Victorian ball

Gaston de Latouche 1854-1913 Frankrijk

In the previous centuries, a ball was a popular form of entertainment. Everyone loved to dance, from representatives of high society to commoners. The preparation for this event required a lot of effort, from both hosts and guests. And it wasn’t just about the decoration of the ballroom and sending invitations. Because balls were usually held a few times a year.

Dancing in the 1860's style is unlike the strictly couple-orientated modern style dancing. 19th Century social dances generally involved groups of couples and were conducted so that everyone at a Formal Ball could mingle and dance with various partners, as well as meet new partners. This type of dancing ensured that no one would be left out of a crowd, and that everyone would have a chance to dance and have a good time. Social dancing required groups of dancers to interact with each other in…

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Black Victorian dress made of dense satin and plisse frills is a perfect choice for 1870s - 1880s balls, fairs and other events. It can also make an unforgettable appearance at the steampunk or gothic convent, vampire ball or Halloween witch party. The dress consists of a skirt and a bodice, which are worn separately. The bodice has plastic boning and 100% cotton lining. It closes on back lacing. The skirt has two side 'wings', huge back folds and a train. Three kinds of lace is used on the…