Adding lace sleeves onto a strapless dress

BHLDN has toppers you can wear over the strapless dress to give it that look. I'm sure they can be added but it might be worth a look.

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I'd speak with your seamstress. They will be able to provide the best information for you. Personally, I don't see it being a problem but, you will need to ask to be sure.

I had my dress custom made. The sleeves were one of the last items added. It was a pretty simple process. They measured my arm and then pinned the lace in place to where I wanted it. Since this was after the bodice was completed, I don't think your seamstress will have any problem adding lace sleeves to your dress.

Adding sleeves to my dress

I bought a lace top/jacket at the boutique where I bought my dress. Mine is off-the-shoulder but you might ask your dress shop.

Here's mine pre-altered

Thank you ladies for the input, I'm feeling a lot more confident now ☺️

I’m planning to get lace straps added...I bought the matching lace. But if for some reason the seamstresss can’t, you can also do a bolero or jacket. I saw many beautiful ones online and have it in the back of my head as an option!

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I would contact a seamstress to see what they can do. I know the one that works where I bought my dress from has a ton of extras that she can add to dresses. Good luck!

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