Wedding Dress Makeover Ep. 2 - Lace, Ruffles, and Chiffon!

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  • In this video I transform an old wedding dress and make it more modern! Thank you Kim for donating the dress to me. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more transformations!
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  • @Kaytlynne
    @Kaytlynne 5 років тому +1557

    I love this. You can wear both pieces at the ceremony, wear the opaque one at the reception, then wear the just sheer one on the wedding night 😂😏

    • @lealou1092
      @lealou1092 5 років тому +10

      Kaytlynne Littke 🤣

    • @courtesyof24
      @courtesyof24 5 років тому +9

      Good thinking!

    • @ps8991
      @ps8991 5 років тому +1

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @jayem7208
      @jayem7208 5 років тому +37

      I'm glad I wasn't the only, esp when she said "you can wear the [sheer one] as a nightgown" 😏

    • @pujabarman2443
      @pujabarman2443 5 років тому

      🤣😜

  • @Isabelsicedcakes
    @Isabelsicedcakes 5 років тому +925

    Who else is mostly confused about whats going on until the reveal? Lol 😆 wish I had at least half her talent

    • @hiumancheung8829
      @hiumancheung8829 5 років тому +19

      I actually fast forwarded to the end to see the result because I had no idea what she was doing😂.

    • @jglobetrotter2830
      @jglobetrotter2830 5 років тому +12

      I can see where it's going, but I love how she does it like a tutorial when I know darn well I can't sew anything remotely wearable without a pattern.

    • @PocaHottest
      @PocaHottest 5 років тому +2

      These videos are so mesmerizing. I love it. Right up there with the cooking shows I watch as therapy, very calming.

    • @sistersalinagarber2013
      @sistersalinagarber2013 5 років тому +2

      Isaaabelgonz me haha I used to live in California with my momma when she was alive and watch her at work she made wedding cakes and did my aunts dress or was absolutely gorgeous I miss her 😭 but I do remember her using the terms ditch and stitch ha ha

    • @sistersalinagarber2013
      @sistersalinagarber2013 5 років тому +1

      J Globetrotter I can't even with one lol

  • @kikolarou9319
    @kikolarou9319 5 років тому +1338

    Safiya nygaard should ask u to make her weeding dress u would give her her dream dress for sure😍

  • @themakeupism
    @themakeupism 5 років тому +236

    Very beautiful, I’m glad you didn’t ruin the original look. I see so many people make over older clothes and ruin everything nice about them to modernize them. Love you kept the sleeves so many would’ve cut it all off.

  • @Lovable487
    @Lovable487 5 років тому +1355

    So cute. I love how you show your thought process and how you admit to not knowing what you want to do with an item. You are one of my favorite youtubers! 🥰

    • @elizabethflores9463
      @elizabethflores9463 5 років тому +2

      Kpop biased My thoughts exactly 😀

    • @coolirpa
      @coolirpa  5 років тому +8

      Thank you!!

    • @lyzamariepagarigan52
      @lyzamariepagarigan52 5 років тому

      And I love how Zico is your dp ❤

    • @MeredithHagan
      @MeredithHagan 5 років тому +1

      I really think April and PoppenAtalier are the best for showing their struggles during their videos, that there can be hitches and problems, and how they worked around them. 💚

    • @silvermist9629
      @silvermist9629 5 років тому

      Love this

  • @isabelbonilla2193
    @isabelbonilla2193 5 років тому +434

    I love how you kept the original 70s boho look, but with a modern twist. Well done!

  • @katsan88
    @katsan88 5 років тому +138

    Once upon a time sewing use to be taught in school. So sad that we no longer learn this skill

    • @ardentgailla
      @ardentgailla 5 років тому +1

      Yep. I was in a sewing club in elementary school, but it unfortunately ended there.

    • @kristianfranklin2374
      @kristianfranklin2374 5 років тому +11

      All they did was teach us how to make a pillow

    • @sakuraarlert3292
      @sakuraarlert3292 4 роки тому +1

      @@kristianfranklin2374 my school teach me how to make a sling bag and apron 😂😂

    • @lfuentes4098
      @lfuentes4098 4 роки тому +3

      Check your local community college or Adult Ed. There are still affordable or free classes out there.

    • @MauriFan
      @MauriFan 4 роки тому

      That’s so sad, in my country we have to learn it

  • @david_8710
    @david_8710 5 років тому +134

    You always encourage me to dive in and broaden my skills. However this one is really a skill challenger because of the fabrics. You make it look so easy but it really is not. I love how you separated the layers to make 2 separate looks. AMAZING!!!!!

    • @FunSoSoToTo
      @FunSoSoToTo 4 роки тому +1

      Exactly my thoughts,,, when i saw the thumbnail i said how is she going to make a neat dress with such a light fabric?!! She is so skillful!!

  • @OlgaLing
    @OlgaLing 5 років тому +441

    A pinking rotary tool. Where have I been? Adding to list right now. Great job on the dress. I love the two different dress options. It's so creative.

    • @coolirpa
      @coolirpa  5 років тому +12

      Olga Ling haha yes! It’s awesome. And thank you!

    • @kimikp6684
      @kimikp6684 5 років тому +1

      My thoughts exactly lol!😊

  • @alerienalee25
    @alerienalee25 5 років тому +22

    Dress came out very pretty. I love vintage things. My wedding dress was a vintage dress I got from a Thrift store for $10. It had a high neck with long sleeves and some ugly beading. I had a friend fix it for me. I didn't change much of the dress except instead of a high neck I wanted a boat neck. On the back I wanted a V shape and of course to shorten the dress length a bit so it would not be too long. I also had the beading taken off. The dress was beautiful and one of a kind. I wanted some sparkle, but didn't have the time to add it to my dress so I just bought a pretty sash with some sparkle and add it to the dress. It was a perfect touch.

  • @meiraloraduncan8953
    @meiraloraduncan8953 5 років тому +43

    You can actually use oxy clean or biz to remove many stains and discoloration from older wedding gowns. Also letting them dry in direct sunlight helps too.

  • @KalenaO
    @KalenaO 5 років тому +36

    The difference between the before and after BLOWS my mind. You are so creative and they always look amazing afterwards!

  • @itspaigeleigh
    @itspaigeleigh 5 років тому +720

    Oooh wow it looks amazing! I love that it's 2 dresses, too!

  • @brivalenzuela216
    @brivalenzuela216 5 років тому +64

    You are so talented! Not just at the sewing, but your design skills are amazing ❤️ you have the best fashion sense I hope you make it big ❤️ ❤️

  • @HyperSensitive88
    @HyperSensitive88 5 років тому +192

    I love the front sweetheart bodice with the sheer plunging v neck. It goes so beautifully with the sheer puff long sleeves! So romantic!

  • @whyisthisachannel
    @whyisthisachannel 5 років тому +18

    I have never wanted to get married, but sometimes I just look at beautiful dresses and think about throwing myself a "I'm not getting married but I want to feel pretty" party, laughs. The original dress was .... I honestly was looking at that and had no IDEA where it could go, but you turned it into such an elegant, ephemeral dress that I just want to throw myself a party to wear it. ♥♥

    • @jglobetrotter2830
      @jglobetrotter2830 5 років тому +3

      Do it! There is nothing more fabulous than dancing like crazy in a wedding dress. It's so fun!

  • @HarleyRL
    @HarleyRL 5 років тому +189

    I have two wedding dresses in my stash of clothes to be upcycled.. And they just now might have a purpose 😉 great job as always!

    • @coolirpa
      @coolirpa  5 років тому +5

      Harley Leatherman yes! Always a fun project 😁

  • @nahnah221
    @nahnah221 5 років тому +39

    The tulle and chiffon sections look like you're sewing ghost clothes. I love it

  • @lydiapicano8806
    @lydiapicano8806 9 місяців тому +1

    I love what you did with this dress. It's elegant, classy and fresh. In addition, the option to remove the top and have a strapless reception gown is lovely.

  • @heathergustafson4237
    @heathergustafson4237 5 років тому +167

    Have you ever thought of signing up for Project Runway ? You would be great

    • @ladyjunon6305
      @ladyjunon6305 5 років тому +41

      No, no, no! Project Runway wouldn't help her AT ALL. I've heard lots of horrible stories and apparently, the contestants almost always fade into obscurity and the exceptions (Christian Siriano, Michael Costello, Leanne Marshall) are disliked by the industry, because it seen as a joke to entertain 'basic people'.

    • @maribelroman218
      @maribelroman218 5 років тому +19

      She would be great. But the contestants can be so catty. She is so gentle. And kind. For that environment. She needs another fashion show. The first she put tote her was amazing.

    • @ellenaivanovych4916
      @ellenaivanovych4916 5 років тому +1

      She was in that project before if I am not wrong.

  • @Dagger__Seishin
    @Dagger__Seishin 5 років тому +7

    I love how that you tried to keep a good chunk of the original but still made it your own

  • @ProfessorSassypants
    @ProfessorSassypants 5 років тому +7

    The before dresss was lovely, I’m so glad you kept the style quite true. Beautiful work!

  • @konstantina9876
    @konstantina9876 5 років тому +133

    It's sooooooo beautiful!!!! Could you ever do a mini video on sewing basics? Please? 'Cause I want to start doing something like that, but I have no idea how to start😅

    • @sherryhannah498
      @sherryhannah498 2 роки тому

      Konstantina please is unnecessary unneeded unnecessary and very annoying

  • @1215joseph
    @1215joseph 5 років тому +16

    I don't know much about sewing, except for my occassional repair, but I love how much art there is in what you do. Great job there!

  • @soniagalambos3406
    @soniagalambos3406 5 років тому +8

    You are amazing. My mom was a seamstress and a know a little so I appreciate how much work this is. You are also very creative.

  • @zoemorrison07
    @zoemorrison07 5 років тому +234

    You have such a gift! It’s insane 🥰

    • @maribelroman218
      @maribelroman218 5 років тому +4

      Zoe Louise
      I was just thinking that. At first I said what a talent she has. But than a said no. She has a gift.
      I love all her creations. And she has such an imagination, for all her recreations they are all so different.
      Way to go April.

  • @hweiyilee6559
    @hweiyilee6559 5 років тому

    Liked sooo many things about this video, you always outdo yourself every single time! 1. Very refreshing to see a wedding dress style that is more modest and not strapless. 2. Love the way that you gave a reality check about expectations regarding the fabric after you take an old dress apart. 3. Reinforcing the chiffon with the other fabrics to give the outer dress a proper structure, that one is the hardest one to figure out how to do. Love Love Love!!

  • @dalainebloom4505
    @dalainebloom4505 5 років тому +5

    That looks SOO BEAUTIFUL!! It looks perfect for an Outdoor Spring Wedding or a Beach Wedding. I love Your
    re -Designs!!!

  • @meurtri9312
    @meurtri9312 5 років тому +4

    so pretty! the twist you put on the original design gives the dress so much character.

  • @ontheinternetnooneknowsyou2764
    @ontheinternetnooneknowsyou2764 5 років тому +13

    I'm not getting married anytime soon, but holymoly I love this design so much I really want something like this for when it's time.

  • @allinone-qz2gi
    @allinone-qz2gi 5 років тому +18

    That is really smart! The two-dress idea!

  • @rhyfelwrDuw
    @rhyfelwrDuw 5 років тому +4

    Amazing as usual! I love the way you seem to be able to visualise the finished product, before it's finished! Awesome!!

  • @Chachi160302
    @Chachi160302 5 років тому +5

    Beautiful like always. I love how it still reminds me of the before but it’s like breath of fresh air. Very cute and flowy

    • @coolirpa
      @coolirpa  5 років тому +1

      Jackie Jacobo me too! Thank you ❤️

  • @Housewarmin
    @Housewarmin 5 років тому +486

    What do you do with all the pieces you make? Do you actually wear them or sell them?

    • @iont8172
      @iont8172 5 років тому +31

      That's exactly what I was wondering!

    • @ariadnamatfei3923
      @ariadnamatfei3923 5 років тому +65

      Follow her on Instagram, she actually wears a lot of her creations 😊

    • @KC-qh2vu
      @KC-qh2vu 5 років тому +44

      She wears what she creates since she makes them based on how it would fit her body in particular

    • @hellykay
      @hellykay 5 років тому +11

      Is she getting married then...? 🤔😊

    • @burpolicious
      @burpolicious 5 років тому

      @@hellykay That is what I wondered also!

  • @ednacrespoadorno6379
    @ednacrespoadorno6379 5 років тому +72

    Love the idea of two dresses at ones. Beautiful!

  • @jenniferboyd2318
    @jenniferboyd2318 5 років тому +4

    I love how you made it up as you go, but still had an ideal picture in mind! 😂

  • @DJFPhantomPhan
    @DJFPhantomPhan 5 років тому +20

    I love that you didn’t give away the final result in the thumbnail this time.

  • @marinavestal3359
    @marinavestal3359 5 років тому +11

    You have given me such good ideas for me so I don't have to by a high priced dress for my wedding.

  • @naomiwerther3789
    @naomiwerther3789 5 років тому

    So, I've been following your channel for the better part of 2 years now. And you never cease to be an inspiration. I've found my own passion for sewing shortly before your channel was in my recommendations, and what you come up with always sparks my excitement. Thank you for your amazing videos!

  • @celiagorleski2716
    @celiagorleski2716 5 років тому

    I'm sure I'll be whipping these out by the dozens. I'm actually impressed by anyone who can even thread a bobbin. This goes way abouve that.

  • @taiyaduncker8823
    @taiyaduncker8823 5 років тому +3

    Really would have loved this dress for my wedding especially because it was a 2 in 1. Beautiful!

  • @allieg6401
    @allieg6401 5 років тому +30

    This turned out really great!
    I couldn't really see where to take it but you have it in your hands! So totally different to feel the garment and let it tell you what it wants!
    Great work!

  • @sazupupu
    @sazupupu 5 років тому +2

    Amazing talent. Even though I got married last summer you showing the end result gave me major bride vibes and a warm heart 💕

  • @erabon3441
    @erabon3441 5 років тому +2

    That result is so freaking cute, omg. Genius idea to be able to wear the layers separately! You go, gurl.

  • @kellyssweetcreation1037
    @kellyssweetcreation1037 5 років тому +17

    I love your videos sooo much, everytime you makeover/thrift flip something, I'm like dammmmnn how does she do that? :)

  • @sandrasaxton5352
    @sandrasaxton5352 5 років тому +3

    That dress is beautiful! You have a gift of design.

  • @2degucitas
    @2degucitas 5 років тому

    Your sewing skills have advanced over the years. You have talent.

  • @audreymartinez9197
    @audreymartinez9197 5 років тому

    I just started watching your tutorials because I am a beginner at sewing. You are an amazing seamstress and a genius at what you do. You have inspired me to sew clothes and try recreating with thrift clothes. Thank you.

  • @charlottenicholls7417
    @charlottenicholls7417 5 років тому +3

    Excellent job on the dress! You never fail to impress me with your creations!!

  • @awefullcreations9483
    @awefullcreations9483 5 років тому +4

    Beautiful! I love that it is two seperate layers. The simple white dress underneath is gorgeous!!! ^_^

  • @FalinPerth
    @FalinPerth 5 років тому

    I love how you can still tell it's the same dress ( keeping the lace, flowers, and stripe elements) although it's now a more modern/flattering style. Great inspiration for if a lady wanted to wear her mother or grandmother's dress, remade.

  • @GradKat
    @GradKat 5 років тому +1

    Wow! I love watching her videos, even though I haven’t got a clue what’s going on. The end results are always great, and this dress is no exception.

  • @monikanazwiskomoje0489
    @monikanazwiskomoje0489 5 років тому +35

    Omg that's a lot of hard work. Work with chiffon is not easy and I don't like it but you make a good job- dress looks amazing 😍 2in1 👏

  • @lalitaparihar2073
    @lalitaparihar2073 5 років тому +37

    Hey love. Just want to thank you for making these videos. They helped me alot. Please make video on DIY trendy crop tops.

  • @OneandonlyJoaquin
    @OneandonlyJoaquin 5 років тому

    So you made 3 looks out of one dress.WOW! you need your own show, to update people's wardrobe out of what they already have. 🤩🤩🤯

  • @rosannaleinbach7958
    @rosannaleinbach7958 5 років тому +2

    That is absolutely gorgeous!!
    And I think the two separate dresses is a wonderful concept. 😍

  • @rexgrl3
    @rexgrl3 5 років тому +45

    It was destiny that the back didn't touch because that caused you to use the lace appliques to fix it which was genius!

  • @maikoulee3598
    @maikoulee3598 5 років тому +9

    Wooooow!!! I wish I was as talented as you! I like my wedding dress originally as I bought it but I wish I could have made my own or personalized it to me too ahhaha :)) keep it up!!

  • @rozalee6703
    @rozalee6703 5 років тому

    Bravo! Crazy sewing skills! Nice to see younger gals are still interested in sewing. It is becoming a lost art. Your altered dress went from dated to sophisticated and modern.

  • @mspatti
    @mspatti 5 років тому +1

    I love the problem solving representation in your videos. The beautiful remake is another winner in books.

  • @slicenrice
    @slicenrice 5 років тому +43

    Love this April!!!!😱😱😱 Are you going to design your own future wedding dress? So beautiful 😭😭😭

    • @coolirpa
      @coolirpa  5 років тому +9

      SLICE n RICE thank you! And yes I am!! This is great practice haha

    • @myrnacardon3014
      @myrnacardon3014 3 роки тому

      Another colab please

  • @LifeStyleVibes
    @LifeStyleVibes 5 років тому +17

    Love the idea of two dresses in one. The white dress on its own is simple and gorgeous.
    Where did you film the after section? That park looks beautiful!!

  • @kayseabaker2757
    @kayseabaker2757 5 років тому

    That is the kind of dress idea I need! I love dancing and I don't want to step on my dress but I also love the train! So glad I watched this just for the idea on the two layers.

  • @caropx9273
    @caropx9273 5 років тому +1

    That under dress is absolutely stunning on it's own!

  • @mhearte8038
    @mhearte8038 5 років тому +6

    What the heck?! This is amazing!

  • @kelseycoca
    @kelseycoca 5 років тому +16

    omg! Absolutely stunning! Also, how many more of these wedding dress transformations does she have to do until he gets the hint? :P lol

  • @xine91468
    @xine91468 3 роки тому

    Wow... what a gorgeous transformation. I love the new neckline. That is very flattering.

  • @tanya32757
    @tanya32757 5 років тому

    I’m glad to see you using French seams for the sheer pieces. The results look fabulous!

  • @AnnikaVictoria24
    @AnnikaVictoria24 5 років тому +12

    April you genius this looks great!!

  • @nightswondergirl
    @nightswondergirl 5 років тому +24

    I love the wedding dress thrifts

  • @veroniquecastel9582
    @veroniquecastel9582 5 років тому

    Absolutely wow!

  • @maddyj7294
    @maddyj7294 5 років тому +1

    You are amazing!! I'm seriously blown away by your talent and knowledge.

  • @erinsettle5094
    @erinsettle5094 5 років тому +3

    I love this video!! I have a question for my own project. How do you get the bodice to lay flat once you turn it right side out? I have a bodice with 2 layers of satin and 1 interfacing layer so it is kind of bulky.

  • @Hyorin94
    @Hyorin94 5 років тому +3

    No idea what u were doing/saying. but turns out awesome!! Love it!!

  • @margaretf667
    @margaretf667 5 років тому +1

    Amazing, I love that you left the final transformation till the end 😀

  • @KellyBeth
    @KellyBeth 5 років тому

    I think this is one of my favorite transformations you've ever done! I absolutely love how the dress turned out and that you still kept a lot of the same elements from the original dress while giving it a totally different look!

  • @indigobrooklyn1234
    @indigobrooklyn1234 5 років тому +5

    1000% Better than the original.

  • @kathleenbennett2128
    @kathleenbennett2128 5 років тому +3

    So Beautiful, Wow, You Are Truly An Artist!
    I Love it!!!! :)

  • @rileylawrence4069
    @rileylawrence4069 5 років тому +2

    Love when she acts as though we’re following along

  • @pollypocket2282
    @pollypocket2282 5 років тому

    What a beautiful boho transformation and changing it to a convertible dress was a stroke of genius!!!

  • @FeliciaSC
    @FeliciaSC 5 років тому +7

    This is absolutely amazing!! I think it suits a fairy or garden wedding since it feels so dreamy :)

  • @suzyq62698
    @suzyq62698 5 років тому +4

    Now you and Erik can get married 😂😂

  • @mdas7012
    @mdas7012 5 років тому +1

    All talent, skill, brilliant mind, creativity and genius in one person!!!

  • @frankielee9824
    @frankielee9824 5 років тому

    I love that it still has a retro vibe

  • @raitaxx7578
    @raitaxx7578 5 років тому +5

    Imagine this recreated dress gets recreated in 20 years to fit their currents trend :3

  • @ankitaanand8519
    @ankitaanand8519 5 років тому +4

    Love your videos. Although I never sew ,I love watching your transformation videos.
    Love from India :)

  • @purselmer5931
    @purselmer5931 4 роки тому

    I loved both of these versions of dress! I do think the second version was better for an outdoor wedding. Very flowy and beautiful.

  • @kscheuerman5378
    @kscheuerman5378 5 років тому

    April, you did such a good job on this dress. I love it. It is soft and up to date. Two for one as well. Thanks so much for great videos. God Bless.

  • @AmythefirstA
    @AmythefirstA 5 років тому +3

    All the chiffon brings back fond memories of figuring out how to sew my own wedding dress.

  • @kathrynmarentette7120
    @kathrynmarentette7120 5 років тому

    I’m OBSESSED with this dress!

  • @sampleworks9432
    @sampleworks9432 5 років тому +1

    Great refashion April...love how you added the lace pieces to extend the back! Clever woman 😄

  • @xxxkatiemikexxx
    @xxxkatiemikexxx 5 років тому

    Absolutely stunning! I love you you explain your thinking as well as your actions. You do some fantastic work!

  • @melissapetito3069
    @melissapetito3069 4 роки тому

    I feel like this especially cool because you can still feel the original style of the dress! a lot of times people just use the fabric and make something new, which is fine but I feel this looks more vintagy

  • @TheCraftyMagnolia
    @TheCraftyMagnolia 4 роки тому

    This is incredible! I love that you took this old style and made a Boho dream! So versatile to wear for the wedding and for the reception.

  • @latinaalma1947
    @latinaalma1947 5 років тому

    Beautiful; result! Good explanation of stitch in the ditch too...this garment was advanced sewing for sure.

  • @darleneyee4757
    @darleneyee4757 5 років тому

    I am very glad you kept the sleeves...They are gorgeous.Perfect .....its a dress i would buy.

  • @jammiewetzel-ley8702
    @jammiewetzel-ley8702 4 роки тому

    Love what you did! It turned out very beautifully and the multi-purpose was of it, very inspiring! I cannot wait to get back to seeing. Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @vc9732
    @vc9732 4 роки тому

    Love that you made a detached overlay. Beautiful

  • @yenyen1385
    @yenyen1385 5 років тому

    GENIUS!!! Thank you for sharing such an amazing dress design and creation!!

  • @Boertje247
    @Boertje247 4 роки тому

    WOW! Except for the actual lace design, this was my old wedding dress that I bought new on sale for $85. I never liked the dress, but was in a time crunch. You do lovely work and plain to follow tutorials. It's cray-cray to spend a fortune on something that's only worn once. Your ideas are great for making a unique dress that's beautiful and cost effective.