Glenn and Company Sample Sale Bridal Gowns




	DESSY NAME OF GOWN: "PALOMINO BALLGOWN" COLOR: Palomino/Champagne SIZE: 10 FABRIC: Matte Satin CONDITION: Good condition - except for a black mark on the skirt which was made by someone stepping on it. This can be cleaned, because we've gotten these marks out before. Bring to your local dry cleaner. Otherwise, a great dress with a great shape. DESCRIPTION: Flattering corset-shaped top with straps and pretty dipped neckline. Full ballskirt with pretty box-pleats. A flattering way to show off your figure, or, wear as a gown to a gala party, or a second wedding. FOR MEASUREMENT INSTRUCTIONS - CLICK ON "GETTING MEASURED FOR A BRIDESMAID'S DRESS" AT TOP OF PAGE ORIGINAL PRICE: $290.00 SALE $50.00 This dress has been significantly marked down - therefore, no trying on of dresses beforehand. No returns - all dresses shipped to customer, no local picking up of merchandise. Contact us for more information: info@glennandcompany.com

GETTING MEASURED FOR A SAMPLE MAIDS' DRESS:

BACKGROUND:
NO HUMAN BODY WILL FIT INTO A DESIGNER'S SIZE CHART PERFECTLY! Bridal sizing is usually 2 sizes up from your usual ready-to-wear street clothing! Everyone will need alterations of some sort. These gowns are not custom-made for you. Therefore, more unusual body types will need more alterations than the average person. We cannot control what alterations cost in your area. Alterations are an art - the seamstress may have to do more than the average 'nip and tuck' if you have a large chest and very small waist, or have a wide waist and small but, are pregnant, or have recently had a baby.

THE NUMBERS TELL US EVERYTHING:
The measurements you have taken should be compared to the designer's specific size chart above.

Dresses should be ordered according to your largest measurement. Your bust may measure at a size 4, but your waist may be an 8. Therefore, a size 8 will ensure that the dress fits your waist. Your bust will have to be taken in more than usual. If you are in-between sizes, you must go up to the next size. You can let out seams in bridal gowns, but we can only estimate that you can gain an inch at the most. If you measure out at more than an inch larger than any measurement, we cannot guarantee that the dress will fit. Also, you would not want to let out any dress with intricate beading, or an organza overlay, as it may be quite noticeable. It is always easier to take in a seam than let out one!

For brides who may have a little extra around the waist: There is hope! By wearing a "smoothie" - a power-net type panty that has a high waist - often can take off as much as an inch to your waist. We often have our brides wear these under their bridal gowns for a smoother look, and to help them get into a snug-fitting dress.

For brides who may be on a weight-loss plan: If you are on Jenny Craig, or the Atkins Diet, or working out with a trainer, you may be able to get into the sample dress of your dreams. Estimate your weight loss. Ten pounds lost, and you can lose an inch in your waist! If you have time until the wedding, and are determined to lose it for your wedding, you probably will! Factor this weight loss into your size goal. If the sample dress is a little small now, you may get into it by the time of the wedding.


HOW TO GET MEASURED FOR A SAMPLE DRESS:
		PLEASE GET MEASURED OVER YOUR UNDERGARMENTS ONLY! DO NOT GET MEASURED OVER YOUR SHIRT OR SWEATER AND PANTS! PLEASE WEAR A BRA!! Please do not wear a sports bra or one of those mesh, tube-type bras that everyone is wearing these days. They do not give you support, and will flatten you out. Wear a good underwire bra, preferrably with a molded cup - Body by Victoria at Victoria's Secret , and most good bra manufacturers such as Lillyette and Bali all make them. If you are measuring yourself with the help of a friend - PLEASE USE A MEASURING TAPE! These are inexpensive and available at most chain store such as Wal-Mart or Target. Please, no dental floss or 6" rulers! STEP 1: MEASURE YOUR BUST: With arms out at your sides, bring the tape measure around your back and across the fullest part of your bust. Make sure the measuring tape is not sliding up your back. Put your arms down at your sides. Take that measurement. Different bras may give you a different measurement, depending on the amount of support and bra padding. STEP 2: MEASURE YOUR WAIST: Bring the tape measure around your natural waist, where your waist naturally indents, just above your belly button. Take that measurement. Do not measure your waist at the point where most girls wear their low-rider, hip-hugger pants and skirts. This is far below your natural waist! STEP 3: MEASURE YOUR HIPS: Measure your hips at their widest point, which is at the top of your thighs, about 7'8" below your waist that you have just measured. Take that measurement. STEP 4: TAKE EACH MEASUREMENT AGAIN: Did you get the same measurement exactly the second time? Great! That is the number you use. If you got a different number, do it again until you get the same measurement. STEP 5: SEE IF YOU FIT INTO THE SIZE CHART ABOVE. Your measurements must be at or below the size chart above. Your largest measurement would have to fit into that particular size. If you are looking ar a size 10 dress, and your bust measures at a size 14, you will not fit into the sample dress! If you fell in love with a size 12 sample, and you measure at a size 10, you can probably have the dress taken in. It is OK to go down a size, possibly two, but any more than that would require the talents of a very precise seamstress! IF YOU ARE 5'9" OR OVER, THIS DRESS MAY BE TOO SHORT FOR YOU. WEARING LOW HEELS OR FLAT SHOES MAY BE NEEDED.