What can one do with a short train on a formal dress so to not get dirty?
November 5th, 2009 | by prom |
Cyn B asked:
I want to wear a dress that has a sweeping length or chapel length (sorry, it’s short, but I didn’t measure it or anything) to a formal event. I think it’s too short to bustle, but since it is white, it’d get dirty on the way to the event if it were left down. Other than holding it – and maybe showing the tulle under the dress, what do you recommend?
4 Responses to “What can one do with a short train on a formal dress so to not get dirty?”
By Esther on Nov 8, 2009 | Reply
Most wedding gowns with trains, for instance, have a tiny little button sewn on the back of the dress…and a loop on the train….in order to put it up just for this purpose.
By GeminiiMan on Nov 9, 2009 | Reply
Have you considered spraying on some scotchgaurd? I would first ask about this problem and this possible solution, with someone who sells fine dresses.
By lfh1213 on Nov 9, 2009 | Reply
If there is not a way to raise the train, sew a “hook and eye” (available at any store that sells fabric or sewing supplies) onto the dress. You can drape the train beautifully and literally “hook” it into place.
By Teresa on Nov 11, 2009 | Reply
I would hate to have to worry about getting a train dirty, rather than enjoying the special occasion that calls for formal dress. Consider removing the train, cutting the train, or wearing a different dress. Life is too short to worry about dirty trains.