Pamela Anderson’s iconic red swimsuit from the hit television show ‘Baywatch’ will be on display in a newly announced exhibition called “Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style” at London’s Design Museum in March 2025. This exhibition will delve into the evolution of swimwear over the past century, featuring over 200 items from 50 lenders across Europe, including Anderson’s swimsuit, an Olympic gold medal, a banned LZR Racer swimsuit, and one of the earliest bikinis. The exhibition will have three main sections: pool, lido, and nature, reflecting on how design impacts our relationship with swimming and the concept of body autonomy and agency. It aims to trace swimwear’s transformation from practical attire in the 1920s to contemporary style statements. For more details, check the Design Museum website.

Pamela Anderson’s red swimsuit became an iconic symbol of 1990s pop culture due to the immense popularity of ‘Baywatch.’ Its design represented a significant shift in swimwear fashion, influencing trends and Halloween costumes alike. The upcoming exhibition at the Design Museum aims to celebrate this evolution in swimwear style, alongside historical artifacts that reflect its development over the last century. The exploration will touch on cultural shifts surrounding swimming and body image.

The exhibition “Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style” will highlight Pamela Anderson’s red swimsuit among other significant swimwear pieces, showcasing 100 years of design evolution. It will provide insights into the changing perceptions of swimwear, body autonomy, and cultural relevance. This display at London’s Design Museum promises to be a rich exploration of style, functionality, and cultural impact in the realm of swimwear.

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