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Let's talk about the origin of the swimsuit.  Before the 20th century, people swam in the nude.  However, women were expected to wear swimsuits at the spa.  

In 1771 the Expedition of Humphry Clinker published that women were to wear brown linen, hats, and jackets.  Can you imagine riding the waves or swimming laps in that garb? 

In 1867 women's swimsuits were made of stiff canvas and were designed with enormous sleeves.  Stiff canvas hid curves on the body and eliminated the possibility of fabric clinging to the figure.

In the 18th century women wore long "weighted" dresses.  Must have been quite daunting keeping afloat.  In the 19th century women were graced in a full-length outfit from neck to knees, and if that wasn't sufficient, additional layers of trousers with leggings down to the ankles addedto complete the look.

In 1907 Annette Kellerman was arrested for indecent exposure because her swimsuit exposed neck, arms, and legs.   In the 1920s this renegade decided to sell her offensive style swimsuit.  Thus the swimsuit revolution was born.  

In the 50s the bikini bottoms covered the navel, and in the 60s the navel was boldly displayed.   The monokini was introduced as a topless suit supported by straps.  The 80s was the era if cutouts  

Today we have one piece swimsuits, tankinis, bikinis, monokinis, swimsuits for maternity, swimsuits for mastectomy, rash guards to surf in, and swimsuits to play ball in.   We even have SPF safe suits.  The bottoms might be strings; the tops may be triangles, the fabric may be shear.  But last, but surely not least, is the original Birthday suit which is the best suit of all.

 

 

 

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Lidea

Lidea Capri Skirted Bottom in Black 409-583-077

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Lidea Capri Black and White Bikini Top 7576-583-077

$27.80 USD
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Melissa Odabash

Melissa Odabash Bel Air Bikini Set In Black

$224.00 USD
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Anita

Anita Lelepa Maternity Tankini Set 9654-001

$20.15 USD
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Sunsets

Sunsets Twist and Shout Bottom In Black 14B-BLCK

$39.60 USD
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Sunsets

Sunsets Bardot Underwire Top in Black

$72.00 USD
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Tori Praver

Tori Praver Isabella Crete Colorblock One Piece Swimsuit

$33.66 USD
$99.00 USD
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Tori Praver

Tori Praver Cristina Crete Colorblock/Storm Bottom In Black

$27.03 USD
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Tori Praver Vera Storm High Waist Bottom In Black

$44.98 USD
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Tori Praver Eva Storm Underwire Top In Black

$19.99 USD
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L*Space

L Space Liberty Floracopa Sierra High Neck Top LASIT17-LIF

$26.32 USD
$77.40 USD
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Red Carter

Red Carter Splice and Dice High Neck Keyhole Bikini Top RCSD117213

$22.70 USD
$53.40 USD
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Sunflair

Sunflair Mix and Match Bikini Black Bottom 21297-BLK

$10.71 USD
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Maryan Mehlhorn

Maryan Mehlhorn Safari Front Zip One Piece Swimsuit

$249.00 USD
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Anita

Anita Maternity Boho Beach Mavea Tankini in Black 9666-001

$95.00 USD
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Anita

Anita Comfort Sosanna Skirted One Piece in Black 7446-430

$30.35 USD
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Anita Care Venedig Mastectomy One Piece Swimsuit in Black 6206-001

$99.00 USD
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Miraclesuit

Miraclesuit Fold over Bottom in Black 6503102-BLK

$74.00 USD
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Seafolly

Seafolly Halter Top In Black 30036DD-065

$97.00 USD
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Vitamin A

Vitamin A EcoLux Bianca One Piece Bodysuit in Black 73M ECB

$170.00 USD
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Vitamin A EcoLux Neutra One Piece in Black 50M ECB

$192.00 USD
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L Space Lily Classic Bikini Bottom in Black

$76.00 USD
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Profile by Gottex Tutti Frutti Higher Waist Bottom in Black 1P54-001

$48.00 USD
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Profile by Gottex Tutti Frutti Classic Bikini Bottom in Black-1P90-001

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