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Wedding dress #3: Open-back, v-neck, slight mermaid dress with train



Pattern: Butterick 5779

Fabric: Scalloped sequins on mesh


For this wedding dress, I found a heavily discounted clearance fabric at JoAnn's and bought 5 yards. The heaviness of the sequins on this fabric inspired my choice in style of dress to sew. This pattern needed lots of modification in the back and shoulder strap area in order to get it to fit properly. THe sewing required is fairly simple and straightforwards, so I was able to complete this dress in two days (not including the mock-up dress that I did in one day beforehand).


Fabric:

  • sequined scalloped fabric overlay

  • charmeuse under layer

  • stretch knit lining

Changes:

  • opened back, then raised lower back and changed back angle

  • cut front pieces into top and bottom

  • shortened back behind armpit

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