Wedding Dress Lace Off-the- Shoulder Question
Raglady51
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Hi, I am working on my daughter’s wedding gown and I have made a strapless sweetheart bodice, from another pattern. I want to make this off-the-shoulder overbodice with long sleeves ( omitting cuffs) out of chantilly lace. My question is, will the lace hold up solely, by itself, or do I have to underline it?
My daughter just wants just the lace , as she didn’t like the organza lining under the lace from when she was trying on wedding dresses.
Any suggestions are appreciated. The wedding is in 2 weeks!
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Chantilly lace is delicate, However, it may not have the structure and stability needed to hold up on its own, especially for an off-the-shoulder overbodice with long sleeves. Without any underlining, the lace might not provide the necessary support and structure to create the desired look.
Since your daughter prefers just the lace without any organza lining, you might consider using a lightweight, flesh-coloured fabric for underlining. This can help provide some stability and support while maintaining the sheer and delicate appearance of the lace.
Thank you for your quick response! I ordered some nude organza to underline the lace.
I agree the lace is soft and the organza will stabilize it. Thanks again.