Hi everyone, I recently bought a dress, and while I love the design, I feel like the fit could be improved. Specifically, the shoulder area feels a bit off, and I’m wondering if I should narrow the shoulders or adjust the straps. The straps also feel slightly too short, and the dress doesn’t sit as comfortably as I’d like. I’m unsure if I should focus on the shoulders or lengthen the straps for a better fit. Does anyone have experience with adjusting dress fit? Any advice on what could work better for a more comfortable fit?

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I’ve had similar issues with dresses before, and narrowing the shoulders or adjusting the straps can really transform the fit. If the dress is a bit loose on the shoulders, narrowing them could enhance the overall look, giving you more definition in that area. But if you're more concerned about comfort and the dress pulling in awkward places, adjusting or lengthening the straps might be the way to go. I would also recommend considering how the straps affect the overall length and how it sits on your body. Sometimes a simple adjustment in strap length can make a huge difference in how the dress feels while still keeping its shape intact. Just make sure to try both options and see what makes you feel most comfortable

I completely understand what you're going through! It can be tricky when the fit isn't quite right, especially in such an important area like the shoulders or straps. From my experience, narrowing the shoulders might help if the dress feels too wide there and you can do all the Dress Alterations in Londons boutique. It would give the dress a more tailored, structured look and improve the overall silhouette. On the other hand, if the straps are too tight, it could pull the dress in a way that feels uncomfortable. Lengthening the straps might make a huge difference without affecting the overall look. I’d suggest taking it to a professional tailor—they can usually work with both the straps and the shoulders to give you a more comfortable fit while keeping the design intact. It’s worth trying both options if you're not sure!