The Dress

FOREST BY MODECA

WHY I LOVE THIS DRESS
When trying this dress on in a bridal shop I fell in love with the feeling of wearing it. I had wanted to buy a pre-loved dress, but after much searching I could not source this dress pre-loved and in my size.

The detail in this dress is stunning. Every time I look at it I see something different. I adore the illusion neckline and button detail down the back; so sophisticated. The tulle skirt is full of romance and the flowers and leaves embroidered throughout reflect my love of nature. The beading and glitter add some classy sparkle and something different. I would be so delighted if this exquisite dress could help a bride look and feel wonderfully her on her wedding day!

MOVEMENT OF THE DRESS
Modeca have published a video of this dress which is available on YouTube.

PURCHASING INFORMATION
Purchased new from a leading bridal boutique for GBP1,650.

SIZING AND TAILORING
Dress ordered and made to UK size 16. Then professionally tailored to fit (UK size 14), with waistline brought in, bra cups (size DD) added, and bustle added to train.

CLEANING
The dress has been examined by a bridal gown cleaning specialist. Dry cleaning is permitted on the care label (any solvent except PCE) however the specialist advised that there is a chance that dry cleaning could remove the adhesive for the glitter. For the time being the dress has been professionally spot cleaned (receipt photographed). For further information about care instructions please see care label (photographed).

CONDITION
Worn once for our wedding day with outdoor wedding reception.
Following the professional spot clean there are some faint stains on the train, mainly on the underside of the fabric and at the bottom. If desired, this could be dry cleaned (see care label photographed), or, as I am 5 foot 8 with heels and chose to have a long train, the length of the train could be shortened.

There is a small tear in the ‘invisible’ fabric below the underarm. There is a tear in the top layer of tulle at the very bottom of the train- if the train was being shortened this would be removed. I have photos of both- please contact me if you’d like to see. Price has been adjusted to reflect the above and open to offers.

I would be thrilled for this beautiful dress to be worn by a bride on her wedding day and for her to absolutely love wearing it!

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS
Credit to Jo Hughes, Captive Photography.

Alterations

Dress ordered and made to UK size 16. Then professionally tailored to fit (UK size 14), with waistline brought in, bra cups (size DD) added, and bustle added to train.