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Bathing costume
British
1950
Medium/Technique
Rayon, plain weave (faille)
Dimensions
Center back: 44.5 cm (17 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2013.238
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionOne-piece bathing costume with off-white and rose-colored rayon faille; diamond pattern down center front. Sweetheart neckline. Halter strap is adjustable with metal clip. Sewn in shelf bra. Zipper down center back. Attached briefs underneath skirt. Interior tag: "SLIX REGD. 34" Original round hangtag still attached with SLIX logo: "STYLE 42, SIZE: 34, PRICE -- "
Provenance2012, sold by Leslie Verrinder, Tintin Collectibles, London, England to Frederic A. Sharf, Chesnut Hill, MA; 2013, gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf to the MFA. (Accession date: February 27, 2013)