The year 1870 was in the middle of a transition from the elliptical hoops of the late 1860s and the early bustle era. As you can see, the elliptical cage moves most of the mass of the skirt to the back. During the 1870s and 1880s bustle eras the “lobster tail” bustle became very common: … Continue reading 1870 Raspberry Silk Plaid Bustle Dress – The Crinolette