When prepared for properly, your bustle should only take a few minutes!
As a wedding photographer, I have seen many brides struggle with bustling their wedding dress during the reception. A well-designed and color-coded bustle can make this process much easier, allowing you to enjoy your reception without worrying about tripping over your dress. Here are some tips for color coding your wedding dress bustle. Some of these tips will need to be communicated to your seamstress to make happen when you are having your dress altered.
Choose a color: Select a color that is visible and contrasts well with your dress. You can use different colors for different layers of your dress, or use the same color for all of the layers. I have seen some brides do color blue to blue for ties/buttons to match quickly.
Gather your materials: Work with your seamstress to add ribbon, thread, and a needle that matches the color of your chosen ribbon. Make sure the ribbon is sturdy enough to hold the weight of your dress.
Plan your bustle: Determine the number of layers on your dress and where the bustle points will be. You can work with your seamstress to determine the best placement for the bustle points.
Sew the ribbon: Using a needle and thread, sew the ribbon to the underside of each bustle point on your dress. Make sure the ribbon is securely attached.
Mark the ribbon: Use a marker or pen to mark each ribbon with the corresponding layer of your dress. This will help you quickly and easily identify each bustle point.
Practice the bustle: Make sure to practice busting your dress before your wedding day. Have someone help you and take note of any adjustments that need to be made. I have had this job be put on a lot of Maid of Honors. Tip: If the bustle is more advanced, take a video of it being bustled by the seamstress to help the process go fast on the day of!
Label the ribbon: Use small labels or tags to mark each ribbon with the corresponding layer of your dress. This will help ensure that you have the right bustle point for each layer.
By color-coding your wedding dress bustle, you can make the bustling process much easier and stress-free. This will allow you to focus on enjoying your reception and dancing the night away with your loved ones.
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