Bathing suit

Sinclair Mills|Tom Brigance

spring 1960–61 · orlon, cotton · Costume Institute

While Brigance was a sportswear pioneer as early as 1939, he never tired of finding new materials, especially for swimwear. Quick-drying materials and knits became favorites for the 1960s. In this example, he anticipates the sleek Halston looks that themselves hearken back not only to Brigance, but ultimately to McCardell, including a recreation of the diaper bathing suit.

Artist

Sinclair Mills|Tom Brigance

Date

spring 1960–61

Medium

orlon, cotton

Culture

American

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Gift of Sinclair Mills, 1961