The Dress

New Zealand Designer, Rue de Seine - Avril Gown with Ivory Slip Size 10-12

The Avril Gown is inspired by brave, bold, daring women. It has an all over dramatic Cornelli Lace, with placements designed to flatter the figure from all angles. Cut out details on the train and sleeves, low back, full skirt and train.

As soon as I saw this dress I fell in love with it! This dress normally comes with a nude slip but I ordered the Ivory because I think it looks so much better in photos and in person. I had a few alterations done to the dress because I wanted it to fit perfectly. I recommend taking the dress to Sew Special Sydney as they are familiar with the alterations and are more than happy to help make this dress yours! I have kept all the excess lace to help with any of your alterations if needed.

Alterations

I had this dress altered by the wonderful team at Sew Special Sydney. They were recommended by The Bridal Atelier, where I purchased the dress from and are very familiar with this dress.

Here is a detailed list of all the alterations I had on this dress:
- Hem taken up (I have kept all the excess lace that was taken off so this can be adjusted if needed)
- Three buttons put in so that the train can be draped and secured beautifully for dancing
- Sleeves shortened
- Waist taken in

The team at Sew Special Sydney have assured me that all these alterations can be adjusted if needed for the next bride.

Feel free to ask me any questions.