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This Anne Barge Cloister wedding dress Blue Willow Bride is Brand New! The Cloister gown is from the Anne Barge Blue Willow Bride Collection and has it’s Blue Willow Bride hang tag attached. The strapless bodice has bands of gorgeous corded lace. The elegant full skirt is made from beautiful, pleated mikado fabric. The ball gown wedding dress silhouette with a chapel train will flatter so many body types and will make you feel like a beautiful bride! The skirt also features pockets to hold your favorite lipstick and tissues. What a great thing to have! This Anne Barge Blue Willow Bride gown is perfect for any season and any type of wedding venue!
Original Retail Price: $1,970.00
Fabric: Lace and Mikado
Color: Pearl (Looks Diamond White)
Actual Gown Measurements:
Bridal Size: 8 (fits like a daywear size 8)
Bust: 36″ (*please note, this is not the same as your bra size)
Waist: 28″
Hips: n/a (full skirt)
Hollow to Hem: 60″
*Always compare your measurements to the measurements above, since bridal gowns usually run 1-2 sizes smaller than daywear.
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| Weight | 10 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 23.620 × 15.620 × 13.620 in |
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| Detailing | Lace, Train |
| Look | Ballroom Wedding, Country Club, Designer, Elegant, Garden Wedding, Glamorous, Outdoor Wedding, Romantic, Traditional |
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I want to thank both Angela and Kimberly from the bottom of my heart for being so wonderful. Even though I was based overseas in Asia, Angela was with me every step of the way through email from my very first inquiry, to eventually purchasing the dress. She was patient, reassuring and helpful as she […]
All of our gowns are 100% Authentic and in New condition (unless otherwise stated). None of our gowns have been worn to an actual wedding/event. Most dresses have never been tried on or have been tried on only a few times.
We hope that our wedding dress alteration tips are helpful. Please feel free to contact us anytime with additional questions. We will be happy to help!
Absolutely! Don’t limit yourself in choice by just looking at gowns in your size. Also, make sure to never go by the gown’s size tag, since bridal gowns usually run at least 1-2 sizes smaller than daywear sizes. Always compare your exact measurements to the measurements listed for each gown. Most gowns can be taken in one to two sizes to fit, occasionally three sizes. In addition, most gowns can be let out up to one size, depending on seam allowances in the gown. Do keep in mind that the original stitching lines may still show on some fabrics (especially satins) when seams are let out. Consult a professional bridal seamstress for custom results.
Ask other current or recent brides for their recommendations. Also, contact local bridal shops and fabric shops specializing in bridal and formal fabrics. These shops often know of bridal seamstresses in the area that specialize in custom bridal work. Another great place to find an experienced bridal seamstress is to join a blog group on the top wedding websites, such as Marthastewartweddings.com, theknot.com, or weddingwire.com. This is a fantastic place to receive honest feedback from brides that have already used a bridal seamstress in your area.
Most seamstresses will want to have your first fitting four to six months before the wedding. Of course, it will not take four months to alter your gown, but there are many gowns that need to be altered in that time frame, and you need to get your gown fitted and in line to be ready for your next fitting. Most of the time, only a first fitting and final fitting are required.
Occasionally, a third fitting will be needed for major changes.
Most brides will need a hem and a custom bustle for the train. The next very common alteration is to take in the bodice at the bust and/or waistline for the best fit. Charges will vary greatly depending on how difficult the alterations are (beads and lace involved, boning in the bodice, layers of skirt and crinoline to hem, etc.) and depending on your geographic location. Expect to pay anywhere from $75 to $500 for your basic alterations and possibly more if you have requested any special style changes to the original style of the gown.
Three to four weeks is a good time frame. This gives the seamstress a few weeks to do any final adjustments, if necessary. After your final fitting, be sure and maintain your weight within 3 or 4 pounds to assure the gown still fits you perfectly on your special day.
Your gown will need to be steamed or pressed or a combination of both and most seamstresses will offer this service. Also, many cleaners can do this for you, however, just be sure to take it to a professional cleaner specializing in bridal gown cleaning and preservation.
We hope that you have enjoyed reading our wedding dress alteration tips!
Please know that we are always happy to answer any questions that you may have about your gown. We love giving our brides wedding dress alteration tips! Please feel free to contact us by email at customerservice@yourdreamdress.com or by telephone at 717-506-0343 and we will be glad to help.
