Original: 19th Century Bathing Costume

 For August, how about a late 19th century bathing costume?

 

Wool bathing costume bodice with later "skirt"
From Historic New England.

The wool flannel I expected, though I would love to know when and why it acquired that printed 'skirt.' Also impressed that the stockings, trousers, and top have all survived and stayed together so long. I wish there was a photo of the trousers, and one showing the shirt with a sleeve out (to give a better idea of the shoulder position and sleeve shape).