I totally stepped out of my comfort zone for this post….Happy Birthday America! Seriously, I am so insecure in swimsuits! I had a vision for a pinup inspired look for the 4th though, so I just went with it 😂.
I found this swimsuit on Amazon after running a search for “retro swimwear” and purchased it immediately. I loved cut, the skirt and of course the red, white & blue!
While working on this post, I started researching the evolution of women’s swimwear. I was specifically looking for information regarding the “skirt panel” I loved so much on this suit. Come to find out, in 1942 the United States War Production Board issued regulation L-85 which rationed the use of fabrics. This resulted in the modest two piece and swimwear without the usual skirt panel!
And there you have it, a 4th of July post with a little history lesson. Happy 4th of July, everyone!
Photography by @littlephotofox