Offered for sale is this very unusual and rare knit bathing suit Surf Eze by Westwood Knit of Los Angeles.
Design is very different and was inspired by Rudi Gernreich who designed for Westwood Knitting Mills from 1955-1960. He is best known for his swimwear especially the monokini. During the 1950s he made his mark in the fashion world by designing the first unstructured women's swimsuit, a form-fitting one-piece with no wire or other supports.
This suit has an olive green wrap front, crosses in the back and ties in the front. There's over the shoulder knit straps which change from green to black at the shoulder. Small knit bottom which appears as a tank in the back and open mid-drift in the front. The bust is lined with removable wired mesh cups. The bottom area is not lined except for a small panty liner.
There are some condition issues. On the right breast area, near the underarm is a mended break in the knit. It has been carefully mended and is hard to find without careful examination. On the left wrap strap, midway, there is several small holes on both sides.
Labeled Surf Eze Westwood Knits of Los Angeles.
Labels a vintage size 12, please check the measurements below carefully. It is really not a modern size 12. Due to the styling it is difficult to determine exact size in inches. Keep in mind there is a great deal of give to this fabric.
The bust cups are large and I think they would accommodate 36C to a 42D. My model is a 34 and it is way too large for her. The hips would run 34 to 40 inches.
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