I mean... The photos say it all, don't they? An exceptional early 1950s cotton swimsuit in a rare colorway. This piece originates from a sub-sect of 'Fleming, Reid and Co. Ltd', a nineteenth-century spinning company that later expanded into hosiery production and retail. Its retail network, 'Scotch Wool and Hosiery Stores', spanned the UK, offering the company’s knitting wools, patterns, and knitted products. By the early 1950s, they had diversified into fabrics like cotton.
This swimsuit features a classic princess silhouette, characterised by a sweetheart neckline and a 'skirt' covering the bottoms. It boasts a shaped bust with boning, a tie bow, and a halter neck. Ruching details are present throughout, including on the entire back. The piece has no closure and is pulled up over the hips.
Condition: The boning at the bust may tend to 'flip' around to the wrong side, sometimes requiring a little manoeuvring into the right shape!
Shown on an approx UK size 6 mannequin (B:34"/W:25"/H:34”)
- Bust: 36"
- Waist: best fit 26"
- Hips: up to 34"
- Length from the top of the sweetheart bust 'cup' to the crotch: 23" (not including strap)
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We use the vintage condition chart from the Vintage Fashion Guild. This is as follows:
- Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws or unworn and in perfect condition.
- Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
- Good: Visible wear. Minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
- Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
- Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
Vintage clothing is often homemade and/or follows a very different size guide to modern-day clothing. Please ensure you check the measurements carefully on the product description before making your order. We use a rough sizing guide based on waist sizing:
XS | Waist 22"- 25"
S | Waist 26"- 27"
M | Waist 28"- 30"
L | Waist 31"- 32"
XL | Waist 33"- plus
Please do not take the size guide as gospel as the size stated here may not be the size you would normally buy. It is very important to know your bust, waist and hip sizing ahead of purchase.
Refer to our care & condition guide for expert tips on preserving your vintage.
