Activity for Mrs.Shilling

Keep in mind the sample was 2 sizes too big...they clipped it in back they best they could but all thoses wrinkles on the bodice in the front will be gone when it actually fits! The back is shown with the bustle in. (forgive the facial expression!) ...

I am absolutely in love with "ambrosia" by maggie sottero...however its almost a $1700 dress before alterations...and my budget allows for $1000. Should I up my budget for this dress? Saw some I really liked at DB too. How much do you think is...