Victorian bustle

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…

structure, practical

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…

Bustle (undergarment structure); ranged from padded, cushionlike devices to half hoops of steel, the fullness dropped to below the hips, and a semicircular frame supported the trailing skirts

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

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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