History of Aussie Cossies
Swimming costumes in the Illawarra have changed over time. In the early 20th century, neck to knee outfits were worn by men and women. By the 1940s, men were wearing shorts and women one-piece, thigh-length costumes with shoulder straps. Bikinis...
Swimming costumes in the Illawarra have changed over time.
In the early 20th century, neck to knee outfits were worn by men and women. By the 1940s, men were wearing shorts and women one-piece, thigh-length costumes with shoulder straps. Bikinis became popular from the late 1950s and men were wearing smaller briefs.
This summer all manner of swimming costumes will be seen on the beaches of the Northern Illawarra from the briefest bikinis to burkinis.
Wollongong City Library is always looking for photographs for Illawarra Images. If you have any images you would be willing to donate or share, contact the Local Studies team at localhistory@wollongong.nsw.gov.au
All photos from the collections of the Wollongong City Libraries
