Victorian bustle day dress size 12

 An elegant day gown from the  Second Bustle period ( 1882-88 styles) in fashionable silk

Features:

 * A skirt in russet silk and  asymmetrical overskirt in olive silk twill,  to be worn over a bustle cage.

 The skirt is decorated with a velvet ribbon and a cotton brush braid to protect the hem. The overskirt is edved with a wide velvet ribbon

* a fitted  bodice in silk, lined with cotton, decorated with velvet ribbon,closing wih buttons in front  

 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:41"

 waist: 30.5" .

The bodice can be made smaller by moving the buttons out a bit!

Skirts: waistabands close with  buttons, allowing for size regulation, 30.5"  front length 42"

 * Accessories not included

 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 £650 labour plus fabric.