Bathing Suit

Object detail

Accession number

2006.399

Maker

Canterbury

Description

A black synthetic ladies bathing suit with red and white gingham trim at top of bodice. Suit has skirt over the top of bikini line briefs which have elastic edge thus giving a ruffled effect. Removable straps attached via buttons at top of bodice. Metal zip and metal clip at back. Construction is multi panelled to give shape to the body. Red and white fish logo. Tag attached inside bodice stating 'Styles for the Stars of Hollywood MADE BY Canterbury Exclusive N.Z. LICENCEES T.M.REG.'.

Marks

Catalina / a California Creator / Styled for the Stars / of Hollywood / MADE BY / Canterbury / EXCLUSIVE N.Z. LICENCEES T.M.REG. Maker's Mark
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Media/Materials

Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic/Polyester

Collection

Textiles Collection

Credit Line

Canterbury. Bathing Suit, 2006.399. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Suit Suit, Bathing Personal Artefacts Clothing Main Garments

Production place

New Zealand

Collection type

Domestic Textiles Domestic Technology Technology

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