Most women’s Victorian dresses consisted of a skirt and bodice attached together to look like one piece. From the full Civil War period skirt to the gathered Victorian bustle skirt, the era had a variety of Victorian skirt silhouettes that fit both day (walking skirt) and evening (ballgown skirt) fashions. There were even special skirts for riding (split skirt), cycling, hiking, and other sporty activities.
During the turn of the century 1890s to 1910s, Edwardian skirts found a new place in women’s wardrobes. Convenience and economy made owning several skirts and blouses a regular part of a woman’s wardrobe. These separates were mixed and matched with a wide belt to marry them together. Simple and versatile Edwardian skirts made it possible for women of all classes to look like their icon, the Gibson Girl. Learn 1900-190s skirt history.
The easiest Victorian and Edwardian costume to make is to combine a white lace blouse with a long full skirt. Shop new and reproduction Victorian style skirts and sewing patterns.
Victorian Skirts, Edwardian Skirts
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From the very full gathered skirts of the early years to the narrow A-line tea length skirts of the later years, Victorian style skirts can still be found today. These new skirts and skirt sewing patterns we found online make great options for your vintage-inspired Victorian and Edwardian costumes.
Victorian Skirt Sewing Patterns
1840s to 1910s skirt sewing patterns
FAQ Edwardian Skirts
What is the name of the Edwardian skirt?
Edwardian skirts were named after the style of construction and design such as the 6-8 gored skirt, flounced skirt, and tied skirt or named after the intended use such as the walking skirt, the dress skirt, the wash skirt, the bicycle skirt, etc. The overall shape of the Edwardian era skirt was the trumpet shape with a slim fit over the thigh and a flare at the hem. Around 1912 the skirt shape changed into the straight column and again around WW1 when a gathered full skirt was the more practical shape.
How long are Edwardian skirts?
Most Edwardian era skirts were ankle length with slightly short hems for walking skirts and even shorter hems for sportswear (riding, bicycling) as well as for teenage girls.
What colors are Edwardian skirts?