1960s Fashion: 'Topless Look' Controversy

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NFSA ID:

21206

Year:

1964

Courtesy:

Cinesound Movietone Productions

Category:

Summary

This short newsreel clip from 1964 looks at controversial 'topless' women's swimwear. It notes the changes in women's swimsuits since the 1920s.

The clip ends with new designs in evening wear: for gowns too, 'the frontless look is tops'.