Floral Applique Long Sleeve Illusion Gown

I love this dress; however the arm hole is small and sleeves are tight!! Too much cleavage shows, but that can be solved by cutting the hem off about 3” and using that fabric between the breasts. I’m 5’8” and mid 60s and have gained some weight, and the 10 works perfectly in my waist and length, but the arm holes was cutting into my underarms and my seamstress decided to use the size 12 dress. (I ordered a 10 and 12) She thought it would be a better fit in the arms for me. The dress is a perfect length, however i need the fabric for the piece between my breasts and we are going to cut off the dress 3”. The sleeves are lined with a nude netting and the dress is lined with a blue netting, blue satin liner then the outer lace. No slip needed.

Bought this dress for my son's May 17th Beach wedding. I am 65, curvy size 12/14 DD bra size and dress was perfect for me. I do love more "sexy" gowns but for this wedding and as mother of the groom, I wanted to look and feel more conservative but trendy and lovely. I also want total COMFORT! I love that I do not have to squeeze into any shapewear as the dress has a higher embellished waistline. Smoothing undergarments and my regular bra work fine. I did have my alterations include: Adding covering (using lace from hem alteration) at plunging neckline as I am too busty for a deep plunge bra. This allows me to wear my good and comfy bra. Invest in a good bra ladies! Added BELL SLEEVES (LOVE) to the end of the cuff (at the wrist) that I saw on anther Macdougall dress. Although lovely I did not want the cuff as it was, so again using the hem surplus fabric, I had the seamstress gather fabric to add bell sleeves from wrist to top of hand on the sleeves. Looks beautiful and a bit more "trendy" and "youthful. Last, I hemmed dress as it looks in picture. I am wearing silver strappy sandals, kitten heel, and as it is on the beach for ceremony and dancing indoors at venue, I did not want to step on or trip on floor length. So made it slightly below ankles as model has it. I am not wearing necklace, as bodice is embellished with flowers and crystals. I am wearing Givenchy blue and crystal orb drop earrings. Overall, love my choice as MOG. If you want to be comfortable and look elegant for a great price and a quality gown, this is a great choice. Will come back after wedding to add photos if allowed.