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Rudi Gernreich
Woman's Swimsuit1954-1955

Not on view
Black one-piece swimsuit laid flat, with crossed back straps, a wide waist band, bloomer-style shorts, and four silver buttons at the chest and waist
Designer
Rudi Gernreich
Austria, active United States, California, Los Angeles, 1922-1985
Manufacturer
Westwood Knitting Mills
United States, active 20th century
Title
Woman's Swimsuit
Place Made
United States, California
Date Made
1954-1955
Medium
Wool / rubber knit with mother of pearl buttons
Dimensions
Center front length: 26 in. (66.04 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Eva Adler
Accession Number
CR.220.62.1
Classification
Costumes
Collecting Area
Costume and Textiles