Samantha's Bathing Costume (Limited Edition version, Wishes Catalog). with black stockings from collection.
Samantha's Bathing Costume was introduced in 1997 to Samantha's Collection as a limited edition outfit. It was announced it would be officially retired in December 1997 or until supplies lasted, which occurred well into 1999.
In 2005, it was rereleased as Samantha’s 1904 Bathing Dress and complemented by Samantha's Beach Umbrella before being finally retired in about 2007.
The retail cost for the limited edition outfit was $28; the second release had a retail cost of $24.
1997 Limited Edition Version
Bathing Outfit
Skirt
Shoes
Hat
Life Preserver
2005 Version
Samantha's 1904 Bathing Dress.
Bathing Outfit
Skirt
Tights
Black tights, similar to Samantha's Meet Outfit.
Shoes
Bonnet
Life Preserver
Bucket
Trowel
A later version before retirement did not include the life preserver, bucket, or trowel.
