History of Swimwear

Dive in with Dave Temple as he explores the history of swimwear. As stated by Google Arts & Culture, Few items of clothing have been as revolutionary, or as risqué, as the swimsuit. From full body coverage to the itsy bitsy teeny weeny yellow polka dot bikini, swimsuits have seen endless creative innovations that allow us to take a dip into the water while also looking like we’re walking on a Paris runway. But do you know how we really got to the bikini we all know and love today?

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM • T&C Ballroom E • $15

Dave Temple

Dave Temple, fashion historian, and theatrical costumer, has presented seminars and vintage fashion shows from coast to coast; and has lectured and written about vintage attire for decades in conjunction with his company, Clever Vintage Clothing. His previous seminars, Fashion and the History of Travel and California: Sportswear Capitol, led to exhibits at The Museum at FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising).