#20: Esther’s Dive into Costume Challenges

In the early days of Hollywood swimming films, costume design was hit or miss. Esther suffered from a disastrous choice when cast in a plaid flannel ensemble for This Time For Keeps (1947), which showcased her lack of aquatic fashion sense.

Submerged in water, the outfit became Esther’s anchor, pulling her down. Faced with a life-or-death decision, she chose to ditch the drowning fabric, emerging with a grin. This incident propelled her toward seeking better solutions for swimwear in films.