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i know this isn't the knot...

zazzuzazzu
in Washington Babies

... but I'm scared to venture over there. Plus I'm not sure how many people would be able to answer my question since I'm pregnant.

My SO and I are tying the knot at the romantic court house, but we want to have a fun 80's reception. We want it to be a "formal" type party and I really want to wear a tacky wedding dress from the 80's. Think big puffy sleves, bow on the back, and lots of gaudy lace. I have found several on e-bay but I'm not sure if my big ol belly will fit into them. Would buying one that is too big and having it altered work? These are ones that I like:

1 . https://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-80s-Formal-Bridal-Wedding-Dress-Gown-NWT-Bustle_W0QQitemZ310210130337QQcmdZViewItemQQptZVintage_Women_s_Clothing?hash=item4839f6f1a1

2. https://cgi.ebay.com/White-Wedding-Dress-Gown-Sz-40-24-26-Vtg-80s-Jasmine_W0QQitemZ350335485822QQcmdZViewItemQQptZVintage_Women_s_Clothing?hash=item51919f477e

or I could get a raw pattern like this:

https://cgi.ebay.com/McCALLS-PATTERN-FOR-80S-BRIDAL-AND-BRIDESMAIDS-GOWNS_W0QQitemZ260428093900QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca2b959cc

What do you think? Could it work?

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Re: i know this isn't the knot...

  • braveangel2braveangel2 member

    The ladies on the Seattle Knot board are super nice - Tygirl and Jennlin are nothing but helpful. I love the 80's reception idea - have you watched The Wedding Singer lately? There's a lot of good ideas there.

    I'm not sure how big your bump will be by the wedding, so I'd suggest talking to an experienced alterations person before bidding or deciding. Oh and you can check out the local good will and thrift stores for some vintage dresses, jewelry and so on.

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    That would totally work.   Rad idea!  To the max!

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  • MelodyFergMelodyFerg

    I am not a seamstress, but I just wanted to say that I love this idea.  We did this for FutureFung's Bachelorette Party (so her Bride dress might not work)...it was so much fun!

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    People went all out.  It was AMAZING.  Most girls got their dresses on eBay or at a thrift store on capital hill!

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  • maryg6707maryg6707

    I'm in the middle of planning a wedding now too -- except we're doing our Costa Rica in February. We're going to have an international baby right away! There is honestly not enough time to get everything done!

    The 80s theme sounds fun -- lots of great dance music for sure!

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  • mishquichemishquiche member
    I have no suggestions on the dress front, but I have to say that is an awesome idea and please take tons of pictures!
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  • MSTie24MSTie24
    Maria, if you need to talk to a seamstress my cousin used a really good one up near me to alter her bridesmaid dress.  It looked awesome and she seemed super knowledgeable.  Darcy Martin with Fragile Fit is her name and business.  Honestly I would say to look around first to see if you can find anything at Value Village or wherever first- might be cheaper and you could get a better idea of what sort of alterations would be needed, if feasbile.  I love thrift shopping so if you need a shopper buddy I am all in like Flynn.  :)  Have you guys set a date yet? Big Smile

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    anything at Value Village or wherever first- might be cheaper and you could get a better idea of what sort of alterations would be needed, if feasbile.  I love thrift shopping so if you need a shopper buddy I am all in like Flynn.  :)  Have you guys set a date yet? Big Smile

    Well youre going to be in the same boat in a need of a seamstress cause you'll have to wear a bridesmaid dress Yes. We haven't set a date yet. By July 23 at the latest Surprise

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  • zazzuzazzu

    and someone should surely wear this

    https://cgi.ebay.com/mesh-lime-green-t-shirt-fishnet-men-80s-gay-retro-goth_W0QQitemZ150430707986QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item23065e7112

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  • appleciderapplecider member
    My sister just got married at the courthouse in Spanaway a week ago!  It was really sweet.  There are benches for people to sit.  He would have let them have attendants stand up with them.  He told their friend with the video camera where to stand to get the best shot.
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  • MSTie24MSTie24
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    Well youre going to be in the same boat in a need of a seamstress cause you'll have to wear a bridesmaid dress Yes. We haven't set a date yet. By July 23 at the latest Surprise

    I will pull out my heinous pink 80s prom dress to see if it might work.  Next time you're over or whatever if it's a possibility I can model it for a yea or nay.  Otherwise I will indeed be trolling the thrift racks for something- fun!  And I would definitely suggest sometime at least a week in advance of 7/23...Wolfy might decide he can't wait that long, you never know. Wink

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