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Victorian Bustle

1994 Vivienne Westwood 3-piece Leopard skirt, vest and jacket suit
1994 Vivienne Westwood 3-piece Leopard skirt, vest and jacket suit

1994 Vivienne Westwood 3-piece Leopard skirt, vest and jacket suit

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

By incorporating elements like ivory tassels, Westwood transforms the traditional Victorian bustle and bodice, unveiling a liberated and unconstrained fashion expression.

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1990s Skirt Suits

Amazing Vintage Patricia Rhodes 3 Piece Bustle Paisley Victorian Gown Ensemble
Amazing Vintage Patricia Rhodes 3 Piece Bustle Paisley Victorian Gown Ensemble

Amazing Vintage Patricia Rhodes 3 Piece Bustle Paisley Victorian Gown Ensemble

By PATRICIA RHODES

Located in San Diego, CA

Absolutely breathtaking vintage PATRICIA RHODES three piece couture ensemble! Features a flattering boned pleated corset, adorned with four dangling crystals at each side of the wais...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Ramsgate, Life At The Sea-Side
Ramsgate, Life At The Sea-Side

Ramsgate, Life At The Sea-Side

By William Powell Frith

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

This work marks Frith's first great panoramic narrative of modern life, vividly capturing the hustle and bustle of Victorian society at leisure by the sea.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Art

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Paper

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19th Century Wire Dress Bustle
19th Century Wire Dress Bustle

19th Century Wire Dress Bustle

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H 7 in W 14 in D 4 in

19th Century Wire Dress Bustle

Located in North Egremont, MA

Victorian wire bustle to add form to the rear of a dress.

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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Late Victorian Wasp-Waisted Shop Display Mannequin by Wells & Son, London
Late Victorian Wasp-Waisted Shop Display Mannequin by Wells & Son, London

Late Victorian Wasp-Waisted Shop Display Mannequin by Wells & Son, London

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

This dressmakers’ mannequin displays the ‘impossible’ wasp waist and high bosom of the ‘perfect’ woman of the Victorian era, and a bustle back. The actual form is French and would ha...

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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Figurative Sculptures

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Linen, Beech

A French Victorian Bustle Day Dress and Pouf in Sky-blue Taffeta Circa 1875
A French Victorian Bustle Day Dress and Pouf in Sky-blue Taffeta Circa 1875

A French Victorian Bustle Day Dress and Pouf in Sky-blue Taffeta Circa 1875

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1870/1875 France. Day dress with princess, two-part bodice and skirt on a bustle cage. Sky-blue taffeta decorated with starched cream gauze called tarlatane, finely wrinkled ...

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1870s French Casual Dresses

John Galliano Fitted Blazer with Back Bustle Detail
John Galliano Fitted Blazer with Back Bustle Detail

John Galliano Fitted Blazer with Back Bustle Detail

By John Galliano

Located in New York, NY

John Galliano, brown, heather, wool flannel, fitted, blazer/jacket having a three button closure, narrow lapels, flap pockets, and a drawstring, ruched back detail inspired from a Vi...

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Early 2000s French Jackets

Fine 19th Century Victorian Oil Painting Normandy City Centre Bustling Scene
Fine 19th Century Victorian Oil Painting Normandy City Centre Bustling Scene

Fine 19th Century Victorian Oil Painting Normandy City Centre Bustling Scene

By Henry Schafer

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist: Henry Schafer (German/ British, 1854-1915), signed lower corner. Henry Schafer was born in Hanover, Germany in 1854. He travelled throughout Europe painting town scenes and...

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Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Fine 19th Century Victorian Oil Painting Bruges City Centre Bustling Scene
Fine 19th Century Victorian Oil Painting Bruges City Centre Bustling Scene

Fine 19th Century Victorian Oil Painting Bruges City Centre Bustling Scene

By Henry Schafer

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist: Henry Schafer (German/ British, 1854-1915), signed lower corner and verso. Henry Schafer was born in Hanover, Germany in 1854. He travelled throughout Europe painting town ...

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Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

JUNYA Watanabe/Comme Des Garcons black Victorian skirt suit with bustle - 2002
JUNYA Watanabe/Comme Des Garcons black Victorian skirt suit with bustle - 2002

JUNYA Watanabe/Comme Des Garcons black Victorian skirt suit with bustle - 2002

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black wool Victorian style suit jacket with bustle and bias cut skirt with raw edges by Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons dating to Fall of 2002.

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21st Century and Contemporary Skirt Suits

Commes Des Garçon Belted Trench With Bustle
Commes Des Garçon Belted Trench With Bustle

Commes Des Garçon Belted Trench With Bustle

By Comme des Garçons

Located in New York, NY

Front of trench is cut away, again echoing a Victorian jacket silhouette Bustle can be seen from the back and side view.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Trench Coats

James Edward Meadows, Rural Scene With Cottage
James Edward Meadows, Rural Scene With Cottage

James Edward Meadows, Rural Scene With Cottage

By James Edward Meadows

Located in Cheltenham, GB

Amid the exponentially increasing pace of bustling Victorian life, Meadows delivered an idealised view of a land he treasured.

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1870s English School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

James Edward Meadows, Rural Scene With Pond
James Edward Meadows, Rural Scene With Pond

James Edward Meadows, Rural Scene With Pond

By James Edward Meadows

Located in Cheltenham, GB

Amid the exponentially increasing pace of bustling Victorian life, Meadows delivered an idealised view of a land he treasured.

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1870s English School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Victorian Ladies "Balloon" Chairs
Victorian Ladies "Balloon" Chairs

Victorian Ladies "Balloon" Chairs

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H 34 in W 19 in D 22 in

Victorian Ladies "Balloon" Chairs

Located in Asheville, NC

Balloon Chairs were created to accommodate Womens Victorian Bustle Skirting.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Handkerchief Hem Eyelet and Lace Bustle Tea Dress
Victorian Handkerchief Hem Eyelet and Lace Bustle Tea Dress

Victorian Handkerchief Hem Eyelet and Lace Bustle Tea Dress

Located in Tucson, AZ

A superb example of Victorian summer fashion and a sartorial work of art in near mint condition.

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1890s Unknown Tea Gowns

Comme des Garcons Asymmetric Victorian Flair Bustle Dress Westwood Inspiration
Comme des Garcons Asymmetric Victorian Flair Bustle Dress Westwood Inspiration

Comme des Garcons Asymmetric Victorian Flair Bustle Dress Westwood Inspiration

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rei Kawakubo for Comme des Garcons high concept creation with Victorian flair. Most likely inspired by Vivienne Westwood's wench style dresses.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Victorian White Batiste Bustle Petticoat Wedding Skirt with Train - XS, 1890s
Victorian White Batiste Bustle Petticoat Wedding Skirt with Train - XS, 1890s

Victorian White Batiste Bustle Petticoat Wedding Skirt with Train - XS, 1890s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Far too beautiful to be hidden under a skirt, this whisper-weight petticoat is stunning and sturdy enough to be worn AS a skirt in its own right. Bias cut, its nineteen-foot sweep te...

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1890s Unknown Petticoats

VICTORIAN Couture c.1890's Bodice Bustle Skirt Dress Hand Painted Button Set
VICTORIAN Couture c.1890's Bodice Bustle Skirt Dress Hand Painted Button Set

VICTORIAN Couture c.1890's Bodice Bustle Skirt Dress Hand Painted Button Set

Located in Thiensville, WI

Vintage Couture c.1890's silk bodice and skirt set. Front of bodice has multicolored floral devore velvet fabric. Black ottoman leg of mutton sleeves. Three ornate hand painted butto...

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1890s Skirt Suits

Antique Eastlake Aesthetic German Walnut Figural Bustle Bench and Chair Settee
Antique Eastlake Aesthetic German Walnut Figural Bustle Bench and Chair Settee

Antique Eastlake Aesthetic German Walnut Figural Bustle Bench and Chair Settee

Located in Dayton, OH

Upholstered in pink. History The bustle bench is an Eastlake design that was popular during the Victorian era, circa 1870-1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Diamond Cluster Earrings c1880s French
Antique Diamond Cluster Earrings c1880s French

Antique Diamond Cluster Earrings c1880s French

Located in Litchfield, CT

Remarks from Lawrence Jeffrey: “It’s just as easy to imagine these earrings worn to a ball with a lacy, bustled, Victorian era dress as it is to pair them with a little black dress.

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Stud Earrings

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Beneath the Surface: James Wyld's 1844 Geological Map of the British Isles
Beneath the Surface: James Wyld's 1844 Geological Map of the British Isles

Beneath the Surface: James Wyld's 1844 Geological Map of the British Isles

Located in Langweer, NL

Engraved, printed, and hand-colored in the bustling hub of Victorian London, this map exemplifies Wyld's cartographic brilliance and his commitment to geographical sciences.

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Antique 1840s Maps

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Paper

1992 Dolce & Gabbana Ivory Victorian Bustle Tulle Flower Long Skirt
1992 Dolce & Gabbana Ivory Victorian Bustle Tulle Flower Long Skirt

1992 Dolce & Gabbana Ivory Victorian Bustle Tulle Flower Long Skirt

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: 1992 Dolce & Gabbana Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Fair- several faint and tiny marks- please see last photos. FABRIC: Silk COUNTRY MA...

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1990s Italian Petticoats

Victorian Set Bustles and Hoop Skirt
Victorian Set Bustles and Hoop Skirt

Victorian Set Bustles and Hoop Skirt

Located in US

Victorian set of 2 bustles and a hoop skirt in used condition includes 1 wire bustle, one cream fabric and lace covered bustle and one hoop skirt.

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1880s American Shapewear

S/S 2003 Junya Wantanabe Parachute
S/S 2003 Junya Wantanabe Parachute

S/S 2003 Junya Wantanabe Parachute

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons

Located in Rockwood, ON

Th attached back hip bag is a modern twist on the Victorian bustle and again the shape and lengths can be played with depending on where you choose to expand or contract the ruching.

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21st Century and Contemporary Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Archival 1994 Vivienne Westwood Pinstripe Wool Jacket and High-Low Trained Skirt
Archival 1994 Vivienne Westwood Pinstripe Wool Jacket and High-Low Trained Skirt

Archival 1994 Vivienne Westwood Pinstripe Wool Jacket and High-Low Trained Skirt

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

I love how it almost resembles a deflated Victorian bustle. The combination of historical references, sex appeal, and exceptional craftsmanship makes this set a rare and noteworthy l...

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1990s English Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Sarah Whitworth Pure Silk Dupion Black & White Gothic Bustle Vintage Party Dress
Sarah Whitworth Pure Silk Dupion Black & White Gothic Bustle Vintage Party Dress

Sarah Whitworth Pure Silk Dupion Black & White Gothic Bustle Vintage Party Dress

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

The pencil skirt has a panel over the top that flares out from the waist and narrows at the hem. There is a victorian inspired bustle giving a ruffled, waterfall effect to the back f...

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1980s English Cocktail Dresses

1999 Christian Lacroix Runway Floral Silk Brocade Strapless High Low Bustle Gown
1999 Christian Lacroix Runway Floral Silk Brocade Strapless High Low Bustle Gown

1999 Christian Lacroix Runway Floral Silk Brocade Strapless High Low Bustle Gown

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

I love the velvet embellished tiers flowing down the high to low Victorian style bustle skirt. As Lacroix once said, "For me, elegance is not to pass unnoticed but to get to the very...

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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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By Pierre Cardin

Located in Water Mill, NY

An iconic 1960s yellow linen dress from Pierre Cardin. It has a stand up collar and cap sleeves with trapunto embroidery around them, the hem and front pocket. It has a handstitched...

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1960s French Day Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves

By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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Roberto Cavalli black/gray bustier

Roberto Cavalli black/gray bustier

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in New York, NY

Roberto Cavalli black with gray boning bustier has boning in seven sections for a more comfortable fit and wear. The center back has an zipper which measures 9". The shoulder straps ...

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1990s Italian Bustiers

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Givenchy Couture John Galliano S/S 1997 Bouquet Floral Ribbon Print Midi Dress
Givenchy Couture John Galliano S/S 1997 Bouquet Floral Ribbon Print Midi Dress

Givenchy Couture John Galliano S/S 1997 Bouquet Floral Ribbon Print Midi Dress

By Givenchy, John Galliano

Located in Chicago, IL

Designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture spring/summer 1997 collection; his last collection for the label. Galliano only designed for the fashion house for 2 years which ma...

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1990s French Empire Waist Dresses

Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s

Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-...

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1950s French Ball Gowns

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train

1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train

By Michael Casey

Located in Gresham, OR

A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Versace F/W 2011 Runway Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat
Versace F/W 2011 Runway Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat

Versace F/W 2011 Runway Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat

By Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Versace Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat IT 42 Versace mink fur and leather knee-length red coat featuring floral pattern throughout, stand collar with dual b...

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John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

I. Magnin Vintage 1960s Graphic Black + White Print Silk Mod Coat
I. Magnin Vintage 1960s Graphic Black + White Print Silk Mod Coat

I. Magnin Vintage 1960s Graphic Black + White Print Silk Mod Coat

By I. Magnin

Located in Sparks, NV

Fantastic black and white silk coat in a graphic mod print by I. Magnin. Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Front Button and Snap Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated ...

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1960s American Coats

Stunning Early 1990s Custom All Over Sequin + Crystals Pink Vintage Mermaid Gown
Stunning Early 1990s Custom All Over Sequin + Crystals Pink Vintage Mermaid Gown

Stunning Early 1990s Custom All Over Sequin + Crystals Pink Vintage Mermaid Gown

Located in San Diego, CA

Exquisite early 90s sequin gown! Features thousands of pale pink micro sequins throughout the dress, with crystal embellishments at sleeves, bust, and back. Beautiful mermaid silhoue...

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1990s Evening Gowns

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ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning Alexander McQueen Purple violet silk charmeuse gown with interesting sleeves and exposed bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be removed. Dress zip from the side. Size M...

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

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Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress

Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress IT 38 Gianni Versace black silk evening dress featuring sheer crossover accents at bodice and concealed zi...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown

Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...

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1950s Evening Gowns

Art Deco Slip Dress with Dangling Bell Flowers
Art Deco Slip Dress with Dangling Bell Flowers

Art Deco Slip Dress with Dangling Bell Flowers

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Silk Art Deco Slip Dress with Bell Flower motifs. Peachy pink and lavender silk are mixed in this charming bias slip dress with a pair of reversible silk bell flower motifs h...

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Victorian Bustle For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary victorian bustle you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Gray and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Black, Blue and more. If you’re looking for a victorian bustle from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Comme des Garçons, Dolce & Gabbana and Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much is a Victorian Bustle?

The price for a victorian bustle starts at $288 and tops out at $5,200, and on average, selling for $1,643.