From AppleBride Community Encyclopedia
Description
A petticoat refers to any undergarment worn under a skirt or robe in order to provide warmth and/or shape. It is also called an underskirt and may have a crinoline embedded or attached to it.
Modern petticoats are often made from rayon, nylon, cotton, tulle, georgette, lace, or organza. Many of the same fabrics historically used to make petticoats are still in use today. The fabric is then layered, often using many layers, to provide shape and/or warmth. These layers may have layers, folds, or ruffles of fabric within them. Some petticoats are designed to have some of the bottom of the garment to stick out under the dress. Some petticoats are even designed so the whole petticoat may be worn alone or for all the layers to be seen, such as petticoats worn for dancing dresses (i.e. can-can dancers).
Many modern dresses come with built-in petticoats or crinolines to ensure the dress is worn at the desired shape. However, some dresses- especially custom-made ones- may need the extra support. Petticoats can be lighter and less expensive than crinolines. It is because of this that a bride may choose a petticoat over a crinoline. When a bride is trying to decide between a crinoline or a petticoat, she should consider the following:
- How comfortable is it to wear?
- Is it necessary to maintain the desired shape of my dress?
- Is the color appropriate for the dress I am wearing?
- Am I able to make all the necessary movements for my wedding (and/or reception)?
- Is it within my budget?
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