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ChrissynRicky
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I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress - UPDATE (with PIC)

Here are the pics from the actual dress:







UPDATE

So, I went to Lace Star yesterday after work and found the EXACT lace Monique has. The guy was very helpful, and it's mucho expensive ($125 per yeard) - so, he made me a copy of the lace, and giving it to my dress maker when I see her next Saturday to match exactly and hopefully get cheaper.

Thanks everyone for your feedback and advice!

Regards,
C.

Message edited 9/16/2005 7:17:06 AM.

Posted 9/14/05 3:37 PM
 

Kerrycec
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

your dress is alecon lace like mine, and that swatch isn't. Realy alecon lace has the wispy edges, fake doesn't. But I do think it would match ok.

Posted 9/14/05 3:39 PM
 

itslaurie.
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

no, I think the pattern repeats too much compared to the originals pattern. But it is pretty none the less.

Posted 9/14/05 3:39 PM
 

Beth1210
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

yes, the scalop is good- the pink color was throwing me off for a little-but it's hard to tell from a pic

Message edited 9/14/2005 3:41:01 PM.

Posted 9/14/05 3:40 PM
 

ChrissynRicky
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

But is it close enough to pass off like the "original?"

Not like I expect anyone to be all in the "grill" that close with a microscope verifying if it's the real deal or not...

Posted 9/14/05 4:15 PM
 

Jennie0898
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

I think it's close enough. It's very pretty nonetheless.

Posted 9/14/05 4:17 PM
 

M&S Sept12006
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

I personally like it and I think its pretty close to the original lace. I dont like the frills on the lace anyway...looks too fragile.

Posted 9/14/05 4:18 PM
 

PrincessConsuela
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress


Posted by ChristineAE

But is it close enough to pass off like the "original?"

Not like I expect anyone to be all in the "grill" that close with a microscope verifying if it's the real deal or not...



it is a pretty good match.
christine you also have to get a border lace correct to match that?

Posted 9/14/05 4:19 PM
 

ChrissynRicky
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress


Posted by PrincessConsuela


Posted by ChristineAE

But is it close enough to pass off like the "original?"

Not like I expect anyone to be all in the "grill" that close with a microscope verifying if it's the real deal or not...



it is a pretty good match.
christine you also have to get a border lace correct to match that?



Yes, for the border on the skirt...but that shouldn't be too hard.

Posted 9/14/05 4:20 PM
 

JessicaM.
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress


Posted by ChristineAE

But is it close enough to pass off like the "original?"

Not like I expect anyone to be all in the "grill" that close with a microscope verifying if it's the real deal or not...



where did you find that sample? there are others that look more like the one on the real deal....you should really get multiple swatches and compare them against each other....that's what I am doing.

hey, if you want, we can go fabric shopping together...I could meet in in the garment district or something

Posted 9/14/05 4:20 PM
 

ChrissynRicky
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress


Posted by JessicaM.


Posted by ChristineAE

But is it close enough to pass off like the "original?"

Not like I expect anyone to be all in the "grill" that close with a microscope verifying if it's the real deal or not...



where did you find that sample? there are others that look more like the one on the real deal....you should really get multiple swatches and compare them against each other....that's what I am doing.

hey, if you want, we can go fabric shopping together...I could meet in in the garment district or something



OMG!!!! That would be so much fun! I'm going to today after work to Lace Star - on 40th with MOH, they close at 6...just want to get an idea.

Yes, I'll definitely take you up on the offer!

Posted 9/14/05 4:21 PM
 

Beth1210
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

I think it's close- but keep looking - I think you might be able to find better

Posted 9/14/05 4:35 PM
 

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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress


Posted by Beth1210

I think it's close- but keep looking - I think you might be able to find better



I agree. HOWEVER, unless anyone else at your wedding knows the dress you are trying to duplicate, no one will be any wiser for the wear if you pick something that doesnt match. The bride (that woud be YOU) is the ONLY person who NEEDS to be satisfied.

Posted 9/14/05 5:16 PM
 

Soon2BeMrs2006
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

i think its pretty, but I would still look around and see what else you may be able to find. good luck

Posted 9/14/05 6:03 PM
 

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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

http://www.buttonsnboltsfabrics.com/_wsn/page15.html
HOW ABOUT THE ONE ONE THE BOTTOM LEFT?

Posted 9/14/05 6:17 PM
 

gNi1125
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

Close but not quite. ML's alencon lace is not as "close" as the one you posted. But then again I'm really anal about lace. Hence why I still don't have a dress Good Luck finding a match Christine.

Posted 9/14/05 7:25 PM
 

mbm750
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress

alencon's also a pretty big pattern - the pictured lace looks like it might be much smaller in pattern so that's something to look out for too.

Posted 9/14/05 10:32 PM
 

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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress


Posted by ChristineAE

But is it close enough to pass off like the "original?"

Not like I expect anyone to be all in the "grill" that close with a microscope verifying if it's the real deal or not...



Christine what are you trying to do? Copy the dress? Make a matching shawl or veil? Without knowing I can't say whether or not it is close enough to pass off like the original.

Posted 9/15/05 12:19 AM
 

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Posted by Soon2BeMrs2006

i think its pretty, but I would still look around and see what else you may be able to find. good luck



Agree

Posted 9/15/05 8:51 AM
 

ChrissynRicky
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress - UPDATE!

updated above.

Posted 9/15/05 9:48 AM
 

hmpena
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress - UPDATE!

YAY!!! It starting to happen, Chris!

Posted 9/15/05 10:02 AM
 

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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress - UPDATE!

That's awesome, Christine!!!!!!!! Yayee for you!!!!!!!

Posted 9/15/05 10:03 AM
 

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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress - UPDATE!

Pinina will find something. If she doesn't, maybe go with the expensive lace (I know, I know, it's a cost)...and have the dress you want, so you can be comfortable and happy! and know what to expect..less anxiety. No matter what, in the end, it will not cost 5,500! My 2 cents. I know you would have been happy with the first lace, already!

Posted 9/15/05 11:12 AM
 

Beth1210
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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress - UPDATE!

at least you know you can get it if you want it

I would not be able to stop myself- I have very little self control

Posted 9/15/05 11:59 AM
 

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Re: I need a good eye...Lace for Wedding Dress - UPDATE!

Christine, just curious. What color lace are you getting?

Either way the shape/design of the dress is great, i'm sure it will turn out awesome.

Posted 9/15/05 12:02 PM
 
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