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Adult Victorian Suffragette Costume - Women's Rights Activist Dress with Hat & Sash
- SKU:
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Product Details
What's Included
- Long grey dress with permanently attached pink jacket featuring puffed sleeves, red velvet-look cuffs and collar, single-button closure, and white polka-dot mock shirt-front with large red bow
- Wide-brim charcoal grey felt hat with pink grosgrain ribbon band and side bow
- Diagonal sash printed with 'Votes For Women' in suffragette tricolour (purple, white, green)
The Adult Victorian Suffragette Costume brings early 20th century women's rights history to life with authentic Edwardian-era styling and the iconic campaign sash worn by British suffragettes.
The pink taffeta jacket sits over a floor-length grey A-line dress finished with a double-tier gathered ruffle hem. Puffed shoulders with red cuffs, white polka-dot dickey insert, and pre-tied red satin bow at the collar create a dignified Victorian silhouette. The wide-brim charcoal hat and purple-white-green sash complete the period campaigner look.
Key Features
- Puffed sleeves with red velvet-look trim and single-button front closure
- Floor-length grey skirt with two-tier ruffle hem and A-line cut
- Authentic suffragette sash in official movement colours (purple, white, green)
- Wide-brim felt hat with pink ribbon band and decorative bow
- One-piece jacket-dress construction for easy on/off
Perfect For
Book Week & School History Days: Bring Emmeline Pankhurst, Susan B. Anthony, or any women's suffrage biography to life for Book Week character parades, civics lessons, or historical costume days celebrating democracy and equality milestones.
International Women's Day & Theatre Productions: A standout choice for IWD events, Suffragette-themed plays, heritage festival reenactments, or any occasion honouring women's rights history with period-accurate costume detail.
Historical Fancy Dress & Themed Parties: Ideal for Edwardian-era parties, early 1900s themed events, vintage fancy dress nights, or group costumes celebrating women's history with immediate visual recognition.
How to Wear It
Pair with black lace-up ankle boots or low-heeled Victorian-style pumps (not included). Style hair in a low bun or Gibson Girl updo; carry period accessories like a small beaded purse, rolled petition scroll, or protest placard for added authenticity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size range does this Victorian Suffragette costume cover?
This costume is sized for adult women. Check the size chart image on the product page for bust, waist, and hip measurements to find your best fit — the jacket bodice is fitted while the skirt offers A-line room.
Is the pink jacket a separate piece or sewn to the dress?
The pink jacket is permanently attached to the grey dress as a single garment, making it easy to pull on without fiddling with separate layers. The hat and sash are the only removable pieces.
Can this costume work for Book Week historical character assignments?
Absolutely — it's an excellent choice for biographies of suffragettes like Emmeline Pankhurst, Susan B. Anthony, or Vida Goldstein. The 'Votes For Women' sash provides instant visual context for educational presentations and character parades.
How should I wear the sash for the authentic suffragette look?
Drape the sash diagonally across your torso from right shoulder to left hip, letting the text sit prominently across your chest — this mirrors how campaigners wore their sashes during marches and rallies.
What's the best way to care for the polyester taffeta fabric?
Hand wash cold with mild detergent and hang to dry. Avoid wringing the puffed sleeves or ruffled hem. Iron on low heat if needed, placing a pressing cloth over the pink fabric to prevent shine.
Care: Hand wash cold, hang dry, low iron with pressing cloth.
Shipping, Returns & Support
Shipping, Returns & Support
We dispatch quickly from our Melbourne warehouse and offer reliable delivery across Australia. Easy returns and fast support are available if you need help.
Delivery
✔ Dispatch within 1 business day
✔ Same day dispatch before 2pm
✔ Australia-wide delivery with tracking
Returns
✔ Easy 14-day returns & exchanges on eligible items
When will my order arrive?
Most orders arrive within 2–6 business days depending on your location.
Can I return this item?
Yes, we offer easy 14-day returns on eligible items.
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