Antique Victorian Dress 1860 Waist Belt Burgundy Satin


From the Seller
An antique original 1860’s  Victorian waist cincher belt. It is made of burgundy satin and is boned.  It has a back lacing closure but the lacing is missing.  A thin ribbon could be used to replace the lacing.     It is in very good condition. There are no age flaws. Waist 25

From the Industrious Lady
 
Whitaker Auctions

Waists were worn by only the young and fashionable young ladies. There were a variety of styles, some were worn over their a dress, while others were made to be worn over a white waist. 

Contrasting swiss waist/skirt.
http://www.thegracefullady.com/civilwargowns/images/cdvs/swisswaist/WOM6.jpg

1861 Fashion plate of three young ladies of different ages. The ...
Journal Des Demoisselles 1861

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