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RARE COLLECTOR'S FIND incredibly scarce mid-century design from Mary Ann DeWeese. Features crisp, pristine accordion pleating in an ultra-vibrant coral-red that's nearly impossible to find. Perfect for high-end resort wear display, editorial styling, or structural restoration.
DETAILS: Vintage 1960s DeWeese Designs one-piece swim dress. Modest A-line silhouette, drop-waist, and accordion-pleated skirt trimmed with a decorative side tie at the hip. Built-in "Sta-Cup" wireless bra with rigid foam backing, wide mesh support panels, and adjustable back straps. Skirt hem is finished with an ornate, wavy lettuce-edge merrow stitch in a subtle contrast metallic thread.
STYLE PROFILE: Mary Ann DeWeese, California Sportswear, Mod, Pin-Up, Mid-Century, Resort Wear, Rockabilly, Accordion Pleat, 1960s Bathing Suit, Palm Springs, Tiki Weekend
COLOR: Coral-Red
SIZE: Estimated as modern M/L (please refer to actual measurements)
• Chest/Pit-to-Pit: 18.5" (Doubled 37")
• Length/Shoulder to Skirt Hem: 32.5"
SIZING NOTE: This swimsuit has structural, molded cups. Chest measurement may show slightly smaller than actual physical fit.
FLAW/CONDITION NOTE: True vintage condition with age-related imperfections. Has not been cleaned. There are a couple of small stains as shown. The cup padding has deteriorated and elastic has stretched over time. The inner crotch lining has some staining, but can easily be cut out or replaced.
SHIPPING: Ships fast from a smoke-free home.
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