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Posted 4/4/2008 6:12 AM (GMT 0)
I bought my dress from a store in Seattle in July; called them with updated measurements two months ago, and just received it today. It's gorgeous but I'm drowning in it! I dropped from a size 4-6 to a 0 since I started school. Can a beaded dress be altered on a med student's budget/schedule? Unfortunately, the maker is 3,000 miles away. Maybe I should just go on prednisone so I can fit in my dress again. HA. That was a bad joke.
Posted 4/4/2008 8:51 AM (GMT 0)
Don't joke, Sarita. You never know; it could happen...

*knocks wood*

When's the ceremony? It's nice to know that the dress is gorgeous, though - that's a good start.

I.
Posted 4/4/2008 12:22 PM (GMT 0)
It's on June 1. Also across the country. It's coming so soon!
Posted 4/4/2008 1:55 PM (GMT 0)
Cool Sarita!
I would check with the dress maker and see what her requirements for adjustments are. Can you wait and see? The stress of the wedding might just cause a flare so you might just be back on pred and if all else fails you can tack or clip the dress.
Posted 4/4/2008 2:06 PM (GMT 0)
I work at a Bridal store and I've learned that ANYTHING can be altered! It shouldn't be a problem to have the dress taken in at the seams!
Posted 4/4/2008 4:44 PM (GMT 0)
Wouldn't you know...I was turning in my physiology exam this morning (thank HEAVENS that is over) and it turns out my physiology professor knows a great seamstress in town and gave me the info!
Posted 4/4/2008 6:03 PM (GMT 0)
Yeehaaa little bride, problem has a solution.  :)

Posted 4/4/2008 6:20 PM (GMT 0)
Sometimes where you buy your dress will offer alterations and they will "cap" at a certain amount. For instance, you only pay up to $100 for any and all alterations. Good luck!
Posted 4/4/2008 8:14 PM (GMT 0)
Congratulations!! Best of luck to you.
Posted 4/5/2008 12:49 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Your dress sounds great please let us know when it fits you better. Hope your wedding will be the best. lol gail
Posted 4/5/2008 3:40 AM (GMT 0)
Oh Sarita...what a special time for you! Hooray for the professor who saved the day and remember as perfect as you want YOUR day...it's the fowl ups that will always be remembered and make you laugh! Keep a light heart and a good sense of humor as everything is finalized and I'm sure you'll be a beautiful bride on a beautiful day! Congrats!
Posted 4/5/2008 4:46 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Sarita I just wanted to add my best wishes to you also. Boy you do have alot on your plate right now. A wedding, trying to get diagnosed and in medical school. Whew!!! Our you in the states or elsewhere? Be sure to take care of you! We Crohnies need a doc like you!
Posted 4/5/2008 6:20 PM (GMT 0)

Congratulations!! Weight definately can bounce with IBD,two years ago I went to barely a size 4,now I'm back to my norm 8,did get to 12 with Prednisone,I HATE that stuff!!

Sooooo happy for you :-)

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