OMG…the
bridesmaid is pregnant and we already purchased the dresses! As soon as
you know you are pregnant, consult your local seamstress to arrange the future
alterations. With some bridesmaid dresses, the manufacturer may have used the
same fabric exterior and interior as lining.
If this is the case, you are in luck.
You can use the fabric from the inside skirt and replace it with a closely
matching lining fabric. No one will be
the wiser. If
a purchase is required, locate similar fabric at your local fabric store using
your seamstress' yardage recommendation, or have her do this for you. This fabric should match the dress as closely
as possible. Dating this blog at March 2014, expect to pay about $30.00 for one
yard. Information on the dress tag will
tell the manufacturer, the color number and type of fabric you need. This option may be a little expensive added
to the cost of the dress because the manufacturer will most likely only sell a minimum
one yard. If only a small amount is needed ask your Bride to help with
the cost; she may be able to use the leftovers and add perfectly matching
decorations to the reception venue. We highly recommend ordering the manufacturers fabric if the
pregnant bridesmaid will be 8-9 months along on the wedding The alteration could be a length of fabric
inserted from the armpit to the hem on each side. This method is surprisingly easy and not
really noticeable since the maids are usually viewed from the front or
back. 6 months
along may take a lot less fabric! At this
point, the dress may be 1-4 inches to small at the bust and 1-3 inches at the
waist. A "v" shaped panel can be added
to the back of the dress, or at each arm pit.
Depending on the fabric match, this alteration can be barely noticeable
at all. Most of these alterations can be easily returned to the
original size after the pregnancy if desired. Is there anyone wishing to tell us about your similar experience! We'd love to hear YOUR story! |
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