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    (http://www.fashionlady.in/the-history-of-womens-swim-suits/29637), there is an image that depicts the generations of bathing suits. The image shows the dates 1800, 1906, 1942, 1946, 1950’s and 1980s to present day. As one can see through the years the layers of clothing used in bathing suits decreased more and more. In the 1800’s, women were seen on beaches in dresses. In 1906 they changed from the traditional dress to a more “streamlined” bathing suit due to more mobility for the swimmers in the Olympic Games. In 1942, the bathing suit was designed for woman to show off more of their shape yet still not show off a high amount skin and cleavage. In 1946, a french designer by the name of Louis Reard designed what we know today as the “bikini”. In the 1950’s, bikinis offered women with curvy figures the structured support of undergarments to uphold women with bigger breast and a bigger behind. In the 1980’s to present day, the bathing suit received a more sporty and “sexier” look by female athletes and models. In my eyes, Individual Survival can reduce the overall health and life of individuals or of populations. For example, natural selection can take place at different levels such as genes, individuals, and groups. As spoken in an article by the name of “Evolution myths: Evolution promotes the survival of species” (https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn13687-evolution-myths-evolution-promotes-the-survival-of-species/), it states, “what promotes the survival of a gene…

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    Clothing In The 1800s

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    Much like the white T-shirt, blue jeans, and the little black dress, the bathing suit is undeniably a fashion staple. As long as there has been shores to flock to and fabric to sew with there have been bathing suits, providing an immense history and abundant style variation of the garment. From the 18th century to present day, the bathing suit has evolved, transformed, and transcended time stylistically, culturally and symbolically. Bathing suits aren’t just popular culture however, throughout…

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    Ever wondered who invented the idea of the bikini? Well here’s your answer… The name for the bikini design was coined in 1946 by Parisian engineer Louis Réard, the designer of the bikini. He named the swimsuit after Bikini Atoll, where testing on the atomic bomb was taking place. Fashion designer Jacques Heim, also from Paris, re-released a similar design earlier that same year, the Atome. Even if you are not comfortable wearing a two-piece swimsuit, there is also a one piece and even a burkini.…

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    Female Body Image Analysis

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    The ideal vision and respect for the human body has changed over the years. Most importantly is the way people look at the female body. Before civilization, mankind use to walk on this earth without any, or very little clothing, which depended on the climate of the area. Then later, women were taught that they must hide their body because it was supposed to be more modest and “ladylike”, while the male’s body was viewed as art. Over the years the times have changed, and the vision of an…

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    With the summer in full swing, women are celebrating their beach bodies by donning sexy bathing suits and two-piece ensembles. Nonetheless, one novel creation is setting off some strong emotions on social media sites: the "hairy" swimsuit. The folks at Buzzfeed published a post on the swimming suit that is causing folks to lose their hair. At the center of the kerfluffle over the aquatic attire is the hair swimsuit -- honest to goodness! Just when you think you've seen the most preposterous…

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    Speedo Research Paper

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    These days men no longer wear trunks however incline toward wearing board shorts, swimming outfits and thongs. There are different brands in the market however the primary brand that rings a bell is Speedo. Speedo briefs and slingshot swimming outfit styles are shape fitting to diminish drag. Throughout the years, Speedo has expanded its style to volley short and board short that give longer legs and better scope. Speedo additionally implies tight-fitting men's swimwear style. Speedos can be…

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    The single piece swimsuit for 2015! One of the trends of the summer season in 2015 winning the swimsuit material is a single piece, with retro influence. If you fear that this product will give you an air of unconventional grandmother seaside our proposals you will change your mind, making you feel sexy and full of confidence in you. Find out the hottest trends in terms of swimsuits and put your entire sensuality in its best shape! Swimwear whole with prints Probably one of the most burning…

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    Bikinis Persuasive Essay

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    Finding the right bikini for your body is an annual ordeal. You can nearly always guarantee that if the bottoms fit, the top will be too small, and if the top fits, the bottoms will make your backside look massive. I've got some top tips for you on choosing the right swimwear to flatter your body shape. Pear shaped The pear shape is said to be British women's most common body type and it just means you have a larger bottom half than top half. It doesn't sound a very flattering shape, but…

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    Covered or Uncovered an Analysis of The Burka and the Bikini This essay argues women in todays world are damaged in many ways by the culture in which they live. The writers state, “ covered or uncovered, the homefront choice is not about morality but the physical and emotional health of future generations”(Brumberg 195) Culturally speaking whether or not you wear a burka or a bikini the writers think women are negatively effected. The writers support their claim that women are adversely…

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    offered for Americans and their future. With exhibits such as Futurama, Democracity, Utopian Cities, the Perisphere and the Trylon Americans left with a difficulty to suppress the excitement of what corporations would do next.The most memorable exhibit at the fair was the General Motors Pavilion, and the most memorable feature in the General Motors Pavilion was a ride called the Futurama. People stood in line for hours to ride it and experience the exciting possibilities of life in the distant…

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