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Beach fashion has a rich and varied history, spanning eras and reflecting the changing economic conditions of different times. From the early 17th century to the current day, beach wear has evolved greatly, influenced by shifting values.

In the 1600s and 1700s, beachgoers wore practical clothing such as straw hats to protect themselves from the sun and the elements. The emphasis was on covering one's skin in public, reflecting the strict social norms of the era. Only the wealthy were allowed entry to public beaches, and their attire often indicated their social standing.

By the mid-19th century, beach fashion began to take on a more pronounced form. The introduction of bathing machines allowed men to change into bathing costumes and then be pulled to the water's edge before emerging fully clothed in woolen suits to protect against the chill. Women wore corsets and multiple layers on top of thick bathing suits, which made it difficult for them to swim. The complexity of women's beachwear limited mobility of the beach.

Rise to prominence of the 1920s and 1930s was influenced by Hollywood glamour. Swimwear, like the iconic Maillot, emerged, popularizing modestly cut two-piece swimsuits that accentuated a woman's figure. With the influence of the Roaring 30s, men started to abandon long-sleeved tops and knee-length trunks for more streamlined suits.

As the 20th century progressed, swimsuit styles kept developing. Bikinis made their debut in the 1940s but were initially viewed as taboo. The widespread acceptance of the 1960s counterculture movement marked a turning point in swimwear. Women wore increasingly liberating two-piece swimsuits that abandoned the tops that seemed far more liberating compared to modest and پیراهن نخی full-borne two-piece.

While men's beachwear remains generally conservative, certain men follow modern swim shorts' fashion and reveal more skin than other men in conventional swimwear. The styles can range from colorful Hawaiian shirts to highly specialized athletic swimsuits with a distinct focus on water sport needs.

The beach trend often becomes the driving force in defining broader style movements. In wake of supermodel runway exposure, when the 80s introduced eye-catching on swimsuits to capture attractive onlookers and in more recent times, designers see potential in incorporating stylish designs from beachwear into urban and nightly wear.