I tried my great-grandmother's vintage swimsuit from 70 years ago, people want the style brought back
Emma Powell
Published Sep 04, 2026
A young woman has revealed her great-grandmother's retro beachwear from 70 years ago, and people love the look.
TikTok user Gabrielle Jones, who runs the account @gabis_vintage, modeled the vintage swimwear for her followers.
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"This suit is 70 years old. My amazing grandma just sent me this and it is her grandma’s swimsuit from the 40/50s in the 'ballerina' style," she informed viewers.
Modeling the shiny purple look, Gabrielle explained: "[The design] was particularly popular with mature or plus-size women because the skirt hung loosely around the hips in a swing style."
The influencer showed her followers the button-up detailing at the back of the swimsuit.
"[It] ties in a way that actually feels very supportive to me," she said.
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Gabrielle was hesitant about how the fabric would hold up when wet.
After standing in her shower to give the suit "a water test," the TikToker concluded: "I think it is safe to say that this might be more for looks than practicality."
Gabriella's followers took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the stylish swimwear.
"This is adorable OMG. This should be brought back," wrote one viewer.
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Another user said: "I wish we wore this kind of swimsuit to the beach."
"It's so modest and super cute, I love it! I wish that style of swimsuit would come back," commented a third person.
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