{"product_id":"striped-cotton-knit-bathing-suit-set-ca-1926","title":"Striped Cotton Knit Bathing Suit Set, ca. 1926","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis antique \u003cstrong\u003e1926 striped cotton knit bathing suit set\u003c\/strong\u003e, consisting of a \u003cstrong\u003etop and shorts\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a wonderful example of early‑20th‑century \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=History_of_1920s_bathing_fashion\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ebathing fashion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e during the rise of modern seaside culture. Made of soft \u003cstrong\u003estriped cotton knit\u003c\/strong\u003e, the suit reflects the sporty, streamlined aesthetic of the \u003cstrong\u003e1920s\u003c\/strong\u003e, when swimming and sunbathing became popular leisure activities and public beaches were increasingly accessible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003etop\u003c\/strong\u003e features \u003cstrong\u003eshort sleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003erounded neckline\u003c\/strong\u003e, measuring 40 inches at the chest, 28 inches in length, and 11 inches at the sleeve. The \u003cstrong\u003eshorts\u003c\/strong\u003e have a \u003cstrong\u003edrawstring waist\u003c\/strong\u003e, adjustable up to 40 inches, and measure 19 inches long. Knit bathing suits like this were designed to fit closely to the body, offering comfort and mobility while still maintaining modesty — a hallmark of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=1920s_swimwear_design\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e1920s swimwear design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the mid‑1920s, bathing suits had evolved from heavy wool garments into lighter, more practical cotton or wool‑knit styles. Stripes were fashionable, and two‑piece suits became increasingly common for both men and women. The growing popularity of swimming clubs, seaside resorts, and health‑oriented leisure contributed to a vibrant \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=1920s_bathing_culture_history\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ebathing culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e that celebrated sport, modernity, and outdoor life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bathing suit is in \u003cstrong\u003egood to very good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing \u003cstrong\u003egeneral wear\u003c\/strong\u003e, a few \u003cstrong\u003esmall holes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and some \u003cstrong\u003espots\u003c\/strong\u003e — typical signs of age for knit fabrics. As an authentic example of early‑20th‑century \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Antique_swimwear_history\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eswimwear history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers valuable insight into the social and cultural transformation of bathing practices during the 1920s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Gown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62049509048707,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/01-antique-bathing-dress-1920s.jpg?v=1784655711","url":"https:\/\/antique-gown.com\/de\/products\/striped-cotton-knit-bathing-suit-set-ca-1926","provider":"ANTIQUE GOWN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}