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alyj66
VIP August 2014

Dress alterations complete

alyj66, 2 November, 2013 at 13:22 Posted on Planning 0 25

I've been to fetch my dress today and I'm so pleased with the alterations. I had the front only taken up so I don't tread on it, the material from that was made into loops and material from the belt was made into the lace for the back. The zip was taken out and the back made into a lace up and it fits so much better! I know that I'm going to have some severe weight loss as I'm going into hospital for a big operation early next year and I'm now content that no matter what weight I end up next summer the dress will now fit.

I didn't have an insert put in as we didn't think it would be needed as the lace over coat covers the flesh so to speak....all for the princely sum of £45!


The photo of the front isn't so clear but it gives an idea of what it looks like. I'm now wondering whether to reattach the flowers to the belt or leave it plain?


25 replies

Latest activity by SnazzyTrousers, 5 November, 2013 at 12:51
  • *Pugsley*
    Beginner March 2014
    *Pugsley* ·
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    Stunning!

    I absolutely love the shape at the front. I think it looks lovely without the flowers on the belt too. It might be a but fussy with the flowers.

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  • lilacpearl
    Beginner August 2014
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    It looks really pretty on you!

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  • alyj66
    VIP August 2014
    alyj66 ·
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    Thank you ladies and now I'm even more undecided as to what to do with the bloomin' flowers ?

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  • Penny P
    Beginner March 2014
    Penny P ·
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    Wow that's such a pretty dress x

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  • J
    Beginner November 2015
    JHenson1234 ·
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    Beautiful! Would be lovely with or without the flowers : )

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  • SunnyOrangeFlowers21
    Beginner August 2014
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    That is so gorgeous - I love the back

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  • alyj66
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    alyj66 ·
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    My decision making is impaired so here is a flash of the belt with the flowers but I've changed my mind about the feathers.


    I love the back of the dress too, I took my mum with me today for the first and she loved the dress so that has settled my mind 100%.

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  • emmiejune
    Beginner December 2013
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    I actually really like the flowers and it softens the front a little. The colour works well. You are right about the feathers though, not sure they work.

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  • cantwait2bmrsj
    Beginner September 2014
    cantwait2bmrsj ·
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    Oh that's really lovely, I love the shape at the front. I also think it would look just as lovely with or without the flowers. What kind of flowers are you having in your bouquet would the fabric flowers complement those?

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  • *MM3*
    Beginner June 2014
    *MM3* ·
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    That's beautiful!!
    Lovely shape, I think it looks lovely without the flowers but whatever you decide you've made the right decision about the feathers Smiley smile

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  • alyj66
    VIP August 2014
    alyj66 ·
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    I have a brooch bouquet so the flowers won't clash. I think that I might sew them back on and then take another photo. I'm sure I'll repost ?

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  • J
    Beginner November 2015
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    I like tge flowers but would probably remove the feathers but thats just me : ) x

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  • J
    Beginner November 2015
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    ...I wonder what the flowers would look like placed centrally on the belt? If you dont like tge flowers then yoh could always get an embellishment for the front.

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  • alyj66
    VIP August 2014
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    I will tack them on and strategically move the belt around until they either look good or come off, I think that I like them on......I will do it tomorrow.

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  • J
    Beginner November 2015
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    Im also having a brooch bouquet, stupidly decided to make it myself and I have the injuries to prove it ; ) - those wires are vicious! Lol!

    do you have a pic of yours? Im not sure how to finish the handle so looking for inspiration! : ) x

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  • alyj66
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    alyj66 ·
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    I'm impressed that you made yours, mine is more button than brooch, here's a few pics of mine, anything for a cheeky flash!



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  • J
    Beginner November 2015
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    Ooh, that's lovely! I really like the design! Mine is all brooches and heavy because of it. Its nice to have something that will last beyond the day. Hoping to pass mine down one day : ) x.

    Here is a pic but not finished yet. .need to wrap the handle!


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  • J
    Beginner November 2015
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    Good luck with the decision on the flowers and dont forget to post more pics when you move them about ; ) x

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  • alyj66
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    I will do and I look forward to seeing your bouquet finished.

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  • SnazzyTrousers
    Beginner May 2024
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    Beautiful! I love the lace - you look stunning hun Smiley smile xx

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  • alyj66
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    Snazzy! How are things? I looked at your website and it's all looking good ?

    Well I've stitched them back on and I think I prefer the belt with flowers. I can't get into the dress by myself so it's just an impression of what it will look like.



    I bought this one but I think it's too pale for the dress...another one for the sell pile!


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  • DaffodilWaves
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    Oh Aly you look stunning! I really like the flowers to the side.

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  • Trish2014
    Beginner June 2014
    Trish2014 ·
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    I think it looks lovely, and I think those flowers on the belt will set it off perfectly!

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  • alyj66
    VIP August 2014
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    Thank you both, I'm definitely going to keep the flowers, yay a decision! I'm a bit excited about Part 2 now.

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  • Icklefee
    Super May 2014
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    this!

    lose the feather but keep the flowers.

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  • SnazzyTrousers
    Beginner May 2024
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    Love love love the final flowers look - stunning Smiley smile

    Finally got the business going after a couple of teething problems! Everything is streamlined now so we are good to go Smiley smile

    Cant wait to see your final wedding pics! xxx

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