Victorian bustle

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…

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

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…

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

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This wonderful bustle dress is part of the Gallery of Costume Kent State University Museum. A full description of it, as well as more images, can be found here. What I love about this dress is its …

Lady Victorian's Secret by Author Kristin Holt. Surprising padding, cinching, & augmentation. Stylish beauty-- yet (surprise) Victorians justifiied divorce!

Crinoline to crinolette to bustle