Women's black Corals Beachwear swimsuit
Maker
Corals Beachwear
(Australian)
Designer
Joan Amy
Date1960s
Object number00016869
NameSwimsuit
MediumNylon
DimensionsOverall: 0.1 kg
Clothing size: 34
Clothing size: 34
ClassificationsClothing and personal items
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Joan Amy
DescriptionThis simple black one piece swimsuit has a panelled princess-line bodice, capped sleeves and a low 'v' back, with a half skirt for modesty. Designed by Joan Amy for Corals Beachwear, the swimsuit's new stretch-nylon fabric offered support and shape with an inbuilt bra and elasticised edging along the legs.
HistoryIn the 1950s and early 1960s swimsuits and sunsuits were often shaped with panelling and built-in supports to create a curvaceous, ultra-feminine silhouette emphasising the bust, waistline and hips.
As the 1960s progressed swimsuits became less structured and designs became more focused on comfort. New synthetic fabrics that were quick drying and stretched to hug the figure, provided a more self supporting garment than the heavier woollen suits of previous decades.SignificanceThis Australian made swimsuit is representative of beach fashions designed by Joan Amy during the 1960s.
