The Dress

Dress Details:

Allure Bridal Gown Style 9652 has an exaggerated ruffle that edges this sleeveless ballgown's full skirt, adding volume and texture to this wedding dress. Lace sparkles subtle all through the dress

I went in for a Rachel from friends off the shoulder dress and came out of the store unable to stop thinking about how complimentary this made my flabby arms look (lol). The fit was amazingly flattering for a bigger girl with hips, and a stomach, it hid all the parts I didn't want to see in my wedding photos and made me feel amazing, it was very swishy and during the reception able to be easily bustled up for our first dance. My husband has not stopped commenting on how beautiful I looked in this dress and is trying to convince me not to sell it (haha). I recommend trying it on at your nearest store as it looks so gorgeous in person. The V neck is 'sheer' is makes you feel

Fabric: Regular lining, English Net, Appliques

Buttons and Clusters down back of the train.

Color is Ivory

Excellent condition

Stored well, smoke/pet-free home.

The dress has been dry cleaned, it also dry cleans very well.

It was made new, and only worn for the ceremony and post ceremony photos as I changed into a party dress for the reception. So, it was used for a maximum of 3 hours.

Alterations

Alterations made from dressmaker Karen Berrington were as follows (Original list can be provided):

- Thin lace added behind the neckline (it was a bit scratchy beforehand)
- Hem pinned to suit height with heels
- Bustle added
- side pinned
- Neckline was reset as dress was made for a person with a long torso
- Cups removed and corrected as it originally came with Madonna b**bs that sat on my collarbone and provided no support (now it provides support)