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Women's 'Victory' Liberty swimsuit
Women's 'Victory' Liberty swimsuit

Women's 'Victory' Liberty swimsuit

Maker
Date1950s
Object number00002927
NameSwimsuit
MediumCotton, rubber
DimensionsOverall: 815 x 300 mm, 0.2 kg
Display Dimensions: 510 x 600 mm
ClassificationsClothing and personal items
Credit LineANMM Collection
DescriptionMade by Liberty, this cotton 'Victory' swimsuit features a shirred back, elasticised legs and a half skirt. A feminine shape is created with a cuffed sweet heart neckline and padded bust. Lined with cotton stockinette the swimsuit has a black button detail and adjustable shoulder straps.HistoryFrom the late 1940s cotton swimsuits and sunsuits were often shaped and textured with shirring, smocking and contrasting panels to create a curvaceous and ultra-feminine silhouette that emphasised the bust, waist and hips. SignificanceThis swimsuit is representative of Australian beachwear fashions and textile technologies in the 1950s.