Design Potential and Challenges Here is a Victorian ballgown that I made from a contemporary strapless prom dress. Because the skirt was plenty big (5 yards around the hem), I knew I could transform it into a Civil War gown, with a hoop skirt petticoat underneath. The...
A Lovely Basic Gown I purchased a green and white Victorian bodice and skirt from a friend in the Victorian Society of Colorado. I planned to wear them, myself, for a Victorian Ball. They were originally made by Rita Wilhelm, a master costumer and seamstress. You can...
