 Dbase MSi

Sheila Hancock April 1961 Actress stiletto A©Mirrorpix
Sheila Hancock April 1961 Actress stiletto © Mirrorpix

Mamie Van Doren actress model A©Mirrorpix
Mamie Van Doren actress model © Mirrorpix

Fred Feast actor October 1986, stars in a new play "Beauty Game"
Fred Feast actor October 1986, stars in a new play " Beauty Game" in which he plays a smutty stand up comic to a beauty contest at the Forum Theatre, Withenshawe

Actress Eva Bartok August 1950

Jayne Mansfield in swimming pool in Blackpool September 1959

Three women modelling the latest in bikini fashions July 1970 70-6839-001
Three women modelling the latest in bikini fashions.. July 1970 70-6839-001

Edwardian Ladies in their bathing costumes paddling in the sea Clothing Women Swiming Costume Holidays Circa 1906 Clothing fashion 1900s Swimwear Edwardian Fashions Beachwear

Young Woman With Her Surfboard; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Sun bathing on Lake Tiorati, Camp Christmas Seals, Haverstraw, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Haverstraw, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Christmas Seals, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Sun bathing on Lake Tiorati

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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.