Cage Crinolines -6

Ed N.:
"Fun concept. Don't think it would support a very heavy skirt. The description hints that it has a variety of applications including ballet. Can't say I've ever
detected petticoat under a ballerina outfit."
Ed: A bit like a wire tutu

An extremely interesting dress
in this 1959 Chanel ad
Appears hoop is incorporated
into the dress

from Abby Rhodes

Translucent understructure

Modern pannier
From Sylvia Marie

Just about a wide enough short
hoop to give a bell skirt...almost
From Crinolyn
Rescued by Sylvia Marie

Runway cage, with the all too familiar somber countenance...
(Would it hurt to smile? What's sticking to her chin?)
Sent by John N

Cage crinoline worn during a
small part of the Victorian period

From Kristi