I made the long version. This is really a demi-crinoline and, in my opinion, should be about ankle length to support a heavy 1880’s skirt. The unaltered pattern length is just right for me (I’m 4’9″), meaning most people will have to lengthen it. The finished bustle gives the perfect look for original 1880’s dresses from the height (or should I say width) of the bustle era.
Frances Grimble –
I made the long version. This is really a demi-crinoline and, in my opinion, should be about ankle length to support a heavy 1880’s skirt. The unaltered pattern length is just right for me (I’m 4’9″), meaning most people will have to lengthen it. The finished bustle gives the perfect look for original 1880’s dresses from the height (or should I say width) of the bustle era.