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Woman's swimsuit

Designed by: Rose Marie Reid (Canadian (worked in the United States))
American
1950s
Object Place: California, United States

Medium/Technique Nylon plain weave (faille), applied metallic braid and metal beads, elastic, cotton plain weave, metal zipper
Dimensions Center back: 40.6 cm (16 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Linda Fenton
Accession Number2005.170
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionSwimsuit of white nylon faille with fitted, boned bodice and full, shirred trunks, adjustable shoulder straps; front and neckline of bodice decorated with scrolling design in applied gold metallic braid and gold beads. Partial lining of nylon faille and cotton plain weave. Labelled: "Original Rose Marie Reid of California Hourglass Maillot"
ProvenanceGift to the MFA, April 27, 2005