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It wasn’t until the 18th century when manners changed and modesty suddenly took hold that we get the first true swimsuit, with European ladies wading into the water in long dresses, known as “bathing costumes,” which were often made from wool and frequently featured sleeves—sometimes even being worn with long socks. In the Victorian eraContinue reading “FREE ARTICLE – 30 Vintage Photos Capture Victorian and Edwardian People in Bathing Suits”