1940s 'The Esther Williams Bathing Suit' / PDF Pattern

Take a dive into classic 1940s style with this vintage swimsuit pattern we are calling, The Esther Williams! Featuring a playful two-piece bathing suit and dapper trunks, you'll be the life of the beach party, no matter the decade! Comfortably stylish in both design and fit, the bandeau top and full-legged shorts are fun and flirty, perfect for those seaside strolls.   Size Guide Bust: 30" Waist: 25" Hip: 33" Recommended Fabrics Sharkskin, Seersucker, Gingham, Percale, Taffeta, Jersey, Crepes, Pique, Satin, Challis, One Way Checks, Stripes of Plaids made from silk, cotton, wool, rayon or other synthetic fibers. Sewing Notions Thread, Bandeau Top: 3-buttons, Shorts: 7" zipper, 2-buttons, Trunks:  3-buttons. About This is a PAPER reproduction with full scale pieces printed on white paper.  Note, pattern is professionally printed on white 20lb. paper which is heavier than tissue.  Instructions are included. As paper patterns are printed on order, additional time for delivery is needed. This same pattern is available in a full-scale paper pattern here ----- Follow Brooklyn Grrrl Vintage on Instagram Tag us! @brooklyngrrrlvintage @brooklyngrrrlvintagepatterns or hashtags: #brooklyngrrrlvintage #brooklyngrrrlvintagepatterns Pattern-of-the-Month Club on Patreon ----- We’re happy to help — just ask! xo, Brooklyn Grrrl ----- No refunds or exchanges for Brooklyn Grrrl Vintage digital patterns Brooklyn Grrrl Vintage 2025. All rights reserved.