Skimpy Collection (#4)

Dorothy Lamour (1914 -1996) American film actress. Plays Marama in The Hurricane 1937 Date: 1938

French girls adjusts a vase of blooms
French girl wearing a skimpy pink negligee adjusts a vase of blooms. Date: circa 1920s

A girl in need of rescue - Comic Postcard
A humorous American seaside postcard with the caption: " Just a Mere Maid looking for a LIfe Guard!" An attractive girl in a revealing red swimsuit calls for help

CM10 6180 Richard Wilson, Squire 1500 SC, Skimpy
Richard Wilson, Squire 1500 SC, Skimpy, UD 6784, Brooklands Trophy, Goodwood Revival 2015, 2015, Brooklands Trophy, Chris McEvoy, circuit racing, CJM Photography, classic cars, Goodwood

A Cop Polices Bathing Suits
Chicago, Illinois: c. 1927. A policeman contemplates the latest in bathing suits on the Chicago waterfront

The Latest In London Swimwear
London, England: c. 1938. A woman displays the latest in beach wear atop a department store

Beauty on Parade, American Weekly pin up by David Wright
Pin-up by David Wright featuring a red-haired woman in a pale blue negligee gazing at her reflection in a hand mirror

Ornithological Humour at the Cinema
Two Usherettes discuss the finer merits of English Garden Birdwatching: " My Husbands a Bird Watcher - Guess what he was getting excited about last night - Blue Tits!" Date: circa 1950s

Little Mice?

Saucy WWII Postcard - Hot Dog Stand
A saucy World War Two postcard from the US, depicting a glamourous Hot Dog and Ice Cream seller in skimpy attire - drawing favourable looks from the hungry GIs Date: circa 1940

Two ladies in evening wear by Martial et Armand and Beer
Two fashionable ladies in the latest evening wear. On the left, a skimpy white crepe evening dress with silver decoration and thin straps around the neck, under a white fur coat

David Wright woman in stockings and underslip
Elegant woman in a skimpy pink underslip and stockings. David Wright (1912 - 1967), was a popular British artist specialising in glamour

Female Type with Jewels
Young woman in a skimpy dress admires a box full of jewels. Date: circa 1910

David Wright woman in red underwear
Elegant woman with brown hair, wearing skimpy red underwear, and holding a red and black striped evening dress in front of her

David Wright woman in black fur coat
Elegant woman with reddish brown hair, wearing a black fur coat over her skimpy underwear. She is sitting on table next to a vase of pink roses

A Line Study in Everyones Sketch Book by Howard Elcock
An artists fantasy - a shapely woman in a skimpy bathing costume decorated with a riotous pattern uses a pier as a catwalk as she is sketched by numerous identikit artists

Then - And Now by Leslie Marchant
Four cartoons comparing how a young Victorian woman would be watched while sea bathing (by several stout and stern chaperones) to the modern girl of 1925, who breezes to the beach on her motorcycle

The Introduction by Geo. S. Dixon
An actress in a skimpy stage costume and jaunty head dress introduces herself to a theatre audience at the beginning of a show or revue

Diane De Poitiers / Clothe
DIANE DE POITIERS Mistress of Henri II of France

Basket Ball 1970S
Men in rather skimpy shorts playing basketball in Gibraltar, Spain!

Female Type / May 1926
Pretty young woman in skimpy pink slip, grey stockings and blue hat: in May, you can do as you please

Female Type / Intimacy
A vision of intimacy: an elegant woman in a revealing black dress

Female Type / Pink Dress
A young woman with loose, dark hair and a skimpy pink dress

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"Skimpy: A Journey through Time and Fashion" Step back into the roaring 1920s with a flapper donning a bonnet, exuding an air of rebellion and freedom. Intriguing posters from the Retail industry urge us to "Eat More Fruit for Health and Vitality, " reminding us of the importance of nourishing our bodies. A playful image captures a girl in her underwear riding a large Easter egg, symbolizing the joy and innocence associated with this festive season. Discover that not every bathing dress spells a plunge in the river as women challenge societal norms by embracing more daring swimwear choices. The Print Users Yearbook introduces us to a captivating red-haired woman, leaving us curious about her story within its pages. Enter the world of comedy with an actress from Mack Sennett Comedy Studios, where laughter knows no bounds. Witness the bond between humans and animals as we encounter a woman surrounded by dogs in 1929, showcasing love and companionship beyond words. Rosalba's beauty shines through as she graces us with her presence as a stunning bathing beauty - embodying elegance at its finest. Travel forward to the vibrant 1970s where basketball takes center stage, capturing both athleticism and style in one frame. Anna May Wong captivates audiences in A E Dupont's Piccadilly, breaking barriers for Asian representation on screen during that era. Explore The Cult of Nudity through sunbathing fashions from the 1930s - revealing how society's perception towards nudity has evolved over time. Delve into Mexican culture through vignette design featuring women confidently posing in their underwear - celebrating diversity and body positivity. From bonnets to bikinis, fruit to laughter-filled studios; these images tell stories of fashion revolutions, cultural shifts, individual expression, and timeless allure. Step into this captivating journey where history meets artistry.