Making waves : the story of the American swimsuit /

Explores the design and manufacture of swimwear throughout the twentieth century and delves into the psychological and social roots of swimsuit styles and their appeal.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Lenček, Lena
Other Authors: Bosker, Gideon
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: San Francisco : Chronicle Books, [1989]
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ISBN:0877013985
Table of Contents:
  • The bathing machine
  • Bare beginnings
  • Taking the plunge
  • Elastic fantastic
  • Going to pieces
  • Reconstruction and deconstruction
  • The incredible shrinking suit
  • Choosing sides.