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Brigitte Bardot The Bikini Girl Turns 30

Beach, probably France
1964 BB6403

Costume
   String strap underwire bra and sidetie string bikini. Hat.

   TML. N-4.

Actions
   Bardot models a small string bikini on the beach. She holds onto her hat. It's windy out here.

Commentary
   The complexity of this soutien-gorge is typical of the period. Besides the underwire the construction of the cups include both fabric from the center of the wire which connects to the shoulder straps, as well as a second piece of fabric which curves under this and provides additional coverage. The culotte is pure 1960s, with sideties but not yet a pure string embodiment.

Source
   Source unknown, appears in various books and Internet sites. Date from Sean French, Bardot, Pavilion Books, London, 1994. 1 picture.
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