1869 Hooped Bustle

The Hooped Bustle is perfect to support the transitional styles of 1869-1873. This petticoat style bustle has four shorter wires that form a large bustle, and six hoop wires around the entire skirt. The hem circumference is between 80″ and 104″, depending on size. And with the top hoop starting at the mid/upper thigh, it will support aprons beautifully. Panels inside the bustle lace together, to allow for adjustment of the bustle size and shape. The waist band has a drawstring to allow for minor sizing fluctuations.

Sizing and Yardage Information:

All the sizes are included, as given below.

Notions: 5 – 5 ½ yard tie-string. 12 grommets.
Fabric: Medium cotton fabrics, like broadcloth, cambric, etc. For Bone Casing – use bone casing, boning tape, bias tape, etc.
*Hoop wires 1-4 may need heavier wire, or doubled wire, to support the bustle under heavy skirts. If so, add 3 yards wire for wires 1-4 if doubled. If replacing with heavier wire, use 3 yards of heavy wire and then subtract 2 yards or regular wire from yardage listed above.