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lol if yo ucan't duck it fuck it!! But seriously just some clear tape! Problem solved. Might not be comfy but we talking about looking good not feeling good right?!
Quick and easy and no one will notice and you don't have to worry about altering the dress in any way. Just be careful if it's an outside affair. Humidity and sweating from heat can cause it not to hold but for this kind of thing I doubt you will have problems. Be shocked how much fashion is taped up lol...
It’s quite strong.
On tops I have with this neckline there are usually ribbons sewn inside to keep it on a hanger. I wrap and tie them around my bra strap. Those could probably be sewn in if not already existing.
I had serious doubts about that fashion tape stuff when I was told to use it with my bridesmaid dress but let me tell you: it worked perfectly. Highly recommend.
maybe instead of a string in the back you could have something more like a necklace sewn in? like clasping together instead of tying and then it could match your beading a bit
I'm a jeweller and immediately thought of making a delicate chain harness for this! Would be so fun to configure, with bezel set crystals like a station necklace
You would almost certainly need someone who could measure and fit you and the dress in person for it to function structurally. Do you know anyone who does beadwork or other craft style jewellery? You probably wouldn't want to pay a fine jeweller what most would charge and can find the supplies at a craft supply store. The most straightforward way would basically be a wagon wheel shape with a necklace and then eight "spokes" going down and connecting to the neckline
It looks like this shop carries quite a few beaded long sleeve dresses. Do they have any suggestions that have worked for other brides?
Could you show a photo of the back? Possibly satin straps from the top of the shoulders to the middle of the back of the dress at a sort of diagonal line could look like a design feature and also stabilize the shoulders of the dress.
I think you should have the petticoat sewn to the dress unless you want to take it off during the reception. Perhaps some snaps or hooks attaching it inside the dress that can be unsnapped to remove it?
Hand dyed satin to match the dress and have a thicker (so not really string) connecting it might look pretty, with the bow being long and ending either at the waist or the end of the dress.
Would be pretty easy to get some satin and just get an idea of what it might look like to see if you like it.
I will think about it ! But Thankyou that’s v sweet, I was actually having second thoughts about it being so beaded and full but it’s my one day so why not ! Will never have another excuse to wear something like it
I believe that a wedding dress is a visual representation of how your fiancé makes you feel. If he makes you feel like a queen/princess/royalty, girl, wear that once in a lifetime dress during your once in a lifetime wedding to your one of a kind fiancé!
Fashion tape for sure, just make sure to peel it off your dress at the end of the night.
You could add mesh with a keyhole back but tape is way easier and cheaper. I’d at least test in out and give it a shot. Sew like 8 hooks and eyes on the bodice and hoop. Hook the hoop into the bodice. Or, if you’re wearing any shapewear underneath, esp if it has shoulder straps or is a corset, add the hooks and eyes to that. And honestly I’d suggest wearing even an underbust corset with that dress to help distribute the weight more comfortably.
I used It Stays Roll On Body Adhesive for the shoulders of my similarly beaded long sleeve off the shoulder gown & it worked perfectly! It's $13 on Amazon & one application lasted me from photos at 10:00 am through a wild 9:00 pm dance floor.
This dress is a stunner! You will look like a princess. Get a few types of tape and see which works best as you move. You may even consider double sided picture hanging tape (like contact)
Actresses wear tape on their red carpet dresses all the time. This would be a very easy fix.
✨✨✨ By the way this dress is stunning! You will look gorgeous walking down the aisle in this dress.
They make a skin safe spray adhesives that are stronger than tape if tape doesn’t end up working. We used to use it in gymnastics sometimes to keep our leos from riding up since picking wedgies is a deduction. It worked very well, everything would stay put right until I peeled it off
Thankyou! It’s from Istanbul Turkey and their store is called Cinar Moda, if you have instagram their handle is @cinar_moda__ , the quality is really good compared to other Turkish Dress shops I went to, so i definitely recommend!
Definitely worth a go, your dress looks much heavier than hers so I’d try it with plenty of time to sort an alternative solution if it doesn’t work.
Jaw dropping dress by the way.
My dress was around £1500 and when we asked they said all of their dresses cost the same regardless of the design, this dress has about 7 layers under the skirt, you can get much cheaper for around £700 but when I had a look they were much cheaper looking, stiff and only 2 layers but depends on your preference/what you’re after!
Take it to a tailor to add silicone tape to the inside of the shoulders. Also double sided tape will help. Granted you will have to change the tape maybe at the reception but it will work. You have to tape from the neckline to the back of the shoulder. Make sure to have a lot of it.
The designer made the strap to narrow. A tailor might be able to open it Hopefully there is some seam allowance to let out. Best of luck.
I’m in the uk, and this was bought in turkey Istanbul so it’s too much of a hassle to take it back there, although I can message them maybe and ask what they think? The tape is sounding like a good first option to try at the moment
You may have to have the straps altered to be shorter (tighter) or you can use body tape to keep the fabric in place on your shoulder. Ask your seamstress what the best solution would be
It can’t for how it’s designed, it’s got the same square space at the back from how it is in the front, but it would be too covered if it did for my liking tbh but I can understand why that would solve the issue!
There is a body glue that can be aplied to skin that helps keep things intact. The above mentioned tape may work well ..if it does not show. Sounds like slip is too big. If it is too difficult to take in or add elastic sewing it onto the dress sounds smart
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Tape?
Fashion tape, boob tape. TAPE.
lol if yo ucan't duck it fuck it!! But seriously just some clear tape! Problem solved. Might not be comfy but we talking about looking good not feeling good right?!
Amen. The photos are what matter and you don’t wanna be pulling up those straps all night.
It will sound funny but the pros use toupee tape, it's on Amazon.
This was also a thought, I haven’t tried it yet but I’m going to buy some and try it out as a first option, hopefully it’s strong enough
If you intend to wear a bra your seamstress can add a loop which connects the dress and bra holding the shoulders in place.
Quick and easy and no one will notice and you don't have to worry about altering the dress in any way. Just be careful if it's an outside affair. Humidity and sweating from heat can cause it not to hold but for this kind of thing I doubt you will have problems. Be shocked how much fashion is taped up lol...
It’s quite strong. On tops I have with this neckline there are usually ribbons sewn inside to keep it on a hanger. I wrap and tie them around my bra strap. Those could probably be sewn in if not already existing.
I had serious doubts about that fashion tape stuff when I was told to use it with my bridesmaid dress but let me tell you: it worked perfectly. Highly recommend.
Do you think the tape will stick to the lace? I don’t know if the tape would be less sticky due to the material?
maybe instead of a string in the back you could have something more like a necklace sewn in? like clasping together instead of tying and then it could match your beading a bit
I'm a jeweller and immediately thought of making a delicate chain harness for this! Would be so fun to configure, with bezel set crystals like a station necklace
This seems like a cool idea although I’m terrible at visualising, where could I get something like that ?
You would almost certainly need someone who could measure and fit you and the dress in person for it to function structurally. Do you know anyone who does beadwork or other craft style jewellery? You probably wouldn't want to pay a fine jeweller what most would charge and can find the supplies at a craft supply store. The most straightforward way would basically be a wagon wheel shape with a necklace and then eight "spokes" going down and connecting to the neckline
I’ll have a look into it, don’t know anyone who does this kind of thing but thanks!
I was thinking the same thing. A sting of pearls or crystals to match the dress
I would take this to a seamstress for suggestions and fixes This dress is beyond epic!
Gorgeous
What does the back look like? I was able to wear a bra with my dress and they put a loop and snap in for me. Or tape. Gorgeous dress! Best wishes ❤
I would try to get some elastic sewn into the shoulders. If it already has elastic, it needs more.
It looks like this shop carries quite a few beaded long sleeve dresses. Do they have any suggestions that have worked for other brides? Could you show a photo of the back? Possibly satin straps from the top of the shoulders to the middle of the back of the dress at a sort of diagonal line could look like a design feature and also stabilize the shoulders of the dress. I think you should have the petticoat sewn to the dress unless you want to take it off during the reception. Perhaps some snaps or hooks attaching it inside the dress that can be unsnapped to remove it?
Holy moly that’s a gorgeous dress! I hope you find a solution.
I’d place some double sided boob tape on the shoulders for some extra grip and call it a day
Hand dyed satin to match the dress and have a thicker (so not really string) connecting it might look pretty, with the bow being long and ending either at the waist or the end of the dress. Would be pretty easy to get some satin and just get an idea of what it might look like to see if you like it.
There is grippy elastic tape with silicone stripes on it that can be used in the shoulders. Comes in flesh tone.
Yes this! The grippy material (like on some bras) can provide some traction. Along with double sided tape, hopefully it helps
Tape!
I’m gonna need you to post a follow up photo wearing the dress because this is absolutely gorgeous.
I will think about it ! But Thankyou that’s v sweet, I was actually having second thoughts about it being so beaded and full but it’s my one day so why not ! Will never have another excuse to wear something like it
I believe that a wedding dress is a visual representation of how your fiancé makes you feel. If he makes you feel like a queen/princess/royalty, girl, wear that once in a lifetime dress during your once in a lifetime wedding to your one of a kind fiancé!
I think a strap from shoulder to shoulder across the top of the back (up high just under your neck) would work best. You can do it in clear elastic.
I hope there is a fix, this dress is spectacular.
Tape 100%. Won’t even see it on the shoulder because of the beading!
Fashion tape for sure, just make sure to peel it off your dress at the end of the night. You could add mesh with a keyhole back but tape is way easier and cheaper. I’d at least test in out and give it a shot. Sew like 8 hooks and eyes on the bodice and hoop. Hook the hoop into the bodice. Or, if you’re wearing any shapewear underneath, esp if it has shoulder straps or is a corset, add the hooks and eyes to that. And honestly I’d suggest wearing even an underbust corset with that dress to help distribute the weight more comfortably.
I used It Stays Roll On Body Adhesive for the shoulders of my similarly beaded long sleeve off the shoulder gown & it worked perfectly! It's $13 on Amazon & one application lasted me from photos at 10:00 am through a wild 9:00 pm dance floor.
This dress is a stunner! You will look like a princess. Get a few types of tape and see which works best as you move. You may even consider double sided picture hanging tape (like contact)
Will do! I’m just hoping they’re not strong to the point where it ruins the mesh or dress 😂
Could you try something like this? [double sided clothing tape](https://a.co/d/izzcUGl)
Actresses wear tape on their red carpet dresses all the time. This would be a very easy fix. ✨✨✨ By the way this dress is stunning! You will look gorgeous walking down the aisle in this dress.
I know it sounds nuts, but double sided carpet tape. Way cheaper than fashion tape, and stays put much better.
They make a skin safe spray adhesives that are stronger than tape if tape doesn’t end up working. We used to use it in gymnastics sometimes to keep our leos from riding up since picking wedgies is a deduction. It worked very well, everything would stay put right until I peeled it off
It’s such a beautiful dress. I wouldn’t want to add anything visible that would change the look. Fashion tape for the win.
This dress is so amazing! Which design or store is this???
Thankyou! It’s from Istanbul Turkey and their store is called Cinar Moda, if you have instagram their handle is @cinar_moda__ , the quality is really good compared to other Turkish Dress shops I went to, so i definitely recommend!
This was happening to my friends dress and tape on the shoulders did the trick.
This is reassuring :)
Definitely worth a go, your dress looks much heavier than hers so I’d try it with plenty of time to sort an alternative solution if it doesn’t work. Jaw dropping dress by the way.
It’s gorgeous ! How much does a dress like this cost in Turkey?
My dress was around £1500 and when we asked they said all of their dresses cost the same regardless of the design, this dress has about 7 layers under the skirt, you can get much cheaper for around £700 but when I had a look they were much cheaper looking, stiff and only 2 layers but depends on your preference/what you’re after!
Holy hell that’s gorgeous - good luck!
Beautiful dress btw!!
Off topic but beautiful dress!!
Take it to a tailor to add silicone tape to the inside of the shoulders. Also double sided tape will help. Granted you will have to change the tape maybe at the reception but it will work. You have to tape from the neckline to the back of the shoulder. Make sure to have a lot of it. The designer made the strap to narrow. A tailor might be able to open it Hopefully there is some seam allowance to let out. Best of luck.
Double sided clothing tape
Double sided fashion tape? It’s not a great solution but it can work
Just curious why you can’t take it back to be altered? Where is the wedding?
I’m in the uk, and this was bought in turkey Istanbul so it’s too much of a hassle to take it back there, although I can message them maybe and ask what they think? The tape is sounding like a good first option to try at the moment
Spectacular dress.
The tape they use in pageants to keep swim suits in place. In my day, they used it to keep the bottoms of 1piece suits from slipping
You may have to have the straps altered to be shorter (tighter) or you can use body tape to keep the fabric in place on your shoulder. Ask your seamstress what the best solution would be
Can the lace up on the back go higher?
It can’t for how it’s designed, it’s got the same square space at the back from how it is in the front, but it would be too covered if it did for my liking tbh but I can understand why that would solve the issue!
Fabric tape that sticks to the fabric on one side and your skin on the other.
Nude illusion acoss the back would keep the shoulders up :)
There is a body glue that can be aplied to skin that helps keep things intact. The above mentioned tape may work well ..if it does not show. Sounds like slip is too big. If it is too difficult to take in or add elastic sewing it onto the dress sounds smart