When did women wear petticoats in the US?

Women in the U.S. wore petticoats primarily from the early 19th century through the mid-20th century. They were especially popular during the Victorian era (1837-1901) and into the 1950s, serving to add volume and shape to skirts and dresses. The use of petticoats declined significantly in the 1960s with the rise of more streamlined fashion trends.