staud red dress Grazia gathered linen midi - Complement the simplicity with minimal accessories. Ilana Dress

What did I learn from this experiment

Charlotte Tilburys The Retoucher is good, as it can be used as a concealer and a brightener

Cost-wise, Lolas typically charges a $1,000 flat rate for dress reconstruction services, whether a bride has three fittings or 15 fittings

These discounted wedding gowns have been gently tried on by other brides in-store but have never been worn down the aisle so theyre in beautiful condition and ready to become yours, without the long wait times and extra fees that come with custom wedding dress orders

Occasion: Weddings, festivals, evening events, or cultural performances

Runs small, size up