Pagoda Bathing Fashion . Woven Wood New Material For Costumes Design By Former Airwoman . Timid bathers along the California coast need no longer fear the sea , for the latest costumes keep the swimmer afloat . Made in a new material known as woven wood , the costumes are designed by Miss Elvy Kalep , the Esthonian airwoman who became a dress designer . Extremely light , the material has taken the coast by storm and is being used for many articles of women ' s wear . Photo shows : Margaret Sinclair , the British actress who recently arrived in Hollywood from Shanghai , wearing the new woven wood " Pagoda " costume at Malibu Beach , California . Even the beach bag matches the dress . 28 Jul 1936 ? *** Local Caption ***