Name: Talk: A History of Australian Swimwear with Nicole Jenkins
Start: 2025-09-07T04:00:00+10:00
End: 2025-09-07T05:30:00+10:00
Location: Corner Wilson and Carpenter Streets, Brighton, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3186

Talk: A History of Australian Swimwear with Nicole Jenkins

From Annette Kellerman’s sleek one-piece, which scandalised society over a century ago, to the high-tech Speedos worn by today’s swimming champions, what Australians have worn on the beach and in the water displays the perfect combination of style and innovation.
Join author and fashion historian Nicole Jenkins for an illustrated look at the wonders of concealing and revealing – bathers, bikinis, maillots, swimmers, swimsuits, swimming costumes, togs and trunks.
The talk will feature a display of Brighton Historical Society’s swimwear collection and will be followed by afternoon tea.
To book your place, please contact us by email or phone (9553 8650), providing a name and contact number. Payment can be made by EFT (BSB: 033-036, Acc: 190812), by card over the phone or in person on the day. Bookings are essential.