Victorian bustle dress

I have always wanted to create an authentic Victorian dress and when my hometown university announced it would be celebrating its 125th birthday, I knew I had to celebrate in my own way by making a…

The Victorian bustle dress outfit is beautiful. All that lace, ribbon, bows, fringe, pleated trim, ruffles, and frills! You want to wear one. But, you don't know where to begin. It looks so complicated with all those layers. Fortunately, it is really not as complicated as it may seem. Here, Sue Woods will guide you

10 Iconic Victorian Dresses: From Ballrooms to Bustles – fashionbylina.com

Today's post was contributed by my friend and fabulous costumer Sue Woods. I am always flabbergasted by her beautiful handmade historical costumes as well as drool worthy collection of vintage clothing. I knew she would be the perfect person to give us all some tips on how to get started with Victorian costuming, especially the

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I've been so bad about blogging recently. So much for 365 straight days of blogging! I will make it to 365, but it won't be by January 1st, haha! Anywho, I thought I would share the gowns that are inspiring my Green Acres Gown decoration ideas... The

These illustrations are from a women's magazine dated July, 1879 called "Peterson's Ladies National Magazine". Within the pages are everything a home maker could want. This includes a clear illustration showing the mechanics of the then current bustle drapery. That month the magazine featured a bustle with a two panel draped front, and a bustle train in the back. All of this would be fastened at the waistline, and covered with the longer basque bodice 'jacket'. The bustle draft shown here…

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Printed paisley wool dress, ca. 1885, Fashion History Museum