Bathing suit 1882 - 1887

"Bathing Suit," created by the Kennedy Bros. between 1882 and 1887, is a two-piece garment currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The navy blue wool outfit features a short-sleeved bodice with a sailor-style collar and a flowing skirt with white stripes. The design reflects the growing popularity of seaside recreation and the evolving fashion trends of the late 19th century.