My daughter wanted a vintage look with a contemporary vibe to it. So I used Vintage Vogue 1172 altered to a slightly more modern silhouette. The back was dropped, and the shoulders narrowed. The length was shortened.
Gold dupioni silk, vintage Rhinestone and beaded trim, belting and vintage self covered belt buckle.
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Jul 2, 2013, 02.50 PMby Nancy Gallagher
Thanks everyone, it was a fun project. As for the belt making, there are lots of great tutorials out there if you google it. I actually bought the hardware at a garage sale a few years ago. It was one of those lucky finds.
Jul 1, 2013, 08.04 PMby Virginia's Daughter
Your daughter has really good taste. She looks fabulous in this dress. Nice work!
Jun 30, 2013, 08.44 PMby rita61
The dress is great! Enjoy your grad!
Jun 30, 2013, 05.44 PMby alicewang
Beautiful dress! you look lovely in it!
Jun 30, 2013, 04.46 PMby rosekyky
The matching belt is gorgeous. Did you use a belting kit? I love the different buckle you used and would appreciate any pointers on making something similar.
Jun 30, 2013, 01.10 PMby ronnielee
Your dress is gorgeous! Hope you had a great prom night?
Jun 30, 2013, 10.03 AMby blueartisan
Very pretty!
Jun 30, 2013, 09.54 AMby bjr99
Fabulous dress. You did a super job and looked beautiful. Hope you had a good time!
Jun 30, 2013, 08.38 AMby Mary Athey
stunning dress, its gorgeous on and the fabrics fabulous. well done x
Jun 30, 2013, 08.29 AMby JolJol
What a gorgeous dress,perfect for he Prom.