cocktail off shoulder dress Illusion Sweetheart Off-Shoulder with Open Criss-Cross Back | Long & Short Homecoming Dress Shoulder Sleeves is designed for those seeking soft structure with a feminine Velvi Off-the-Shoulder Mini Party Dress

www.trulyvictorian.com Scrap of material approximately 1 metre, to make the bag at the bottom 28.5 yards (26 meters) boning of your choice mine was bought from:- 14.25 yards (13 meters) bone casing 7.75 yards (7 Meters) grosgrain ribbon Tie strings Belting, or suitable grosgrain webbing for waistband Foundation Petticoat Approximately 10 meters Ivory polyester organza (with a sheen) (this was also used to make frills) 8 metres white silk organza 6 metres blue synthetic polyester organza (with a sheen) 13 metres iridescent organza Hooks and Eyes Second Petticoat layer: 6-7 metres pale lilac polyester chiffon Scrap of Blue or lilac cotton fabric to make a waistband Hooks and Eyes Fishing Line Triple layered full circle skirts: 5 metres white polyester organza 5 metres blue polyester organza 5 metres iridescent organza Scrap piece of blue or lilac cotton fabric for the yoke

In winter, go for heavier fabrics like wool blends for added warmth and sophistication

Buttermilk adds tanginess and will result in a looser consistency

Your rehearsal dinner dress should match the venue and dress code, whether thats a relaxed backyard gathering or a more elegant restaurant setting