I am dying trying to find dresses for my girls.
Problem 1: They are literally all different shapes and sizes.
BM1: Size 18-20, apple shape, big all over (arms, tummy, butt), 5'3"
BM2: Size 10-12, broad shoulders, 5'5"
BM2: Size 0 on a heavy day, flat every where, 5'1".
Problem 2: I've pretty much decided they have to wear different dresses to fit they different body types and to match their personal style a little better.
Problem 3: I also wanted the dresses to be something they WILL use again. I know so many people say that but the dress never actually gets used. I need it to be nice enough to pull off in my wedding, but not too formal that they'll never be able to wear unless they are meeting Obama.
Problem 4: My colors are red, primarily, with gold accents--cuz we're repping the Asian invasion. JK.
Problem 5: I'm a firm believer that if there is money to be saved, it's usually in attire. I did my groomsmen attire for around $70. I would like to save as much as possible on the girls as I can...this is probably where I'm having issues.
So here's what I've come up with so far:
Chiffon is a really forgiving fabric that will make my big girl thin, and my thin girl a little less wispy. If we did it in a knee length, it'll still look nice and they could totally use it again for a dinner date or whatever. Problem is, I can't find it in my colors for less than like $200.
Am I going to have to give up my ideas of reusable, affordable, cute, knee-length chiffon dresses?
Has anyone had dresses made from patterns with a seamstress/tailor?