Today's "gorgeous" is tomorrow's "hideous." That old dress made some bride very happy once. Lovely transformation, however. You brought the old girl back to life!
Yes, a 1990's bride I think by style. I wonder if it was a Jessica McClintock. I do like the dress she did. She gave a little nod to the original style turning that 1990's look into a 1950's prom dress. It would be cute as a more prom dress, but it would also work for a small casual wedding.
I like what she did to the neck, but I would have kept the sleeves. Just remove the shoulder pads. I would also make a choker necklace from that high neck piece that matched the satin of the dress.
That is a beautiful dress. I wish I was as talented to create something this gorgeous. Getting married July 8 2020 and I've looked at so many dresses, liking parts of a dress, but nothing that like "blows my mind" and it's become so overwhelming. Like I said, I wish I had your talent. Amazing job!!!
Very pretty dress after you redesigned it! Im wondering if someone didnt already attempt a redo with all the hot glue and doodads. Glad you rescued it- please let us know when it sells!
Nice transformation but I don't like how you kept referring to the original dress as hideous and monstrous even though I agree with you I'm sure the original owner of the dress wouldn't be very happy hearing you verbally abuse her dress. Also just some small advice to help you sound more professional during your voice overs, try not to say umm. Not to seem rude but it makes you sound like you're not quite sure what you're talking about. Overall loved the final result of the dress.
Sarah Marie Hi Sarah! I work in a dress shop that sells tons of vintage dresses as well as new ones and what made this dress a monstrosity is the way it was constructed. I’m not going to sugar coat it in an attempt to heal someone’s (who also didn’t care much about it because it was at Goodwill) feelings. It was so poorly constructed that the Goodwill employees put it in the Halloween section instead of the wedding dress section. It was-objectively-a monstrosity. Im sorry if that came across as rude, but the original owner most likely isn’t going to see this video, and if she does, it’s a statement I’d stick to even at the face of the maker because it was true. I’m not a liar and by any seamstress’ standards, it was by far a monstrosity. As for the “uhms,” I completely agree! Since the making of this video, I’ve improved my confidence on camera and no longer say uhm so much!
Haylie Michelle I am a seamstress also. Exactly what part of the construction made this dress “a monstrosity“? Besides your own personal opinion, of course. Perhaps the original owner passed away and her family donated all of her things, which in my own opinion makes it even worse that you keep making fun of it. Coming from someone with pink hair who doesn’t even know how to wear her T-shirt right side out at that. Grow up. Also, your living room is a monstrosity 🤣
Stevie Michelle The beads attached at the bottom were from the dollar store and were hand applied so poorly that they fell off without me even needing to use a seam ripper. The fabric used was a cheap plastic feeling satin with screen printed bows, the butt bow was GLUED on with hot glue, and the pink bows were also poorly attached and screamed 1980s. The actual bodice was sewn on crooked. It was very clear to me that this dress was made by someone who didn’t know how to sew. As for my living room, we all have different tastes, and I’ve actually received multiple offers on the hand carved credenza that I’m using as my TV stand. The rug was from Ross and was temporary as I had a puppy at the time that slid around on the hard floors and peed all over it anyways. The pink hair was a temporary dye that I did for Breast Cancer Awareness month that washed out with a few washes, which I also got a lot of compliments on. Not that I owe you, a rude troll on the internet an explanation, but the fact that this dress was in the Halloween section and not with the other 1980s wedding dresses at my thrift store speaks wonders to its presentation and construction.
I just think this showed that things done in a mean spirit are unnecessary and rile up others. Always be kind and respectful. And if the dress was so monstrous, why were u inspired to use it in your designs. For whatever reason, the dress existed the way it does... but be grateful u get the opportunity to repurpose it.
I have seen where people took that original high neck piece you cut off and turned it into a choker necklace. I thought it looked good as it matched the gown. Yes, the gown is very pretty, and it does not have to be a wedding gown. It would make a nice formal. As you said, the sash could be easily replaced in any color a person would like. I have seen them on Amazon for under $20.
Tick-Tack girl I actually never listed it for sale anywhere because I’m contemplating donating it to this place in my town that resells dresses and donates the proceeds to combating exploitation and trafficking! I haven’t decided what I wanna do yet haha.
@@hayliehomemaker Whatever you decide to do lm pretty sure that it would make someone happy one day. l also love transforming wedding dresses. In fact l am uploading one on my channel right now. You should check it out and l also have a couple more dress transformation videos on my channel!
Ally Cat I couldn’t find my fabric scissors so I just used my crafting ones from the dollar tree! They were just as sharp hahaha don’t worry they’ve never been used on meat 😂
The after dress looks like a 5$ thrifted dress. The before dress has much more details and charm. You made a tulle monster, didn't even try to put in some unique details.
Lullilu222 I guess that’s why I sold it for $250 on eBay then? As denoted in some of the other replies, this dress was horribly constructed and from the 1980s with poorly sewn hems, horribly attached beads and lace and screen printed bows and holes all over it. I’ve seen beautiful 80s dresses because I worked in a bridal shop for over two years. The quality on this dress was horrendous and was destined for the dump. If I didn’t buy it, it would have ended up in a landfill because even the store employees placed it in the Halloween section instead of the bridal section.
I love what you did with that monstrosity of a dress. It went from tired and cheap to beautiful and new. I did this with an 80s ballgown that purchased at Salvation Army. They were asking $50 but let me have it for $25. -Oxy, destruction, construction...the final press/steam took me 3 mornings. On the day of my niece's wedding she looked absolutely stunning. She had seen the dress, called me and sent pictures saying "could you? would you??" I love a challenge. That dress had a bow as wide as my shoulders and as long as my legs. I wish I could share the pictures. Well done and thank you for saving old dresses both at your workplace and at home for profit. So cool!
That's so awesome! I love bringing old and unwanted items back to life and I am so glad other people do too! Thank you for watching and for sharing your story!
Cheyanne Starr no it wasn’t. It was from the 1970s or 1980s. The fabric was a cheap satin with a screen printed floral pattern on it (which wasn’t even invented until the late 1900s), and the little bows are a huge dress characteristic of the 70s. The reason it looks old is because there was an “antique revival” aesthetic that was really popular during those decades so they recreated late 1800s styles. I work in a dress shop and have held old dresses and that was NOT one of them.
Also the zipper is plastic, and the lace was really strong and is a design that would not be on an antique dress. Moreover, notice the butt bow? This was a handmade monstrosity from the 70s or 80s. Im not sure where the exact date of “1912” came from, but you’re wrong lmao.
The 1912 is because it looked like a family herlum wedding dress from my great great grandmother in 1912. I will give you the plastic zipper but as far as the rest of it, it looks rather accurate and quite beautiful if you ask me. But to each their own.
You obviously know nothing about antiques and what period pieces are from. It’s crazy to try and argue this dress is from 1912. It screams 1970/1980s 😂
Today's "gorgeous" is tomorrow's "hideous." That old dress made some bride very happy once. Lovely transformation, however. You brought the old girl back to life!
Yes, a 1990's bride I think by style. I wonder if it was a Jessica McClintock. I do like the dress she did. She gave a little nod to the original style turning that 1990's look into a 1950's prom dress. It would be cute as a more prom dress, but it would also work for a small casual wedding.
I like what she did to the neck, but I would have kept the sleeves. Just remove the shoulder pads. I would also make a choker necklace from that high neck piece that matched the satin of the dress.
I refashioned a friend’s very 80’s wedding dress into a rehearsal dress for her daughter. It turned out beautifully.
That’s a wonderful idea!
Ty so much for your video , very inspirational and educational 😊
Very nice job.❤I can't believe how clean you got it ❤.
The dress looks amazing 😍 u did a great job
alice in the bay thank you!!!
The original gown was beautiful. It could have done without the pink bows and beads, but it was beautiful. 😢
Absolutely beautiful! Great job! Love how you transformed the ugly dress into a lovely one! Bravo!❤️👏
It's a gorgeous transformation!
LifewithLex thank you!
Very nice transformation!!! ❤😊
WTH! Amazing job. Proud of you and thanks for sharing. I know that was a fun project and super thoughtful for you to video and share it.
Thank you so much!
That is a beautiful dress. I wish I was as talented to create something this gorgeous. Getting married July 8 2020 and I've looked at so many dresses, liking parts of a dress, but nothing that like "blows my mind" and it's become so overwhelming. Like I said, I wish I had your talent. Amazing job!!!
Mandy Sieg Thank you so much! I’ll keep my fingers crossed that you find the perfect dress that makes you cry happy tears!
Dear young lady
Where did you learn how to sew so beautifully 😁
That is just incredible!!!
Beautiful! The sash could be "something blue". 💙💙💙
I love it so much it’s so beautiful. I was sad to see the little pink bows go I like liked them.
Job well done!!! ❤❤❤❤
Very pretty dress after you redesigned it!
Im wondering if someone didnt already attempt a redo with all the hot glue and doodads. Glad you rescued it- please let us know when it sells!
You should be proud of your work. It is neat.
Nice transformation but I don't like how you kept referring to the original dress as hideous and monstrous even though I agree with you I'm sure the original owner of the dress wouldn't be very happy hearing you verbally abuse her dress. Also just some small advice to help you sound more professional during your voice overs, try not to say umm. Not to seem rude but it makes you sound like you're not quite sure what you're talking about. Overall loved the final result of the dress.
Sarah Marie Hi Sarah! I work in a dress shop that sells tons of vintage dresses as well as new ones and what made this dress a monstrosity is the way it was constructed. I’m not going to sugar coat it in an attempt to heal someone’s (who also didn’t care much about it because it was at Goodwill) feelings. It was so poorly constructed that the Goodwill employees put it in the Halloween section instead of the wedding dress section. It was-objectively-a monstrosity. Im sorry if that came across as rude, but the original owner most likely isn’t going to see this video, and if she does, it’s a statement I’d stick to even at the face of the maker because it was true. I’m not a liar and by any seamstress’ standards, it was by far a monstrosity. As for the “uhms,” I completely agree! Since the making of this video, I’ve improved my confidence on camera and no longer say uhm so much!
Haylie Michelle I am a seamstress also. Exactly what part of the construction made this dress “a monstrosity“? Besides your own personal opinion, of course. Perhaps the original owner passed away and her family donated all of her things, which in my own opinion makes it even worse that you keep making fun of it. Coming from someone with pink hair who doesn’t even know how to wear her T-shirt right side out at that. Grow up. Also, your living room is a monstrosity 🤣
Stevie Michelle The beads attached at the bottom were from the dollar store and were hand applied so poorly that they fell off without me even needing to use a seam ripper. The fabric used was a cheap plastic feeling satin with screen printed bows, the butt bow was GLUED on with hot glue, and the pink bows were also poorly attached and screamed 1980s. The actual bodice was sewn on crooked. It was very clear to me that this dress was made by someone who didn’t know how to sew. As for my living room, we all have different tastes, and I’ve actually received multiple offers on the hand carved credenza that I’m using as my TV stand. The rug was from Ross and was temporary as I had a puppy at the time that slid around on the hard floors and peed all over it anyways. The pink hair was a temporary dye that I did for Breast Cancer Awareness month that washed out with a few washes, which I also got a lot of compliments on. Not that I owe you, a rude troll on the internet an explanation, but the fact that this dress was in the Halloween section and not with the other 1980s wedding dresses at my thrift store speaks wonders to its presentation and construction.
I just think this showed that things done in a mean spirit are unnecessary and rile up others. Always be kind and respectful. And if the dress was so monstrous, why were u inspired to use it in your designs. For whatever reason, the dress existed the way it does... but be grateful u get the opportunity to repurpose it.
@@TEWMUCHBest comment here! Very polite but right to the point.
Beautiful job!
I don't think that the original owner would like hearing that their dress was hideous.
Beautiful
I have seen where people took that original high neck piece you cut off and turned it into a choker necklace. I thought it looked good as it matched the gown. Yes, the gown is very pretty, and it does not have to be a wedding gown. It would make a nice formal. As you said, the sash could be easily replaced in any color a person would like. I have seen them on Amazon for under $20.
Love it.. Nice work
Awesome Job Though 👏
Betty crocker scissors are proof you don't need the fanciest tools to make something beautiful.
Amazing!!
This video is so underrated lol
Why is there so much “sleeve hate”? I love off-the-shoulder with long sleeve styles.
Genius
Were you able to sell it?
Tick-Tack girl I actually never listed it for sale anywhere because I’m contemplating donating it to this place in my town that resells dresses and donates the proceeds to combating exploitation and trafficking! I haven’t decided what I wanna do yet haha.
@@hayliehomemaker Whatever you decide to do lm pretty sure that it would make someone happy one day.
l also love transforming wedding dresses. In fact l am uploading one on my channel right now. You should check it out and l also have a couple more dress transformation videos on my channel!
Tick-Tack girl that’s so cool!! I’ll be sure to check them out!
❤
Great job.
Why you kept saying hidiousous didn't someone get married in that......hummm
Sindarelladressmaking
I wanted to like this video, but when you kept using the word "hideous" for what was actually a BEAUTIFUL beginning piece, I lost interest.
Hey Watch Your Tone About This Breatiful Gurl.......I'm A Gown Curator
So.. its beautiful but you used meat cutting scissors.. that's all I could think about 😅
Ally Cat I couldn’t find my fabric scissors so I just used my crafting ones from the dollar tree! They were just as sharp hahaha don’t worry they’ve never been used on meat 😂
That was really the most ugly dress i'v ever seen , but you transfer it to a beautiful wedding dress .
The after dress looks like a 5$ thrifted dress. The before dress has much more details and charm. You made a tulle monster, didn't even try to put in some unique details.
Lullilu222 I guess that’s why I sold it for $250 on eBay then? As denoted in some of the other replies, this dress was horribly constructed and from the 1980s with poorly sewn hems, horribly attached beads and lace and screen printed bows and holes all over it. I’ve seen beautiful 80s dresses because I worked in a bridal shop for over two years. The quality on this dress was horrendous and was destined for the dump. If I didn’t buy it, it would have ended up in a landfill because even the store employees placed it in the Halloween section instead of the bridal section.
Dont let it get to you, the before WAS horrible for most of us. The after looked like it's meant for a dainty ballerina bride. You did a nice job ☺
Thank you Eli!
@@lizziemiss945 That's your opinion. In my eyes the transformation is uninspired. Too simple, no details.
I love what you did with that monstrosity of a dress.
It went from tired and cheap to beautiful and new.
I did this with an 80s ballgown that purchased at Salvation Army. They were asking $50 but let me have it for $25.
-Oxy, destruction, construction...the final press/steam took me 3 mornings.
On the day of my niece's wedding she looked absolutely stunning.
She had seen the dress, called me and sent pictures saying "could you? would you??"
I love a challenge.
That dress had a bow as wide as my shoulders and as long as my legs.
I wish I could share the pictures.
Well done and thank you for saving old dresses both at your workplace and at home for profit. So cool!
That's so awesome! I love bringing old and unwanted items back to life and I am so glad other people do too! Thank you for watching and for sharing your story!
It was not a hideous dress to me. Yes, your opinion, but I lost interest.
......that was a vintage dress from 1912
Cheyanne Starr no it wasn’t. It was from the 1970s or 1980s. The fabric was a cheap satin with a screen printed floral pattern on it (which wasn’t even invented until the late 1900s), and the little bows are a huge dress characteristic of the 70s. The reason it looks old is because there was an “antique revival” aesthetic that was really popular during those decades so they recreated late 1800s styles. I work in a dress shop and have held old dresses and that was NOT one of them.
Also the zipper is plastic, and the lace was really strong and is a design that would not be on an antique dress. Moreover, notice the butt bow? This was a handmade monstrosity from the 70s or 80s. Im not sure where the exact date of “1912” came from, but you’re wrong lmao.
The 1912 is because it looked like a family herlum wedding dress from my great great grandmother in 1912. I will give you the plastic zipper but as far as the rest of it, it looks rather accurate and quite beautiful if you ask me. But to each their own.
You tried to start shit but got dunked on. Oops
You obviously know nothing about antiques and what period pieces are from. It’s crazy to try and argue this dress is from 1912. It screams 1970/1980s 😂