World War II Era 2-Piece Bathing Suit Top
Datec. 1940s
Mediumcotton, metal
Dimensions8 × 18 in. (20.3 × 45.7 cm)
ClassificationsClothing, Costume, & Accessories
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Jo White
Object numberPC2009.39.1.1
DescriptionThis swim suit stands as an example of the changes in fashion during this time period. Instead of a one piece suit this two-piece bathing suit consists of a top and short bottom that is dyed green with white polka dots. The top is laced up at its center with white laces run through metal grommets.On View
On view
ca. 1940
ca. 1980
Jean Redmond Pitchford
July 1949
