BELLE O' THE BALL Hoops, vintage 1940s collapsible hoop frame crinoline petticoat, Clayton Mfg. Co, plastic skirt hoop for travel w/ case wedding prom dress Clean and ready

Clean and ready

Panels of gorgeous lace make up the skirt

Wrists are tight

Dress is mini length at 32 inches long

Most closely fits a modern size 4

BELLE O' THE BALL Hoops, vintage 1940s collapsible hoop frame crinoline petticoat, Clayton Mfg. Co, plastic skirt hoop for travel w/ case wedding prom dress Clean and readyvintage 1950s BELLE O' THE BALL Hoops, collapsible hoop frame crinoline petticoat, Clayton Mfg. Co, plastic skirt hoop for travel w case I never cease to be amazed by this work of art and engineering. Created and patented in 1947 by Mary Tom Clayton out of plastic and cotton, this hoop was meant to be easily transported during traveling. So special, one now resides at the MET. Cotton straps wrap around the waist and fasten with a series of snaps.