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Remember this dress? So all I did was cut the netting off around the edges of the scalloped lace to shorten it (took forever), and then hemmed the lining underneath. I had to cut out the tulle underneath because it was getting too old and didn't lay properly. I really tried to save the tulle!!
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I'm so glad I didn't have to cut the sleeves off or mess with the neckline or bodice, I thought it was just perfect as is!
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I also took the bow off the waist and had to belt it because the waist doesn't fit me properly.
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I tried it without the belt, and it just bunches up in an unflattering way.
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Maybe this picture gives a better picture of why it needed the belt.
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If I stand up real tall and stretch my torso out, then it looks ok without the belt, but I prefer anchoring the sweetness of the dress with the belt.
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So what do you think? Is this vintage dress modern enough to pull off for a wedding or other special event? Or even church on Sunday?
You are so great at reviving old garments and making them modern! This turned out just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out so beautiful! I can't wait to see what you do with the green dress.
ReplyDeleteP.s I've been following you for quiet a while, but was too shy to comment :))) But when I saw this beauty I just couldn't keep quiet any longer!
Your 'new' dress is just lovely. Great work! I would have looked at the original dress and thought 'urgh' but you had such vision and really pulled it off. Perfect for a wedding! And it looks great with the belt.
ReplyDeleteI think its perfect and beautiful. The belt gives it the finishing touch. I'm very happy to see you worked on it so quickly after the initial post. I'm a bit jealous of your find!!!
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