Dress Opinion

[ZoeFL]

I bought this dress at Beverly Hills but somehow I don''t think I look quite right in it? I think the dress bodies seem longer than my torso? Is there a way to fix this? I know this isn''t much of a wedding gown but it''s our 2nd marriage, so we like to keep it simple

Hope to have some input on this. Thanks!

 

[sumbride]

I think you look great in it!

If it doesn''t feel right, it doesn''t feel right, but I can''t see an obvious problem with it at all.

 

[beachbound]

It''s a beautiful dress! If you don''t feel comfortable in it, you might want to try different options. I don''t think it looks longer on your torso at all! It looks like it fits your frame quite nicely!

 

[oshinbreez]

I think it''s a lovely dress and looks like it fits you great. I don''t see a problem.

 

[NYCsparkle]

i think the dress doesn''t look quite right, because it looks like they meshed 2 different dresses. the top is a very different style than the bottom of the dress. it looks good on your figure, but the dress itself is 2 different styles. i love the straps on that dress.

 

[surfgirl]

Why dont you take it to a tailor and see if they can see what you''re talking about if it''s fixable?

 

[cellososweet]

i agree that it looks like two dresses put together. i think a nice way to remedy it is if the lace was the same length or only slightly longer (maybe by an inch?) than the fabric underneath. I think, since the lace hangs down so long, that it looks out of place.

It is such a beautiful dress though! And you''ve got the best body to rock it!

 

[Mandarine]

You deinitely have the body to rock the dress!

I agree with the other posters of the space between the lace and the bottom layer is too big, that may be what makes it look like 2 dresses?

M~

 

[ZoeFL]

Thanks sumbride, beachbound, oshinbreez, NYCsparkle, surfgirl, cellososweet & Mandarine!

I think the problems seem to be that I am not wearing any bra? So I am not getting the support I need? I was thinking perhaps I can shorten the shoulder straps?

Here''s some pictures of the back. Is there a way to get more support for my sadly gravitated set?

 

[ZoeFL]

Closer look....

 

[ZoeFL]

The back.....no proper support

 

[sumbride]

You can definitely shorten those straps, but with a bare back like that, you almost have to just get a stick-on bra. There are tons of recs on this board and lots of places to buy them.

 

[Mandarine]

Another vote for the stick bras!

That is a very sexy back!!....you will be one sexy bride!!

Where are you guys getting married? I see this dress more for an outside wedding, but I don''t remember where you guys are getting married?

M~

 

[TravelingGal]

You have a great figure! I dunno...don''t hate me, but I am not loving this dress on you. There''s just too much going on with it IMHO. The sparkly detail on the neckline, the lace, the double layers, the backtie. Not my style, but if it is yours, sorry I opened my big mouth!

 

[mercoledi]

I think it''s pretty and the fit is great, but it has A LOT going on. I think it might look more cohesive if 1. the lining was dropped/extended to that scalloped edge of the lace overlay. I love lace as much as the next girl, but it makes a sharp transition just above your knee and pulls the eye down instead of up. 2. I would remove the big sparkly rhinestone piece at the top. The rhinestones scream dim ballroom, romantic lighting while the rest of the dress cries out for the beach or an elegant garden.

Where is your wedding? Maybe that can aid your decision?

 

[ZoeFL]

Thanks sumbride & Mandarine, I did try the fabric stick bras but it only pull the boobs closer together but it does not uplift the boobs

that's what I need.....

TravelingGal & mercoledi...you gals are right...I was thinking that it's a lot going on for this dress when we spotted it on the display window...but my FI loves it when I tried it on..... We did want to remove the rhinestones(they are actually just beading) but my mum said that it will spoilt the whole look..and the neckline would be extremely low cut...

Well, this is the dress I am getting for the Singapore reception and we want everything to be simple... with good food & good time!

I didn't fuss much at all!

In fact I leave most of the planning to the hotel

Here's the ballroom picture where we will dine

 

[ZoeFL]

This is the roof garden where the ceremony starts....

 

[ZoeFL]

This is the music room in the hotel pub, just for our friends, drinks & dance..... that''s after the dinner reception.

But I would change an outfit then...not this dress.

 

[VRBeauty]

I think the only real "lift the girls" option would be a longline bra with a low-cut back. Not sure if that really exists or not...

I'm also fining the two inches of lace at the knee a bit distracting. Would it be possible to shorten the lower tier of lace, from the top, so it just extends below the underskirt? That might visually change the balance between the top and the bottom in a good way too. You could just pin it up to experiment...

It's hard to tell from just pictures, but I'm thinking the tulle tie in the back might be a bit busy. If the back tie is necessary to keep the bodice in place, you might consider replacing the tulle with something simpler... maybe even a string of beads, like those on the front of the dress, that's sewn in place on one side and fastens on the other side with a hidden hook-and-eye closure. Or a strip of satin-covered elastic, which could help if you have any support issues.

Good luck!

 

[larussel03]

I like the dress! Very cute!

On the bra thing -- Victorias Secret makes the "100 ways" bra now -- it may work for you, I'd go to the store and see what they think, there may be some contortion of the bra that they came up with that will work with your dress, especially if it comes with clear straps (I'm not sure, I tried it on once and it was pretty cool though). Or maybe have a seamstress add a strip of fabric where the bra back would be (this is a very "ehhhh" option to me though, I think it wouldnt look right)

Or the stick on...the only thing is it may be a bit of a killjoy that evening after the wedding since you have to pull it off then get all the glue off you, but I may be going the same route.

 

[neatfreak]

It fits your body overall pretty well, BUT it''s a bit too sexy for a wedding IMO. I know FI loves you in it, but are there a lot of older folks who will be at the wedding who might be mortified with such a sexy dress? Not that you have to pick a dress based on them, but just something to consider.

I think you could find something that would be more flattering to your chest too. If you''re worried about support and sagging, I don''t know if stick on bras will cut the mustard.

BUT if you decide you want to wear it, at least you have a body to pull it off!

 

[ladyciel]

Your location looks gorgeous! I have to agree that there is something not quite right with the dress. I keep trying to put my finger on it, and I agree with the comments about the distracting lace and beading. However, I don''t think it comes down to any one thing that could be fixed. I suspect your FI likes it because of the sexy neckline (forgive me if you think I''m wrong, I''m just guessing here), and not necessarily because it has fantastic merit as a wedding dress. It doesn''t seem to me like you''re in love with it, and that is probably the biggest indicator of all.

My suggestion is you keep looking. Check out the "destination" lines offered by many bridal designers - they tend to have more short, less elaborate, fun not stuffy gowns available.

 

[Joy80]

What a beautiful dress I think you can definitely pull it off without a bra

grrrr I can''t, but I think you would feel more confident in it if you had your shoes on. I would try that before going all crazy bra shopping or alter your gorgeous dress

 

[So_happy]

Date: 6/16/2007 11:04:18 AM
Author: ladyciel
Your location looks gorgeous! I have to agree that there is something not quite right with the dress. I keep trying to put my finger on it, and I agree with the comments about the distracting lace and beading. However, I don''t think it comes down to any one thing that could be fixed. I suspect your FI likes it because of the sexy neckline (forgive me if you think I''m wrong, I''m just guessing here), and not necessarily because it has fantastic merit as a wedding dress. It doesn''t seem to me like you''re in love with it, and that is probably the biggest indicator of all.

My suggestion is you keep looking. Check out the ''destination'' lines offered by many bridal designers - they tend to have more short, less elaborate, fun not stuffy gowns available.

I completely 100% agree with all of what Ladyciel has written. That dress is really quite sexy and mostly because you have a fabulous figure. It''s almost as if the dress dosen''t deserve your body!!

 

[HappyAnniversary]

From neatfreak:


... but are there a lot of older folks who will be at the wedding who might be mortified with such a sexy dress?


Ok, that's me! I was mortified by the picture--I thought it was your slip initially. I think with your gorgeous body, there has got to be a dress that whispers bride and sensuality instead of shouts.
P.S. I was born modest, and my DD and I have these discussions frequently.

Feel free to ignore me, DD sure does!

 

[Tacori E-ring]

I don''t love it. Your venue looks beautiful and classy. I think a long gown with more simple details would be better.

 

[poptart]

I think it is a neat dress, and you''ve got the body to wear it! But something about the dress itself is a little off for me. The aforementioned "sexiness" of it doesn''t really seem to be it though. I think it is that the dress does look like two different things put together. You don''t seem to be 100 percent sure about it either. I agree with whoever said try it on with heels. I have had many a dress that I looked at without shoes and thought it looked wretched, but once I had the heels on I loved it.

*M*

 

[Fancy605]

You could always try a long line bra. A lot of times they are cut very low in the back, so it might work with the dress.

I think that dress is hot! I mean WAY hot! But, I also sort of feel like it doesn't quite match the venue. The dress is sexy and rock star, and the venue is regal. Then again, what sort of decorations are you using. That venue could dress up differently to match the dress I suppose.

You could always get a different dress for the wedding itself and use this dress as your "get away dress" to wear to wherever it is that your first night as Mr. and Mrs. will be. (get away dresses are definately on my mind)

ETA: I just noticed your idea of shortening the straps for support. I am not sure that it would help much. They are such delicate straps!

 

[E B]

I have to admit, just looking at the picture (and not reading the text, which I have a bad habit of doing!) I thought you were posting a picture of your rehearsal dinner dress.

I just don't love it for that venue. A small garden party outside for 10, maybe.

If you want to go less formal (but still 'sexy'), what about something like this?

J Crew "Caroline"

 

[starryeyed]

You know what''s wrong with this dress ZoeFL? The length is AT THE KNEE.

This is the most unflattering length in creation, on even the best bodies, including yours. Dresses need to ABOVE the knee or BELOW the knee, but never AT the knee, unless you are trying to look frumpy. You have great calves and this dress does nothing for them.

That said, I don''t think I''d wear this dress length to the venue you''ve selected. If you could lengthen the dress to a tea length or full length, I think it would be classier.