Okay, so I’ve been obsessed with the idea of a gothic wedding, specifically with a black and red dress. So I started this whole project to find, or even make, the perfect one. Let me tell you, it was a journey!
Initial Hunt
First, I scoured the internet. I mean, hours and hours of looking at pictures, online shops, everything. I was hoping to just, you know, find the one. I typed in every search term I could think of: “gothic wedding dress black red,” “victorian gothic dress,” “black and red ballgown”… you name it.
I found some pretty cool dresses, but nothing that really screamed “me.” Some were too plain, some were too costumey, and some were just…way too expensive.
Getting Crafty
So, after hitting a wall with ready-made dresses, I thought, “Why not try making my own, or at least altering one?”. I’m no professional seamstress, mind you, but I’ve dabbled in sewing before. I figured it couldn’t be that hard, right?
- I started looking at patterns online. So many patterns!
- I found a basic ballgown pattern that seemed like a good starting point.
- Then I started gathering materials. Black fabric, red lace, some beads, you know, the works. It was exciting!
The Sewing Begins (and the Struggles)
This is where things got interesting. I set up my sewing machine, laid out the pattern, and started cutting the fabric. The first few steps were okay. It was slow going, but I was making progress. But then I got to the more complicated parts, like the bodice and the sleeves. Oh boy.
I messed up a few times, had to rip out seams, and re-do things. I pricked my fingers with needles more times than I’d like to admit. There were moments where I wanted to just throw the whole thing out the window. I even considered ordering a cake and calling it a day.
Finding a Middle Ground
After a few weeks of this struggle, I realized I needed to adjust my expectations. I’m not a miracle worker, and making a perfect gothic ballgown from scratch was probably a bit too ambitious. So, I decided to simplify.I used part of my original design.
The End Result (Almost!)
It’s not 100% what I originally envisioned. There’s no long train and the lace at the border is simple. But, you know what? It is the closest thing I could ever have to my perfect gothic wedding dress. It’s black, it has hints of red, and it’s something I created. It’s unique, and that’s what matters.
So, that’s my story! It was a wild ride, full of ups and downs, but I learned a lot. I am ready to do it all again when I think of the next crazy thing I want.
