Behold the Polyester Bikini

My mother has so kindly offered up for public ridicule some vintage images of her famous Polyester Bikini. That’s Melissa in the backyard kiddie pool and that’s me sitting in front of the record collection.

But I think the bottom photo of Melissa and two of her friends–who also had the pleasure of wearing the Polyester Bikini–best displays the swimsuit’s inability to stay in place while enjoying some fun in the sun.

In my mom’s defense, I do love that she sewed us cute clothes when we were little, I just think bathing suits are something best purchased.

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9 Comments

  1. Stacy B said . . .

    Haha! I love it!

    Back in the 80s my mom made her own swimsuits. It was a great pattern. She made a very cute white one… and then she got brave and made one out of a fine-wale burgundy CORDUROY!!

    Posted June 30, 2009 at 5:51 pm | Permalink
  2. Nancy said . . .

    I love this post! These pics wouldn’t be the same with a store bought swim suit :)

    Posted June 30, 2009 at 7:05 pm | Permalink
  3. Julie said . . .

    It appears that you have that wonderful sense of humor I love in Melissa. Your comments about the last image had me laughing out loud! I always enjoy a little peek into your childhood. :)

    Posted June 30, 2009 at 7:47 pm | Permalink
  4. Laura Speelman said . . .

    Those bikinis are cute. …and so was the models

    Posted June 30, 2009 at 8:57 pm | Permalink
  5. Dana Darbyshire said . . .

    looks like Truitt in a two piece

    Posted June 30, 2009 at 11:55 pm | Permalink
  6. Jeanie DeTemple said . . .

    I agree with Dana…Truitt looks sooo much like Melissa. Cute pictures!

    Posted July 1, 2009 at 8:38 am | Permalink
  7. kris said . . .

    Ooooooooooolala! Really…is there any suit that stays in place:)

    Posted July 1, 2009 at 9:07 am | Permalink
  8. Jodi Kinasewitz said . . .

    Hilarious! Thanks for sharing- I am sure Melissa will be thrilled! :)

    Posted July 1, 2009 at 9:55 am | Permalink
  9. Tori said . . .

    ahhh….Polyester goodness.

    Posted July 1, 2009 at 1:47 pm | Permalink

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