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Amy
Dedicated November 2020

i hate my altered dress. Help.

Amy, on July 24, 2020 at 7:46 PM

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I bought the gown at a budget Bridal and was thrilled that I would be scoring a gorgeous gown for half the price. The dress was too big and had to be clipped back at first, so I assumed taking it to alterations would just fix the issue. My A-Line gown gave me a lovely silhouette at first with the...
I bought the gown at a budget Bridal and was thrilled that I would be scoring a gorgeous gown for half the price. The dress was too big and had to be clipped back at first, so I assumed taking it to alterations would just fix the issue. My A-Line gown gave me a lovely silhouette at first with the clips, but then when it was altered, my natural waist is SO cinched in I feel like I bubble out below it. It makes me feel like my stomach is way rounder than it actually is.



Everyone else says “I love it, it gives you great shape”. But it’s not the shape I want. I’m including a silly little drawing to compare what I’m talking about. Has anyone else had an “oh crap” moment with their dress as well? The wedding is three months away and i’ve had so many ups and downs with this dress that I’m seriously considering scrapping it all and searching for a new one.
I want to feel beautiful in this dress. And right now I don’t feel beautiful at all. cfb_1412637.jpgcfb_1412639.jpg


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  • Emily
    Expert September 2020
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    I wondered if a slip underneath might help (to extend the line out from your hip) so that it's a smooth line out from your waist vs what seems like a "bump".


    Ideally, let that thing breath a bit if there's wiggle room. I intentionally did a corset and I'm flipping glad. I've gained the covid 15 and a zip up would not be happening right now. 🤣
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  • Amy
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    What do you mean by slip? I’ve already got shapewear on underneath it. And did you have the back changed to a corset? I just love the buttons so much 😭
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  • Danielle
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    You look beautiful but you have to feel beautiful and comfortable. Perhaps a sparkly belt may help too. I always feel like a princess with sparkles. I haven't don the alterations on my dress yet. I am nervous too. The wedding is less than 3 months away.

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  • Amy
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    I do have a belt, I will definitely try that on when I get the dress back. What day is your wedding? Mine is November 3!
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  • Erin
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    I ended up hating mine so much I went out and bought a new one and I have zero regrets!
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  • Amy
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    I’m considering that...but I have less than 3 months 😬
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  • Erin
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    Girl! I only had 27 days! You can totally do it!
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    Savvy September 2020
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    Oh wow I hope that you’ll find the perfect dress!!! Sometimes spending a little extra won’t hurt 😀
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  • Danielle
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    Nov 14 2020

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  • Emily
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    Like a petticoat where it helps it "fluff up" more to emphasize the A line shape, sorry slip is probably not the best word.
    I had a zip dress and had them put in a corset because I was worried about having to maintain my weight very strictly. Just an option to keep open for you (that allows for a lot of flexibility in the space). Good luck!

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  • Amy
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    Hey everyone! Thought I would post an update! I faced the reality I really wasn’t happy. I decided to try on dresses again in hopes I hated them all and came crawling back to my current. But one day I was scrolling through Instagram and this gown popped up that made me GASP. It had everything I ever wanted. I called and found a store that had it and IM IN LOVE YALL! I finally had my emotional THIS IS IT reaction. AND they can get it in time. I had to spend way too much extra money but IM ECSTATIC! I feel so beautiful!!



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  • Jessica
    Master September 2020
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    Beautiful! Glad you found something you love!
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  • Pirate & 60s Bride
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    Wow! Fairytale gorgeous. ❤️
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  • Amy
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    🥰🥰🥰 thank you!!!
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