Monthly Archives: September 2018

Stabilizing Straps and Paper Hems

Posted on September 24, 2018 by mrsmole

This Narissa dress is stunning but it falls into the two categories of wedding dresses…nightgown (no boning) and ballgown (tons of boning). A bride should really assess her assets before buying a dress. Determine if her body (full bust) needs support … Continue reading →

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I’ve Got Wings

Posted on September 17, 2018 by mrsmole

Is this what a modern bride wants to wear walking down the aisle? The skirt is Willowby Annalise I wish I was as clever as my friend Anne of https://prttynpnk.com/ who does such funny stories about models on the runway! … Continue reading →

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Lace, Hems and Straps

Posted on September 10, 2018 by mrsmole

This Wtoo Pippin dress is dramatic and very long. We have seen this dress before and know what has to be done to shorten it. Even this tall model needs her dress shortened in front! Besides needing to be shortened … Continue reading →

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Ordering a Gown on Etsy?

Posted on September 3, 2018 by mrsmole

How does one decide who should make her gown? Send your measurements into someone you have never met or heard of who has an Etsy page? I find that so scary and who decides what her/his qualifications are? You can’t … Continue reading →

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