Updating my review now that wedding photos are in! As you can see, the dress is gorgeous and it photographed beautifully. I’m quite petite and lost a few pounds during the wedding planning process, so it needed further alterations in the end.
Initially I only wanted to take in the bodice so that the corset would fit more snugly and securely. But he also hemmed the bottom so that I could walk a bit more easily. I didn’t realize that the dress also needed a bustle (silly me!), and the tailor added this too.
Since the skirt is very full and long, we needed a 4-point bustle for the train to sit securely off of the floor. We even trimmed the skirt’s underlining to make it work. But again, I’m short and petite so this may not be needed for someone taller.
Unexpected alterations aside, I’m very pleased with my dress from Marelli! It felt unique, in a classic and elegant way. Just be sure to provide extremely accurate measurements when ordering. While it did fit well when I received it, the extra alterations absolutely made it shine.