Shop Hoop Skirted Gowns

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Tara Civil War Styled Gown
$178.00
Anya Civil War Styled Dress
$179.00
Civil War Styled Dupioni Top
$182.00
Chantelle Victorian Ball Gown
$189.00
Penelope Victorian Style Dress
$189.00
Bellamira Dupioni Victorian Ball Gown
$189.00
Primrose Victorian Civil War Gown
$199.00
Larksong Victorian Civil War Style Gown with velvet trim
$219.00
Priscilla Victorian Gown
$229.95
Emma Victorian Gown
$239.00
Pagoda Civil War Style Gown
$239.00
Victorian Gown and Lace Basque
$283.00
Mallory Victorian Civil War Dress
$285.00
Civil War Styled Set
$287.00
Lady Anne Civil War Gown
$300.00
Victorian Black Jacket and Pleated Skirt
$319.95
Desiree Victorian Civil War Ballgown
$319.95
Victorian Civil War Jacket and Skirt Gown
$329.95
Arabella Silk Victorian Ball Gown
$345.00
Marelda Silk Victorian Ball Gown
$348.00
Lorellen Off Shoulder Victorian Civil War Ballgown
$349.00
Persephone Civil War Gown
$359.95
Victorian Civil War Styled Ball Gown
$359.95
Colette Civil War Styled Ball Gown
$429.00
Magnolia Victorian Satin Ball Gown
$434.00
Emma Rosa Victorian Civil War Ballgown
$499.00
Victorian Ball Gown
$499.95
Octavia Rose Victorian Lace Ball Gown
$599.00
Victorian Southern Belle Ball Gown
$599.95
Velvet Ball Gown
$1,279.95
The invention of the steel-hooped cage crinoline in the mid-1850s was a real game changer for women's fashion during the Victorian era. Until then, the many petticoats required to accommodate women's skirts meant that the wearer had to carry many pounds of excess weight. All those petticoats hampered movement and were hot during summer! The cage crinoline allowed skirts to be up to six yards wide at the hem, which would never had been possible with traditional crinolines, or horsehair petticoats. It also presented a beautiful bell-shaped silhouette. Hoop crinolines were worn by women from all social classes and even young girls.

The gowns featured in this category are designed to be worn with a hoop crinoline. You will present a stunningly beautiful silhouette that is bound to be eye-catching when you enter the room. Many styles are customer favorites, and as with all of our garments, each is lovingly designed and sewn in the United States!

Hoop skirts remained popular through the mid-1860s. Their association with the American Civil War era is undeniable. Many of our hoop-skirted gowns are reminiscent of the Antebellum South and what was worn by women during the war years. We have several designs that also work beautifully as a wedding gown. Many of our gowns are perfect for your wedding party, too!

Bodices are fitted and some are boned which takes away the need for a corset. Some bodices feature a four dart front, others fall at the natural waistline, while still others feature the classic 'v' front and back.

Low scooped and shawl necklines were popular styles of the day and are featured in some of our designs. Others feature a lovely modest jewel neckline. Some of those have a ruffle along the neckline for an additional feminine touch. A few feature a flattering square neckline. Do you love the low scooped neckline but want a little modesty? We have styles that feature a lace basque or a fichu. Both add style and elegance while offering and added level of modesty.

From very short and shirred to elbow-length to long and fitted, leg o'mutton or wide pagoda, we offer sleeves in a variety of flattering styles. Many of our hoop-skirted gowns feature sleeves that can be worn off the shoulder for elegant affairs.

Whether you prefer the shimmer and crispness of taffeta, the luster of dupioni, of the ease of care of cotton, you will find a design in a fabric that fits your style. Our gowns are best dry cleaned, but those made of cotton may be gently washed and hung to dry.

Of course, no lady would be completely dressed without the necessary accessories. We have hoop crinolines and petticoats, gloves, shoes and boots, parasols, fans, hats and hair ornaments, and more to help you complete your look.

Happy shopping!