undergarment advice(sort of) needed

[k.hill]

I have a lovely cocktail dress that I would like to wear. Here's the problem. It's a sort of thin fabric and has spaghetti straps and certain parts tend to show through or "stick out" on the top portion....more than I am comfortable with. Needless to say...I am usually cold when on the ship. Does anyone have any ideas on things to try, buy, etc. that could smooth this area?

I probably didn't word this at all right, but I'm guessing it's close. Thanks, in advance for options.

 

K. Hill

[Guest carlogesualdo]

Visit your local fabric store. They usually have all kinds of fashion helps. Hancock Fabrics is really good, if you have one. I know they have things you can stick on to take care of the problem, if I'm understanding you correctly.

[pemlechat]

You could try bra "petals" that have adhesive......they are available in many stores now ( Dept. stores, Victoria's Secret). Not sure if they would show through, but are designed for that purpose. I haven't tried them. Good luck! ;)

[DaDivaMom]

Those little round band aids work as well........

[cb at sea]

There are some nice strapless bras that work well--get one in a beige color--it will not show! (Beige is best under white and "see-thru" things!)

[iheartbda]

Here's a whole thread on Dimming the Headlights.;) :D

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=751779&highlight=dimming+headlights

[simplelife]

There are "petals". made of a soft cloth as well as silicone ones. My daughter uses a brand called "dimrs". There are also various lknds of adhesive bras and bra cups. I was in Belks today and saw a huge assortment. I am sure almost any major department stores have them. I have seen them in Steinmart and also Target and Walmart. They are sold in the lingerie department.

 

I don't like the feel of adhesive or silicone on my skin - very irritating. So instead I buy bra cups (Hancock's fabric has a good selection of styles and sizes) and sew the into the dress (You can also use double sided tape - with the tape. you could use one pair in more than one dress)

Oh, and the doublle sided facbric tape is sold at the same place as the bra alternatives.