VINTAGE ELISABETH STEWART BLUE FISH BOY CUT SWIMSUIT & WRAP SKIRT – I. MAGNIN RESORT PLAYSUIT – RARE 60S/70S DESIGNER SWIMWEAR

A truly extraordinary and exquisitely preserved vintage treasure, this Elisabeth Stewart swimsuit and wrap‑skirt ensemble is one of the rarest and most enchanting mid‑century resort sets ever to surface — a breathtaking find for the collector who appreciates beauty, quality, and glamour.

A breathtaking and exceptionally rare Elisabeth Stewart swimsuit and wrap‑skirt set from I. Magnin, preserved in remarkable condition. This mid‑century treasure features a charming boy‑cut romper‑style swimsuit paired with its original matching wrap skirt — a combination almost never found together today. The whimsical purplish‑blue swimming fish motif, accented with double rows of coordinating piping, gives this set a playful elegance that feels straight out of a 1960s resort fantasy.

Sold originally through I. Magnin, one of the most glamorous luxury stores in America, this set carries the unmistakable aura of that world. I. Magnin stood alongside Saks and Neiman Marcus, yet possessed a uniquely cinematic sophistication — the kind of place where you remember the black‑and‑white marble floors, the refined hush of the sales floors, and the soft, elegant scent that seemed to float through the entire store. Inside was the famed Charles of the Ritz salon, where generations of women had their hair styled, adding even more prestige to the experience. Pieces chosen for I. Magnin were always refined, beautifully made, and meant to feel special, and this swimsuit set is no exception.

The swimsuit is beautifully constructed with adjustable double spaghetti straps, soft cups (no padding), a Talon zipper with a protective flap, elastic side inserts for comfort, and attached silky nylon panties trimmed in lace. The matching wrap skirt ties gracefully at the side, features a piped waistband, and includes a hidden pocket — thoughtful details that speak to Stewart’s reputation for flattering, wearable luxury. The off‑white cotton fabric has subtle blue streaking that enhances the movement of the fish, creating a truly enchanting visual effect.

THE SUIT IS NOT SPANDEX/LYCRA LIKE TODAY'S SUITS AND THERE IS NO STRETCH TO COTTON EXCEPT FOR THE STRETCHY INSERTS ON THE SIDES SO GO BY THE MEASUREMENTS & MAKE SURE IT WILL FIT.

By: E. Stewart (Elisabeth Stewart) United States of America from I. Magnin
Size: No tag so go by the measurements. I am a size 10 / 11 and I could not get it on so it will be for a much smaller person. Probably for a size 6 - maybe 8.
Approximate Measurements – This means the measurements of the item listed – not of your own figure. You must be a few inches smaller than the measurements shown.

Swimsuit:
Bust: 33 - 36 stretched tight
Waist around: 28- 30 stretched tight
Under arm to bottom of pants: 20-1/2
Waist to middle of the crotch on the pants:
Hips: 36 but leave several inches for movement - nylon panties inside suit are appx 36
Length from waist to bottom of boy shorts: 12-1/2

Skirt
Waist: Waistband not including the ties 36-5/8
Ties from where it is attached to the skirt waistband: each tie is 27-1/2
Length: 25-1/2
Fabric: No tag but a very good quality of what feels like cotton
Care: Washable
Condition: Very good

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