I am so sad to let this one go, but I have to face facts that it's meant for someone else! This is the Kaneko x Teja Jamilla Fleur du Mal JSK, version 1, in size 4, and it fits much larger than the listed measurements. I have spoken to three seamstresses about altering it; one damaged it by not using silk pins on the taffeta, one refused to touch it period (and the dress sustained damage even from silk pins), and the third quoted me a minimum of $200 to alter it. You can see the scars in the print in the last two photos—there are a few more of these on the bodice, though they are generally hard to pick out from the print, but as a buyer you should be aware. The scars pictured are on the back of the bodice near the waist seam, and at the side seam by the armhole, respectively. There is one as well that I found on the front strap of the bodice, from pinning a brooch to it for the one coord shot I took while wearing it for about an hour over a blouse.
Here are my independent measurements:
DO NOT USE PINS OR BROOCHES ON THIS DRESS. You will regret it. :(
Please don't hesitate to ask questions if you need!
Here are my independent measurements:
waist 132-150cm (123cm CLOSED, as in third photo)
bust 142-160cm (133cm CLOSED, as in third photo)
length 111cm
bodice length 46cm
center front 31cm
side seam 18.5cm
skirt length 64cm
160cm bust and 150cm bust are THE ABSOLUTE MAX, and due to the nature of the printed taffeta I would not suggest hitting or surpassing this max, but a few cm below should be fine. The CLOSED measurements are with the shirring panel laced completely shut, and the shirring itself folded to one side under the bodice. I don't particularly suggest this either, as it may still be too loose. 142cm bust and 132cm waist are my minimum recommendations for a comfortable and flattering fit that allows the lacing over the shirring panel to be shown as designed.
160cm bust and 150cm bust are THE ABSOLUTE MAX, and due to the nature of the printed taffeta I would not suggest hitting or surpassing this max, but a few cm below should be fine. The CLOSED measurements are with the shirring panel laced completely shut, and the shirring itself folded to one side under the bodice. I don't particularly suggest this either, as it may still be too loose. 142cm bust and 132cm waist are my minimum recommendations for a comfortable and flattering fit that allows the lacing over the shirring panel to be shown as designed.
DO NOT USE PINS OR BROOCHES ON THIS DRESS. You will regret it. :(
Please don't hesitate to ask questions if you need!
Shipping to United States: $10
Shipping outside United States: Contact seller for quote
Condition: Minor Damage
Brand: Western Indie
Damage: Scratches Or Scuffs
Style: Gothic
Colors: Black
Reference Link: Lolibrary.Org
Category: Dresses
• I have two cats, including a longhair cat. My clothes are kept completely covered away from my cats and I lint roller before shipping for good measure, but I cannot guarantee there will be no allergens.
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- Buy it Now placed by Never for $178 on 2021-12-31 01:31:56 UTC
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