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Important dress decision - HELP!!! :)

Oookkk....

So, I'm thinking about adding straps to my dress.  For two reasons - 1. Obviously, I'll feel more supported and 2. My FI is not really into the strapless look at all.  I know that may sound weird and people will say.. as long as you like it, wear whatever you want... but I AM marrying him.  I'm sure he'd still think I look beautiful, but I'm starting to think straps on this might look really pretty!  My question is... should I leave it alone, and keep it strapless, add just thin, plain ivory straps or add lace straps???  Here's a pic... Let me know your thoughts!




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Re: Important dress decision - HELP!!! :)

  • I'm curious to know what the lace straps look like... is there a pics somewhere with a dress that has what you are thinking of getting?

    I'm thinking the lace straps would look nice (so that's what I voted for)... would it be the same lace as in your dress?
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  • I'm not sure how to vote.  I like the dress the way it is but if you'd be more comfortable then you should go with straps. Would you do two straps or make it a halter? 

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  • I picked lace straps.  If you use lace similar to your dress it'll look really nice.  My FI is like yours and not big on the strapless look.  I have a dress with lace straps plus I don't want to be tugging at the dress all night.
  • I am not sure how to vote either.  Are there any pics?  I do feel that if you are more confortable with straps, you should go fo it.
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  • Yes... there is like 20 feet of lace they're taking off the bottom since I'm barely 5' tall hahaa!!!  They would use that lace to make me straps! 

    Lindsay can I see a pic of your dress???  Have you posted one?
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  • I haven't posted any pics of it =(  it's getting made and the lady told my mom that the top was finally attached to the bottom.  I have a fitting on the 17th and it should be done by then and then I'm gonna AW it up!!

    Also, want to get together for a drink on the 17th after my fitting?  I'll be in the brandon area but can go wherever
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    My FI doesn't like strapless tank tips and I never even asked about strapless for a wedding dress....which mine is, but I think it he was to tell me he didn't like it on. Wedding dress I would add some. Are you going with regular straps or maybe the off the shoulder cap sleeve style straps?
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  • I voted for lace straps. I think a solid ivory will look weird but the lace would be beautiful.
  • I think thin plain ivory straps would look wierd, but if it were a little thicker and lace it could look awesome.

    What style of straps are you thinking? I'm not sure of you would be interested in a style like this, but I'm having cap sleeves like this added to my dress.



    I've also seen a ton of gorgeous one shoulder styles that would look great with your dress.
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  • I would say add straps if you feel comfortable and your FI likes straps. I really tussled with purchasing a dress. I love fashion my FI is very plain. My FI requested he see my legs and I wanted a long dress.

    This is what I came up with... Sorry, I haven't taken a picture of me in the dress. Mine is white.
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  • Oh, I can't decide! 
    I think that it looks great the way it is!  But, if you would be more comfortable with straps then I say go for the lace!  My biggest fear for myself is being uncomfortable in a wedding dress for 8hrs, so I say do what makes you happy and comfy!!
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  • I think the lace straps would look really cute! I do think it looks perfect as is though!
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  • I chose the lace strap option. I think it would be very beautiful :)
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