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Swimsuit

1970s (made)
Artist/Maker
Unknown
Place of origin
Britain (made)

Swimsuit, crocheted wool yarn, bikini-style top with looser pattern over stomach. Backless, with a halterneck tie.

Object details

Categories
Womenswear
Informal Wear
Fashion
Object type
Swimsuit
Materials and techniques
crocheted wool yarn
Wool Yarn
Crochet
Brief description
Woman's red crocheted swimsuit, British, 1970s.
Physical description
Swimsuit, crocheted wool yarn, bikini-style top with looser pattern over stomach. Backless, with a halterneck tie.
Dimensions
  • Length: 58cm
  • Chest width: 26cm
  • Hips width: 32cm
  • Tie fastenings length: 118cm
Credit line
Bequeathed by Harry Matthews
Collection
Textiles and Fashion Collection
Accession number
T.80-2015

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Record createdJune 25, 2015
Record URL
https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O1316619/swimsuit-unknown/
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