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Beginner June 2013

Lace that scratches... ouch!

laura02010, 3 of May of 2013 at 12:47 Posted on Planning 0 11
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Hi ladies,

I tried on my dress last night and I fell in love with it all over again but ouch.... the lace scratches/ rubs against my skin! This was only after a few minutes so god only know what it will feel like after wearing it all day.

It's a Justin Alexander dress (8530) and I've had all the alterations done - here's a pic I found online (it rubs all around the arms)

Any tips to stop it hurting so much

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Latest activity by Icklefee, 27 of May of 2013 at 19:19
  • Skeptical78
    Beginner September 2013
    Skeptical78 ·
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    Beautiful dress- the top / back is very similar to mine...now I'm worried mine will be scratchy! Didn't even think about it at the time- can't remember if it scratched or not!

    Advice doubly welcomed.

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  • ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown
    Beginner January 2012
    ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown ·
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    Is it synthetic lace? I assume so (silk lace is much softer). I suspect washing it is out of the question. I also suspect that having it lined is a no-no. I've just read that you can rub fabric softener sheets over the lace, to try to soften it a bit.

    But it might be a "grin and bear it" thing.

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  • L
    Beginner June 2013
    laura02010 ·
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    Ahhh, thanks ladies! I hadn't noticed it rubbing before when I'd tried it on!

    Will definitely look into the gliders Smiley smile!

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  • ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown
    Beginner January 2012
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    RR - so do you think you are allergic to a chemical or something in the lace then?

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  • MrsA2B2014
    Beginner September 2014
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    Beautiful dress but the rough lace is the reason I went for another one over it. I hope it's not too bad on the day and definitely recommend Body Glide!

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  • L
    Beginner June 2013
    laura02010 ·
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    Ladies,

    I wrote this post a while back but just wanted to give you a little update in case you're having similar problems.

    I saw my dress maker on Saturday and she is sewing chiffon into the offending scratchy areas!!! If feels super soft and is only costing £25!

    feeling relieved!

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  • R
    Beginner June 2012
    Randomsabreur ·
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    Have to admit that the one criterion I had when trying wedding dresses on was absolutely no beading under the arms after a similar experience with my first evening dress.

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  • Icklefee
    Super May 2014
    Icklefee ·
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    Having had similar experiences my dress has absolutely no embellishments whatsoever! Sequins, beads, lace... they all make me itch. Such a sensitive soul I am!

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