Victorian bustle ball gown size 12-14

 An elegat evening/ball gown from the  Second Bustle period (1882-88 styles) in fashionable silks,  decorated with bows and vintage lace. 

 Light and washable - perfect for dancing!

 This dress has been used once for a ball - hence the discounted price!

Features:

 * A skirt  in high quality silk taffeta ( from Sudbury Silk Mills),  the overkirt is in striped silk/linen fabric. to be worn over a bustle cage. The skirt is lined with cotton and sports a decorative lace and a inside fringe to protect the hem.

* A fitted  bodice in silk taffeta, lined with cotton, decorated with lace and stiped bows and piping, with short puff sleeves. The bodice is  boned with synthetic whalebone and steel bones. It closes at the back with lacing ( handstitched eyelets) with a lace, which can be easily exchanged for a nicer ribbon.

 To achieve the typical silhouette, the ensemble should be worn over a corset and a bustle cage, plus a flounced petticoat  (all items can be purchased separately in the shop.  

 Sizing

 bodice closes at :

chest:40"

 waist: 30" .

 armpit to waist - 9"

 The lacing over a modestly panel allows for an extra  2" space as well. 

  Ideally it will fit a corsetted body of chest 40-42", waist 29-33"

Skirts: waistabands close with  buttons, and with ties allowing for size regulation,  31-34",   front length 40"

 the back of the skirt is longer, 45" to accommodate  a big bustle typical for the Second bustle era -  so  it might need to be worn over a regular bustle cage paired with a bustle improver ( pad), or a bigger cage.

  There are internal  horizontal tapes to  tie over the cage, regulating the width of the skirt too.

 Machine finish  inside to keep the pricing down- if you would like to order an outfit with a period  correct finishing techniques, please look into the Bespoke section for information and pricing!

 Bespoke gowns like this ine start from £750 labour plus fabric.

  Overseas customers, please choose the big parcel shipping option. If the shipping turns out to be less, the difference will be refunded!

  Instalment plans possible, please contact for details!