Beachwear Through the Ages

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작성자 Abby
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Beach fashion has a rich and varied history, spanning centuries and reflecting the changing economic conditions of different times. From the early 17th century to the current day, beach wear has evolved greatly, influenced by technological advancements.

In the 1600s and 1700s, beachgoers wore practical clothing such as loose coats to protect themselves from the sun and the elements. The emphasis was on modesty in public, reflecting the conservative social norms of the time. Only the elite were allowed entry to public beaches, and their attire often indicated their class.


By the mid-19th century, beach fashion began to take on a more visible form. The introduction of bathing machines allowed men to change into swimsuits and then be pulled to the water's edge before emerging fully clothed in thick suits to protect against the chill. Women wore corsets and multiple petticoats on top of thick bathing suits, which made it difficult for them to swim. The complexity of women's beachwear limited exercise of the beach.


Rise to prominence of the 1920s and 1930s was influenced by youth culture. Swimwear, like the iconic Maillot, emerged, popularizing liberating two-piece swimsuits that highlighted a woman's figure. With the influence of the Roaring Twenties, men started to abandon conventional tops and short trunks for more streamlined suits.


As the 20th century progressed, مدل لباس نخی swimsuit styles kept developing. Bikinis made their debut in the 1940s but were initially viewed as forbidden. The widespread acceptance of the 1960s counterculture movement marked a turning point in swimwear. Women wore increasingly revealing two-piece swimsuits that abandoned the tops that seemed far more liberating compared to modest and full-borne two-piece.


While men's beachwear remains generally modest, certain men follow modern swim shorts' fashion and reveal more skin than other men in conventional swimwear. The styles can range from loud-print Hawaiian shirts to highly specialized athletic swimsuits with a distinct focus on water sport needs.


The beach trend often becomes the driving force in defining broader fashion trends. In wake of supermodel runway exposure, when the 80s introduced plunging necklines on swimsuits to capture glamorous onlookers and in more recent times, designers see potential in incorporating chic designs from beachwear into urban and nightly wear.

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