It's officially National Bikini Day, a celebration that Salma Hayek Pinault seems to embody every day, regardless of the date. To mark the occasion, the superstar shared a snapshot of herself donning a vibrant printed two-piece. Salma, who is known for confidently showcasing her favorite swimwear, opted for a halter-style swimsuit adorned with crochet details and a multicolor print. Posing by a pool, she completed the look with dangling chandelier earrings and a subtle smoky eye.
“Happy #NationalBikiniDay! ???? Can you believe the bikini has only been around for 77 years?!” Hayek wrote, sharing a fascinating tidbit of history with her followers. She also added a message, seemingly addressing the current state of affairs in the United States Supreme Court, “Let's hope they don't ban them too #notathrowback.” Salma thoughtfully included the same message in Spanish for her Spanish-speaking followers. Although her posts weren't tied to a specific holiday, Salma has been generous in sharing her bikini selfies, whether it's her birthday or just an ordinary day.
The bikini, according to the Economic Times, was created on July 5, 1946. Fashion designer Louis Réard is credited as its creator, and since then, it has become both a beachside staple and a political statement. Germany and France initially banned the bikini after it debuted on dancer Micheline Bernardini, but its acceptance grew as stars like Ava Gardner, Brigitte Bardot, Raquel Welch, and Ursula Andress wore bikinis on the big screen and in real life. In 1960, the song “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini” by Brian Hyland reportedly sparked a frenzy for the swimwear, and in 1970, the thong bikini made its debut in Brazil.
