1950s Vintage Gottex Swimsuit 2 Piece Bathing Suit Size S

$ 17.00

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Curated Vintage Clothing Authentic Vintage Bathing Suit - This is a wonderful early example of a vintage Gottex swimsuit, dating most likely to the late 1950s. It is a two piece bathing suit that is made with green and white horizontal stripes.
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This is a wonderful early example of a vintage Gottex swimsuit, dating most likely to the late 1950s. It is a two piece bathing suit that is made with green and white horizontal stripes. The top has a double button back closure and the bottom is made in a “boy shorts” style with solid green ties at the waist. The top has a built in bra. Gottex was a pioneer of swimsuits with hard-cup bras and the first to introduce spandex.Label: Original Gottex Model. Gottex was founded in Tel Aviv, Israel in 1956 by Lea Gottlieb who was the chief designer until 1998. Fabric: No label, but this vintage Gottex swimsuitis made of some sort of synthetic knit, probably incorporated with spandexSizing: The size label reads “Continental 40 American 32”, so although this vintage Gottex swimsuit should fit a size small, please note the following measurements for fit, noting that the fabric does have a bit of stretch:Top band: 28” aroundBust: should fit a 32” bustWaist: 28”Bottoms rise: 11”Condition: It is in excellent condition with no pronounced wear.This is an uncommon example of an early vintage Gottex swimsuit - wonderful 1950s style!