For all the Civil War enthusiasts, this 19th century style suit is an essential to your wardrobe. The Civil War era styling of this striking suit features a fitted jacket with a peplum. The peplum gets longer and fuller toward the back and is trimmed in rows of black lace. The neckline and the oversleeve are also trimmed in black lace. The undersleeves are in lovely white satin and button at the cuff. The jacket closes at center front with black velvet buttons. The skirt is comprised of an overskirt and an underskirt which are trimmed in rows of black ribbon along the hem. The underskirt is full enough to accommodate a hoop or crinoline underneath. Elastic waist. Dry clean. Acetate taffeta or Polyester dupioni. The model is wearing an extra full crinoline which is priced separately. Designed and made proudly by Recollections in America!