1860's Ladies Crinoline Dress

This is an 1860's outfit made by myself and my work colleague, Ita. I made the corset and chemise,

Ita made the crinoline hoops

Ita made the skirt, and the bodice, I then made the sleeves, and boned and lined the bodice, adding the hand covered buttons and buttonholes.

Detail of one of the sleeves, with fine linen undersleeve, worn by tying above the elbow. The complete dress, March 2007.