Can you spot the authentic-vintage vs. the repro-vintage in this photo? Authentic vintage: Swimsuit, vintage Vera towel and framed botanical print … Repro vintage: Flowered bathing cap — and Nancy’s yellow bathroom! Nancy writes:Pam – I am just back from vintage clothing shopping. I found this bathing suit from the 50’s. I didn’t remember that they were just made out of cotton?! Anyway, it went great w/ the swim caps I had gotten from Vermont Country Store. Now, if we just had a pool in this 100 degree weather!Nancy
Thank you, Nancy. Keep cool, everyone.
MbS says
Hi Nancy,
Here are two other great caps. I wore on like this in the 60s:
http://www.swimoutlet.com/product_p/15109.htm
And this one, during my LIFESAVING/GUARDING CLASS….
http://www.swimoutlet.com/product_p/15111.htm
Angela says
fabulous! but that’s a 60s/70s suit, not 50s. 🙂 Is it by Gabar? I love that little shelf bar! so cute!
zena says
I remember even back in the 80’s the little old ladies wearing those caps. I used to want to go over and touch their heads. I love those hats!
Glamorlux Nancy says
Cute! I have a similar suit, made of cotton, with a little skirt and tie belt. I also have some that are stretchy. They are surprisingly form-fitting, sexy and have totally held up over the years. They don’t make ’em like they used to! 🙂