MPX5155361: Clothing Fashion Beachwear: Gloria Martin wearing "Puritan Maid" Ladies Swimsuit Designer - R.S. Andain-Holt, N.R.D., F.R.S.A., F.C.I. Material - Nylon Mesh from John Heathcoat & Co. Ltd. Appliqu of Lurex Jersey from Dow Chemicals Ltd. The high neck, sleeves and trunks show a return to the modest line of the early 1920Õs but the decorative appliqu brightens the otherwise plainness of the suit. Gloves by Mrs. Cornelia James, in the same materials as the swim suit. Puritan Hat by Mr. Anonymous, in the same materials as the swim suit, to complete the ensemble. The whole a very practical outfit for surf riding. The garment made in the research department of Singer Sewing Machine Co. Ltd., by courtesy of Mr. Charles Pitt. November 1964 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images
MPX5155370: The Duke and the debs went to a fashion show yesterday (Monday 13-4-64). The Duke of Bedford to compare it. The debs, 17-year-old-Jessica Kitson (left), to model that long white lace evening gown, "Pavilion de la Cascade, and Frances Taylor modelling "Yachting", navy pantaloons with a wine silk blouse, and white with navy stripe wool cardigan jacket. The occasion was the big annual Berkeley Debutante Dress Show in London's West End, which raises money for the N.S.P.C.C. April 1964 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images
MPX5155532: Skiffle King Lonnie Donegan, might sing about his old man being a dustman. But today experts decided that Lonnie himself was a very smart man. He has just been presented with an award for being one of Britain's ten best dressed men. The award was presented by the Wholesale Clothing Manufacturers Federation, Monday 4th July 1960 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images
MPX5157357: Man looking at a Bedford Lucas Electric. Sandwell firms have helped to create a 'Super Van' that never needs petrol - and makes its own power as it goes along. The van, developed by Lucas, runs on electric power using a monster one-ton battery. It employs a special recharging system in which the energy drag created by the engine slowing down goes back into the battery, Birmingham, 3rd August 1978 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images
MPX5157478: North East Shipwrecks - The South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade battled to save the captain and the 22 man crew of the Lebanese steamer Adelfotis II by using breeches buoy. The ship had been blown aground next to the Groyne lighthouse in South Shields by gale force winds. 20th January, 1963 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images
MPX5157426: Head of Laker Airways Freddie Laker in jubilant mood at Gatwick airport on the day of the inaugural flight of his transatlantic Skytrain service from Gatwick airport, London to JFK, New York. The flight can seat 345 passengers and will cost £59 for a ticket. Here he is pictured waving the English flag before the first flight. 26th September 1977 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images
MPX5157480: Trodden by the feet of generations, The Black Gate, once a main entrance to the city of Newcastle, remains little changed by the passage of time. The Black Gate was the last addition to the medieval Castle defences. Mrs Alice Pandrick standing outside the Black Gate, where she lived. 27th August, 1965 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images
MPX5157636: For the first time County cricket was played on a Sunday. The match between Essex and Somerset took place at Valentine's Park in Ilford. Picture shows: No charge for entrance on a Sunday so fans are asked 2/6 for a teamsheet and a contribution in the bucket. 15th May 1966 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images