Early Bustle Era Dresses 1868-1876
The following are examples of some of my designs from this era.
1875 town dress
Circa 1874 Day/Town Dress
A 3 piece dress ideal for the early to mid 1870's
The bodice is cut long in front, and edged with a pleated ruffle. The apron style overskirt is trimmed with black
velvet ribbon over a simple underskirt. This would be a perfect church or town dress for the western woman or a
lovely day/at home dress for the town lady.
1873 Plaid Poloniase
Circa 1873 Plaid Polonaise Dress
The polonaise top is made of cotton with cotton/rayon tassel fringe and buttons
down the front with abalone buttons. It features a apron front and a square-cut back with a deep double pleat to
allow for the bustle. The collar is finished by a stand up pleated ruffleThis would be a perfect church or town
dress for the western woman or a lovely day/at home dress for the town lady.
A Dinner Dress- circa 1871
This dress was designed as a gift for my sister. I took the idea from a Harper's Bazar,
1871. It features a double skirt and a heart shaped basque waist. It is made of red taffeta and accented with black
velveteen.
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