Shop Fancy Bustled

Marcella Victorian Polonaise and Skirt Dress
$350.00
Eden Lacy Victorian Polonaise
$219.00
Renata Victorian Polonaise Dress
$399.00
Dagmara Bustle Gown and Skirt
$258.00
Mimosa Victorian Ensemble
$329.00
Clarimonde Victorian Style Ensemble
$257.00
Countess Lucia Victorian Bustle Dress
$440.00
Octavia Rose Victorian Lace Ball Gown
$599.00
Henrietta Victorian Polonaise and Skirt
$269.00
Mrs. Cheyenne's Victorian Afternoon Dress
$299.00
Emily Polonaise Set
$299.00
Gretchen Victorian Polonaise Ensemble
$288.00
Princess Ola Silk Dupioni Bustle Dress
$587.00
Countess Veronika Victorian Silk Bustle Dress
$498.00
Lady Jess Paisley Victoria  Bustle Dress
$239.00
Lillian's Afternoon Silk Walking Dress
$398.00
Lady Lee's Late Victorian Afternoon Dress
$398.00
Lady Eva's Victorian Silk Bustle Dress
$498.00
Lady Randolf's Magical Victorian dinner party dress
$587.00
Isadore Victorian Bustle Dress
$449.00
Marilla Victorian Polonaise and Taffeta Skirt
$359.00
Victorian Velvet and Satin Polonaise
$469.00
Isabella Victorian Polonaise Ensemble
$379.00
Alicia Victorian  Polonaise
$399.00

The bustle was incorporated in evening wear and worn by women attending balls, special occasions and other evening events. A jupon underskirt was worn underneath evening gowns. It supported the heavy layers of luxurious fabrics with steel and stiffened flounces. The hemline of the jupon was often made of lace, for added detail and luxury if it was to be revealed.

The bustle came in two styles during the Victorian age. During the era of the second bustle, the color of a women's evening attire was dictated by the function she would attend. For theatre performances and balls, light colored gowns were worn. For dinner or evening dress, jewel colored gowns were worn.

Feel like the bell of the ball, in a fancy bustle gown from Recollections. Made from lavish fabrics of velvet, satin, and taffeta, our fancy bustle gowns are of the highest luxury. The show stopping gowns made in the USA feature voluminous ruching, intricate lacework and short trains.

Here at Recollections, we also offer a full line of accessories to help you complete your ball ensemble. We have hair ornaments, jewelry, bustles, stocking, shoes, boots, reticules, fans and more!

All Recollections garments are available in sizes XS to XXXXL. Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you every step of the way. We look forward to making your next (or first) fancy bustle gown!