: Studies have looked at how men's brains react to images of women in bikinis, suggesting a shift toward seeing the subject as an object rather than a person with agency.
: The modern bikini was famously introduced by French engineer Louis Réard on July 5, 1946, at the Piscine Molitor in Paris. He named it after the Bikini Atoll , where atomic bomb testing was taking place, anticipating its "explosive" impact on society. 2. Psychological & Body Image Research bikini
: The paper Swimsuit issues: Promoting positive body image in young women’s magazines examines how editorial content in fashion magazines can either exacerbate body dissatisfaction or promote healthy self-perception. : Studies have looked at how men's brains
: Another relevant paper, Assessment of Women's Plus-Size Swimwear for Industry Applications , addresses the specific functional and aesthetic needs of plus-size consumers, noting that wearing swimsuits can often increase feelings of self-objectification and shame if the fit is not inclusive. 3. Engineering & Performance 3. Engineering & Performance