Joan Blackman: “Blue Hawaii,” 1961

Sun, sand, and a splash of style—Joan Blackman shines in her patterned bikini in “Blue Hawaii.” The film follows Elvis Presley’s character, Chadwick Gates, a returning soldier navigating life and love in his tropical hometown. Joan plays Maile Duval, Chad’s love interest, adding a dash of romance to the mix.

Looking stunning in a colorful, retro bikini, Joan’s elegance and charm light up the screen. She started her career in the late 1950s, making a mark with roles in “Visit to a Small Planet” and “Twilight of Honor.” Joan and Elvis shared great on-screen chemistry, leading to another collaboration in “Kid Galahad.”