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Tubular Bathing Costume
Tubular Bathing Costume
Tubular Bathing Costume

Tubular Bathing Costume

Manufacturer
Date1920s
Object NameBathing Suit
Mediumjersey cotton
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsWaist x Bust x Hips circumference: 780 × 780 × 1060mm
Length from shoulder: 900mm
AcquisitionPresented in 1979 by Miss Isabel Robertson.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS009187
About MeThe tubular shape of this bathing costume with high scoop neck was popular in the 1920s.

It is made of machine-knitted cotton jersey which gives a smoother fit than hand-knitting.

The two mother-of-pearl buttons on the left shoulder allow the costume to open up slightly to make it easier to put on.
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