The Dress

Elegant, sophisticated and timeless! I felt absolutely radiant in this dress and had many people ask me if it had been custom made. The fabric is a combination of illusion tulle and two layers of silky-soft satin. It's finished with crystal lace appliqués adorning the bodice, skirt and bateau neckline, along with illusion lace cap-sleeves, illusion back and crystal buttons over a zipper closure. The coloring is gorgeous with the satin and tulle in a pearl white and the embroidery in a mix of gold, pewter and pearl, giving it a glow that is reminiscent of moonlight and shimmering dew drops. Ribbons inside the bottom back of the skirt provide a hidden bustle and the cap sleeves can be discreetly held in place with invisible apparel/body tape. There are two tiny flaws: a one-inch section of loose thread inside a seam of the satin lining in the bodice, and a small stain on the very back bottom edge of the train on the satin lining which cannot be seen while covered by the beaded tulle; other than that the dress is in excellent condition. I can provide pictures upon request. It was professionally cleaned one year ago and has been hung in a protective bag since then. I also have the original sales receipt. I had the dress altered slightly to fit my measurements which is explained further below.

Alterations

*The body measurements shown in the listing are the actual measurements taken from my body when I was fitted for the dress.* (My current body size at 34-29-39 does not comfortably fit into the top of the dress anymore.) I had it taken in slightly through the bodice to accommodate the measurements I have listed. If your measurements match those I have listed the dress should fit. Also, my bust at 32 was a bit too small for the size of the shaped bust area in the dress so I wore a silicone stick-on bra to fill the cups nicely but avoid being seen in the back.