Polka became popular as a couples dance around the 1860s stemming from the European dance as brought over by immigrants.
Both costumes are made entirely from scratch including patterndrafting. Her costume features an elliptical crinoline skirt support, 35 hand-made bows, specially pleated fabric and a fancy filligree decoration on her bodice.
His costume features faux fall-front pants, knee-high gaiters and a charmingly-trimmed tailcoat.
