Problem! Too large formal is now TIGHT!

[WeirdEyes]

I took my size 14 formal to get altered last week because it was too big, especially in the upper part. I picked it up yesterday and now it is very snug. It looks great standing up, but once I sit down, I can barely breathe. [img]http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif[/img] Should I get it let back out or suck it up? I haven't gained ANY weight. I think she just took it up too much. What would you do?

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[happysinglemom]

Yep - I remember that happening to me once too. If you can have it let back out I would - unless you are trying to lose weight anyway. In that case, this would be some motivation! [img]http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]

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[Scarlett Fever]

Take it back ! There is nothing worse than being in too tight clothes. Besides, if the alterations place took it in too much they should stand by their work and fix it.

[WeirdEyes]

I have actually lost about 55 lbs and plan on losing at least 10 more so the dress would be perfect after I lose the rest of my weight. I just don't want to be miserable while wearing the dress on the cruise. I have another dress and tried it on last night and it was WAY too big so that one is out. The first dress is brand new. I bought a larger size than I usually wear because I ordered it off of the internet. I figured it would be easy just to have it taken up if needed. Mistake!

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[WeirdEyes]

Yes, I'm thinking of taking it back and having it let out some. When she pinned it, it was perfect. I think she just took in in too much. I haven't gained ANY weight. Thank you both for your advice.

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[nosnobunny]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but as a person who sews I can tell you that it all depends on the fabric. Most evening fabrics cannot be let out without the stitching line showning. Sorry Sheila. [img]http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif[/img]

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Beth

[WeirdEyes]

Beth, I know you are right! I was examining the fabric last night it does appear to be a fabric that will show the stitching. I guess I'll just have to suck it up. I'm not going to buy another dress because frankly, I don't want to waste the money. I'd rather spend the money in port on something nice like jewelry! LOL Thanks so much for your help. On my last cruise, my dress that is WAY to big now was really tight also so I guess I can live without breathing for a couple of hours. [img]http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]

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[mariapd719]

wear a cincher if itll help - get ready, take pics, eat and take it off before the show - youll be ok

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[WeirdEyes]

Maria, I have a bra/corset that I plan on wearing with it. I still won't be able to breathe though. [img]http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif[/img] Hopefully, I can lose another 2.5 lbs before the cruise and it will be a tad looser. Thanks for all of your suggestions. You ladies are wonderful!

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[Liztoybiz]

Sheila,
I feel for you, as I (and probably many of us)have been in this same situation before...uggh. The only suggestions I would offer are to be sure to drink lots of water that day to keep flushing things through, and to wear that formal for the first formal night. Is your cruise a 7 nighter with the formal night the 2nd night on board?
Congrats!!!! And have fun on your cruise!

[WeirdEyes]

Ladies, I have lost 4 lbs since I first posted this, so hopefully the formal will fit a little looser. I'm going to try it on tomorrow. I've been too busy this week to try it on. I do plan on wearing it the first formal night, which will be on Monday. Since the cruise starts on Sunday, I should be ok. Thanks so much for all of your support. [img]http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]

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[Scarlett Fever]

4lbs. Good job !

Now, go look fabulous and have a great cruise !

[WeirdEyes]

Thanks Scarlett! Hopefully by next week, it will be 5 lbs. [img]http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]

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[kbt2]

I would definitely take it back. She should have also had you sit down while she had it pinned to make sure "sitting" was comfortable as well. My seamstress always does this.

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