Civil War Costumes
August 7th, 2010 by the writerDid you know that during the American Civil War, women also had a great participation. During the period, Sallie Ward of Louisville was the most noted belle in the South, and her portrait, which hangs in the Speed Museum in Louisville, Kentucky, is often called The Southern Belle. A Southern belle epitomized Southern hospitality, cultivation of beauty and a flirtatious yet chaste demeanor. She is a refined woman of Southern United States. If you are looking for a Civil War Costume, Southern Belle will be perfect for you.
Southern Belle Adult Costume. A dress any lady from the South would be happy to wear. This is for all you Sweet Potato Queens out there. You’ll be the essence of Southern beauty and hospitality in this darling gown. It Includes: A long white dress with dark green ribbon trim, attached hoop petticoat, green ribbon sash and picture frame yellow hat. Show off your pure, yet flirtatious demeanor that will make any gentleman of the South want to court you.