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Another dress worry!!

I'm scared now this is the dress I want on Landy
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here is what appears to be Light in the Box interpretation of it , I hate it:eek:, now I'm really scared what if my dress ends up like that.
I'm getting my dress made by Milly but this has really made me wobble. I don't like any other dress's
Booo!!!
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  • Neeny82
    Neeny82 Posts: 342 Forumite
    Don't panic - take the second dress put it on the first model with the first lightong and they are probably not that different! I don't thnk the picture for the second is very good to be honest!

    A picture does not do a dress justice! My dress seriously is the most amazing dress and even the official picture does not do the dress justice at all!

    Don't panic - I'm sure it will all be fine! x
    :D Finally decided to start growing up when it comes to money!:j
  • kelda_shelton
    kelda_shelton Posts: 1,097 Forumite
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    I agree with Neeny - stay calm!

    (and what is going on with that hair in the second picture!?!)
  • Violetta_2
    Violetta_2 Posts: 3,588 Forumite
    I agree with Neeny - stay calm!

    (and what is going on with that hair in the second picture!?!)
    I know?? (Note to self DO NOT get a perm before the wedding) It has got to be a bad wig surely?
    I think it's the material of the dress too, I'm planning on a lilac rather than pink, I think the material looks a bit cheap in the other 1, think thats convinced me to go with Milly so I can see the pic's as they go,save me passing out when I open the package when it arrives.
    Neeny82 wrote: »
    Don't panic - take the second dress put it on the first model with the first lightong and they are probably not that different! I don't thnk the picture for the second is very good to be honest!

    A picture does not do a dress justice! My dress seriously is the most amazing dress and even the official picture does not do the dress justice at all!

    Don't panic - I'm sure it will all be fine! x
    I just know I don't look as good as either of the models ( even crazy hair girl!) oh what am I doing to myself.
    Sorry everyone I'm sure the dress & I will be gorgeous on the big day.
    Thanks for your help ladies, I'll try and behave now (I blame chocolate deprivation, it's made me unhinged :rotfl:)
    Booo!!!
  • Poppy9
    Poppy9 Posts: 18,833 Forumite
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    Why not buy it from Landy as it's only 129 euros!
    :) ~Laugh and the world laughs with you, weep and you weep alone.~:)
  • Violetta_2
    Violetta_2 Posts: 3,588 Forumite
    Poppy9 wrote: »
    Why not buy it from Landy as it's only 129 euros!
    I know what you mean, but I'm pretty sure Landy didn't make the dress in the picture, and I'd be scared it would look like the 1 in the second pic, but milly will keep you updated throughout the process

    This is from an email back from Milly

    The followings are the very important information of how we will make your replica dress, what materials we will use, and how long each production procedure will take. If you need more information, please feel free to let us know.
    Dress pattern and test dress (also called toile)
    Making a good quality dress from pictures needs a lot of work including making pattern, making test dress, adjusting test dresses for at least 3 times. For beading work, it is the same, for example, if we find that the beading pattern is not good on the sample dress, then all the beads should be taken off, and then re-do the work. Pattern and test dress work is a very important, because most of the basic elements of your dress are decided at this stage.
    Materials Milly Bridal would use on your dress
    Satin
    Taiwan made 395 thick bridal satin.
    Place of Origin: Taiwan
    100% Polyester
    Warp: 100D
    Weft: 300D
    Weight per square mater: 190 Gram
    Tulle
    Thin and soft satin, which is good for prom/evening dresses.
    Place of Origin: China
    100% Polyester
    Lace
    We will find the most similar lace from our lace suppliers.
    Lining
    Place of Origin: Taiwan
    100% Polyester
    190T
    Underlay
    Underlay is placed between Satin and lining on bodice
    Place of Origin: China
    Polyester/Cotton
    Beads
    Glass beads, bugle beads, seed beads, etc. Japan made Matsuno beads (Also called MGB beads)
    Czech Diamonds (at additional charge of USD $0.1 each)
    Swarovski Crystals (size 5mm, at additional charge of USD $0.25 each)
    Pearls
    Boning
    Place of Origin: Taiwan
    100% Polyester
    6mm Wide
    Horse Hair
    Horse Hair is fixed at hem of bridal gowns
    Place of Origin: Taiwan
    100% Polyester
    20mm Wide
    Lead Time & Budget of Work Time
    Procedure


    Budget of Work Time (Day)

    Making dress pattern
    25 Days
    Making test dress
    6 Days
    Making your dress
    Including Sewing, Beading, Embroidery, etc.
    31 Days
    Quality Inspection and cleaning
    5 Days
    Shipping
    8 Days
    Total lead time
    75 Days

    They will send you pics at every stage and for the extra £50 they quoted me I do feel it's worth it, we are saving lot's in other way's so this is me splashing out.

    Oh look I'm all protective of my dress lol!
    Booo!!!
  • Poppy9
    Poppy9 Posts: 18,833 Forumite
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    Don't wish to be gloom monster but how do they make sure it fits or can you return for adjustment?
    :) ~Laugh and the world laughs with you, weep and you weep alone.~:)
  • Violetta_2
    Violetta_2 Posts: 3,588 Forumite
    You tell them your measurements, your not being doom & gloom, don't worry.
    Booo!!!
  • Floss
    Floss Posts: 9,029 Forumite
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    Poppy9 wrote: »
    Don't wish to be gloom monster but how do they make sure it fits or can you return for adjustment?

    If you look on the Landy & Milly sites they have very precise measurement lists to be sent on order, and they will check these if they have any queries.
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  • debs2327
    debs2327 Posts: 1,172 Forumite
    sorry hun i dont see any difference between the dresss it is a beautifull gorgeous dress and im sure it will be perfect when it comes , ive heard soooo many ppl sooo pleased with there copy dresses im sure it`ll be fine xxx
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  • lindaatno9
    lindaatno9 Posts: 2,092 Forumite
    Violetta wrote: »

    This is from an email back from Milly

    The followings are the very important information of how we will make your replica dress, what materials we will use, and how long each production procedure will take. If you need more information, please feel free to let us know.
    Dress pattern and test dress (also called toile)
    Making a good quality dress from pictures needs a lot of work including making pattern, making test dress, adjusting test dresses for at least 3 times. For beading work, it is the same, for example, if we find that the beading pattern is not good on the sample dress, then all the beads should be taken off, and then re-do the work. Pattern and test dress work is a very important, because most of the basic elements of your dress are decided at this stage.




    Lace
    We will find the most similar lace from our lace suppliers.



    Lead Time & Budget of Work Time
    Procedure

    Budget of Work Time (Day)

    Making dress pattern
    25 Days
    Making test dress
    6 Days
    Making your dress
    Including Sewing, Beading, Embroidery, etc.
    31 Days


    They will send you pics at every stage and for the extra £50 they quoted me I do feel it's worth it,

    You know what, what a crock!! You are sending them £50 to have photo's of your dress in it's construction stage yes? How do you know it's YOUR dress. If this is a replica gown, they will already have a pattern, already found suitable fabrics, already have beading/embroidery templates. Think of the 100's of ladies buying this same style. They'd need a bloody big workforce to spend such an intricate amount of time on one dress. Lip service, that's what this is. Very good lip service as they are wanting to keep you calm and reassured so that is 1 good thing. But, I think £50 to see progress pictures is a con. Don't do it ladies!!

    Poppy, if you read the terms and conditions of any internet seller, mine included, the moment you sign up for custom made if there is anything wrong should it be style, colour, size they won't accept a return. They should, however, endeavour to put any dislikes, ill fitting etc right which is what I would always do (thankfully not had any as yet) but basically, custome made, you get stuck with a dress should that be the case.

    Violetta. I wouldn't worry hun. What is there not to like about the 2nd dress? The colour seems a bit more "vibrant" but this could be down to the photo. I imagine the 1st is taken from the original designers web site. Did you request a colour swatch? The flowers on the hip look a bit different but that's easily fixed if they aren't what you expected.

    Everyone is entitled to a wobbly moment. Don't panic, the dresses are beautiful. (Do you ever look the same in a photo??)
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