The Art of Alterations
When I first saw this dress, the only thing it had going for it was the print.The hemline was about four inches longer and the snap at the end of the neckline was two inches higher. It looked matronly and lost a lot of its appeal when it was off the hanger.
But there was potential. It’s like walking into your dream home, but it’s not quite your dream home yet. The location is perfect, it has good bones, but it is missing the pizzazz that a little remodeling can fix.
So, I rehabbed the dress. I asked the seamstress if she could make the alterations I envisioned in my mind (sometimes I have these grand ideas but because of the way the item is structured it can’t always be done. I always listen to them, they are the expert, after all). I felt longer sleeves warranted a shorter hemline and the lower v neckline could allow for a statement necklace.
A few days later and my pocketbook none the lighter (thanks to Nordstrom’s free alterations) I had the perfect wedding guest dress- tailored just for me!
Dress {Nordstrom’s house brand}, Shoes {Nine West}, Clutch {UGG}
Brilliant! Hot, beautiful, original, and completely versatile. Love those colors on you too! Ok do me next!!
Thoughtful, creative, gorgeous, and fun :). We will find a dress like this for you!
The accessories you chose are perfect for the dress. The snakeskin purse and leather shoes is genius!
Thanks! The snakeskin clutch is surprisingly versatile.