{"title":"1870-1889 Antique Dresses","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen’s Antique Fashion from 1870–1889 – The Art of the Bustle in the Victorian Era\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetween 1870 and 1889, women’s \u003cstrong\u003eantique fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e embraced some of the most dramatic silhouettes of the \u003cstrong\u003eVictorian era\u003c\/strong\u003e, defined by back‑focused volume, architectural drapery, and lavish ornamentation. These decades produced iconic \u003cstrong\u003edresses\u003c\/strong\u003e that today enrich every major \u003cstrong\u003emuseum\u003c\/strong\u003e and serious private \u003cstrong\u003ecollection\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003eantique dress\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for their sculptural \u003cstrong\u003efeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e, refined \u003cstrong\u003estyle\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the way they were originally \u003cstrong\u003eworn\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the early 1870s, softly draped \u003cstrong\u003ebustle dress\u003c\/strong\u003e constructions shaped the silhouette. Looping overskirts, high necklines, and basque‑style bodices created a graceful yet structured look. These \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal\u003c\/strong\u003e garments—often crafted from silk, satin, or taffeta—represent some of the \u003cstrong\u003ebest\u003c\/strong\u003e examples of \u003cstrong\u003eVictorian fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e, blending industrial innovation with artistic craftsmanship. Their elegance makes them highly desirable in any refined \u003cstrong\u003ecollecton\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003evintage\u003c\/strong\u003e textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the late 1870s, the silhouette shifted into the sleek princess line. Long, form‑fitting bodices and minimal bustle volume emphasized verticality and smooth surfaces. This streamlined \u003cstrong\u003estyle\u003c\/strong\u003e highlighted the body’s natural shape while still allowing for rich trimming, lace, and fringe. Such \u003cstrong\u003eclothing\u003c\/strong\u003e remains a \u003cstrong\u003egood\u003c\/strong\u003e representation of late‑19th‑century refinement and is frequently studied in \u003cstrong\u003emuseum\u003c\/strong\u003e archives for its technical precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 1880s, the bustle returned—larger, more structured, and unmistakably architectural. The so‑called “shelf bustle” created a dramatic projection at the back, defining the decade’s most recognizable \u003cstrong\u003evictorian dress\u003c\/strong\u003e silhouette. Bodices became sharply tailored, skirts were heavily ornamented, and ensembles were often \u003cstrong\u003eworn\u003c\/strong\u003e with elaborate \u003cstrong\u003eaccessories\u003c\/strong\u003e such as jet jewelry, gloves, and decorative hats. These expressive garments continue to fascinate historians and collectors exploring the evolution of the \u003cstrong\u003ebustle dress\u003c\/strong\u003e within \u003cstrong\u003eantique fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"victorian-velvet-dolman-america-ca-1880-antique-jacket-antique-coat-victorian-coat-antique-dolman","title":"Victorian Velvet Dolman, America, ca. 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the history of fashion, coats of this type were called dolmans. Dolman (in older spellings rarely also Dollmann or Dollman) is the name for a men's jacket of the Hungarian national costume, for a Turkish overcoat and a sleeve form. This jacket has developed into a women's jacket for bustle dresses. The jackets\/coats are long at the front and short at the back. They usually ended above the cul. This dolman is made of brown velvet. When photographed, the fabric shimmers a little so that it looks shiny and restless. In reality, it is a beautiful fabric. The large, drop-shaped tassels that adorn the hem of the coat are striking. Decorative elements in the chest area, which also serve to close the jacket. Pagoda sleeves with wide cuffs. Lined on the inside with quilted silk. Small inside pocket. The dolman is in good to very good condition. Abrasion in the area of the inner silk (especially at the collar), abrasion also at the “buttons” in the chest area. All in all: a very beautiful and distinctive antique garment that can still be worn today. The decoration is not included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChest: ~ 91 cm \u003cbr\u003eFront length: ~ 94 cm \u003cbr\u003eShoulders: ~ 40 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55340864209283,"sku":"","price":495.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antique-victorian-dolman-1880.jpg?v=1745127675"},{"product_id":"victorian-red-wool-jacket-ca-1888-antique-jacket-victorian-jacket","title":"Victorian Red Wool Jacket, ca. 1888","description":"\u003cp\u003eEven in 1888, people wanted to stand out! With this elegant jacket, this was achieved through the modern cut (for the time), but even more so through the red color of the wool. The wearer was probably able to wear this color because she was still a teenager or a very good woman. Otherwise, the color red was considered offensive. The jacket has the typical shape of jackets from the late 1880s. Small peplum; front closure with four large buttons and hooks; wide cuffs. Most striking, however, are the pom-poms that adorn the hem and the front edge of the jacket. Lined on the inside with burgundy silk. Inside pocket. In very good condition. 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The breast insert in the bodice is reminiscent of 18th century dresses with their stomacher. Long sleeves with pink silk cuffs. Small crocheted decorative buttons to fasten (one missing). The skirt is cut asymmetrically; it ends in a train. The front and back of the skirt are joined together with a large knot. A stylistic element that we have never seen on a dress before. Box-pleated cotton organdy dust ruffle with lace. In very good condition. Minor underarm stains; subtle signs of age and wear; discoloured hem. The dress comes from the collection of the Valentine Museum, America. The proceeds will be used for conservation and future acquisitions.\n\nChest: ~ 74 cm\nWaist: ~ 52 cm\nLength front: ~ 132 cm\nLength back: ~ 145 cm","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55340864700803,"sku":"","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antique-dinner-dress-1888.jpg?v=1745125260"},{"product_id":"1880s-embroidered-lace-bustle-overgown-antique-dress-antique-gown-antique-bustle-dress-antikes-kleid-robe-ancien","title":"Antique Embroidered Lace Bustle Overgown, 1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003every elegant and extremely rare antique two‑piece overdress\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to the \u003cstrong\u003elate 1870s or early 1880s\u003c\/strong\u003e, represents a remarkable example of \u003cstrong\u003ehigh‑Victorian fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e. As its name suggests, the overdress was worn \u003cstrong\u003eover a silk dress or another fine undergarment\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the layered, sculptural silhouette characteristic of the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eskirt\u003c\/strong\u003e, open at the back and fastened with \u003cstrong\u003ehooks and eyelets\u003c\/strong\u003e, is decorated along the hem with \u003cstrong\u003eembroidered lace\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding refinement and movement. The \u003cstrong\u003etop\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed in the style of a fitted jacket, closes at the front with \u003cstrong\u003ecords\u003c\/strong\u003e and recalls the elegant lines of \u003cstrong\u003eprincess‑style dresses\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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More than a garment, this ensemble is a vivid \u003cstrong\u003ewindow into a bygone world\u003c\/strong\u003e, when outdoor pastimes such as croquet were not merely games but \u003cstrong\u003ehighly social events\u003c\/strong\u003e. Women dressed for these occasions in carefully coordinated outfits that expressed status, taste, and personality, making this ensemble a remarkable survivor of its time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe antique dress is a \u003cstrong\u003etwo‑piece set\u003c\/strong\u003e consisting of a bodice and skirt, both crafted from \u003cstrong\u003estriped and checked silk\u003c\/strong\u003e in harmonious shades of \u003cstrong\u003epeach, brown, and blue\u003c\/strong\u003e. The color palette is further enriched by \u003cstrong\u003eblue silk velvet\u003c\/strong\u003e on the collar and cuffs, adding a striking visual accent. On the right side of the bodice, a \u003cstrong\u003eblue silk bow\u003c\/strong\u003e draws the eye—an intentional decorative flourish designed to highlight the wearer as she prepared to strike the croquet ball. The bodice fastens at the front with \u003cstrong\u003eround buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003elong sleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e are finished with delicate \u003cstrong\u003elace edging\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe skirt displays the characteristic silhouette of the \u003cstrong\u003ebustle period\u003c\/strong\u003e, complete with an \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated underskirt\u003c\/strong\u003e that supports its shape. Despite its age, the ensemble is in \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tiny stains, minimal wear, slight discoloration on the lace cuffs, gentle velvet abrasion, and a few missing hooks and eyes at the waist are minor and do not detract from its historical integrity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompleting the ensemble is a \u003cstrong\u003eblue velvet hood\u003c\/strong\u003e, adorned with a \u003cstrong\u003ebrown feather\u003c\/strong\u003e, which adds a graceful and atmospheric touch. It not only protects the wearer from the sun but also underscores the \u003cstrong\u003efashionable sophistication\u003c\/strong\u003e of the era—an accessory that perfectly complements the dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEqually captivating is the \u003cstrong\u003ewooden croquet box\u003c\/strong\u003e containing \u003cstrong\u003eten rackets\u003c\/strong\u003e. Though the colors have faded and the balls and goals are missing, the set remains a powerful testament to Victorian leisure culture. The \u003cstrong\u003epaper label\u003c\/strong\u003e inside the lid, depicting elegantly dressed ladies at play, offers a vivid impression of how croquet was enjoyed. The printed term \u003cstrong\u003e“legally protected”\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003egesetzlich geschützt\u003c\/em\u003e) dates the label to \u003cstrong\u003epost‑1876 Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding another layer of historical context.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, this ensemble of \u003cstrong\u003edress, hood, and croquet rackets\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a rare and immersive insight into \u003cstrong\u003e19th‑century society\u003c\/strong\u003e, where fashion and leisure intertwined seamlessly. It reminds us how people of the past spent their time with elegance, refinement, and a keen sense of style—an exceptional piece of cultural history for collectors, museums, and admirers of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Learn_about_Victorian_fashion\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eVictorian fashion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Explore_19th_century_leisure_culture\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e19th‑century leisure culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDress\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWaist: approx. 50 cm \u003cbr\u003eChest: approx. 73 cm \u003cbr\u003eLength: approx. 122 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDimensions: approx. 95 × 28 × 18 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Antique Sport Items: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/antique-gown.com\/products\/baseball-sport-clothing-america-1920s?_pos=4\u0026amp;amp;_sid=ef9a2a3dc\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehttps:\/\/antique-gown.com\/products\/baseball-sport-clothing-america-1920s?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=ef9a2a3dc\u0026amp;_ss=r\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/antique-gown.com\/products\/victorian-cape-ca-1898-antique-cape-antique-clothes-antiker-umhang?_pos=8\u0026amp;amp;_sid=ef9a2a3dc\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehttps:\/\/antique-gown.com\/products\/victorian-cape-ca-1898-antique-cape-antique-clothes-antiker-umhang?_pos=8\u0026amp;_sid=ef9a2a3dc\u0026amp;_ss=r\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/antique-gown.com\/products\/sport-cotton-sateen-lace-boots-ca-1875?_pos=5\u0026amp;amp;_sid=ef9a2a3dc\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehttps:\/\/antique-gown.com\/products\/sport-cotton-sateen-lace-boots-ca-1875?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=ef9a2a3dc\u0026amp;_ss=r\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/antique-gown.com\/products\/sport-cotton-sateen-lace-boots-ca-1875?_pos=5\u0026amp;amp;_sid=ef9a2a3dc\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Gown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55340866470275,"sku":"","price":1490.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antique-croquet-dress-1888.jpg?v=1745124965"},{"product_id":"1880s-arnold-constable-co-dolman-new-york-antique-dolman-victorian-dolman-antique-cape-victorian-cape","title":"ARNOLD CONSTABLE \u0026 Co. 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At the company's peak, its flagship \"Palace of Trade\" in Manhattan – located at 881-887 Broadway at East 19th Street, through to 115 Fifth Avenue – was acknowledged to be the store which took the largest portion of the \"carriage trade\", in New York, serving the rich and elite of the city.","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55340866797955,"sku":"","price":780.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1897\/6899\/files\/antique-Arnold-dolman-cape-1880.jpg?v=1745126775"},{"product_id":"1875-polonaise-style-travel-dress-england-princess-style-antique-bustle-dress-victorian-dress-antique-gown-antikes-kleid","title":"Polonaise Style Travel Dress, England, ca. 1875","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo-piece traveling dress from the Victorian era, ca. 1875. The dress consists of a skirt and a long coat. It is made from purple silk taffeta. Two small pockets adorn the overdress\/coat. 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