Should I Hack? B44esque Skirt

Hi Ladies,

Inspired by Una's post about shortening her Cha Cha Vente dress, I wondered if I might chop my skirt. I love the skirt but have worn it once since I bought it. The main issue is the length and the fitted-ness of the skirt making it hard to walk wearing heels. Flats are better, but I want to be able to wear both comfortably and generally for work I wear a heel.

Also, as much as I like a midi, I really enjoy a knee length on me.

I would still want to wear the high low style tops with it, but also more fitted jackets as well.

Is shortening it going to work do you think.
I don't want to ruin it:)

I would be cutting it just under the last layer if I do it:)

I have put picks of my skirt and Una's before and after pics. (Una, hope you don't mind)

Your opinions much appreciated.

xxxDeborah

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11 years ago

jen

Active Member

I vote shorten. I think Una's looks much better

Lantana

Veteran

I think if you deduct the two lower white stripes you will reveal your leg as it curves into your knee and that will look good.

Ingunn

(website)

I vote shorten, too! You don't wear enough now, so you aren't running a big risk on this one. It is waisted in your closet. Una's look FAB.

Mona

Although I like this length too, if you feel shortening makes it more wearable then go for it. but I am no expert on dresses as I dont wear them

jayne

hack hack hack....yes...I totally see you rocking this at a shorter length...it is holding you back from fabness at this length.

Deborah

That you awesome women! I didn't need much encouragement... it's done! And I think it looks great AND it feels comfortable. I had to pop out to the do the grocery shopping so I bought some dressmakers scissors while out as I was concerned my household scissors wouldn't be up to the job! I took a couple of quick pics to compare and make sure the length was good but I will do some proper pics later in the week properly dressed. Thanks for your input. I know I am going to get so much more wear out of it at this length... and a big thank you to Una for putting the idea in my head.

April

The full-length version is good, whereas the shorter version is awesome.

Reach for awesome.

Are you a good seamstress? (said in awe of anyone who can do more than sew on a button)

April, the skirt has raw edges ie. it is not hemmed. So in answer to your question, I am no seamstress, but I used my new dressmakers scissors, put on my glasses so I could see the lines clearly (lol) and cut!

sarah

I agree that as a petite, the knee length version works better. I missed Una's thread, but it really makes a huge difference!

Transcona Shannon

Yep - hack away!

christy

Glad you hacked! Can't wait to see it - I was amazed by the difference on Una and I'm sure the new length will be incredible on you. And hopefully more versatile!

Glory

I vote hack as well. You will get much more wear. Love the shortened version!

shedev

I like this dress so much better shortened.

merwoman

Am looking forward to seeing the post-surgical results!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Hack if you want to wear flats.

*hacking blessing*

I would vote in favour of hacking, but the dirty deed is done.

catgirl

(So humbled to be an inspiration.) I'm already looking forward to wearing this again now that I've hacked it, and I may even shorten the B44 dress also now. So, I'm a yay vote, though it sounds like I'm late! Love that skirt on you.

Anonymous

Una has started an epidemic! I think you were wise to cut, especially since you had never worn the skirt. Can't wait to see it this week.

Kyle

I love this skirt on you, D. But realize I don't know how tall you are. If you do shorten it, I would be very conservative at first, trimming and then photographing to assess. I don't think it will take much to hit the sweet spot.

Thanks for the unanimous Yay! And Angie, thank you for your blessing:)

Kyle I did exactly as you suggested. I took of a little, took a pic and then took of some more and another pic. I am very happy with the length which sits say 1cm below below my know.

I am planning on wearing it this week and will get some proper photos:)

Lyn D.

Just had to note that at this end of Winter my legs look as pale as yours, but with added dark hairs- Yikes! :o)
B.T.W I agree that the skirt will be excellent at the shorter length.

Lyn if it's any consolation, my legs are this color all year round!! I don't tan and I don't like being out in the sun!! So all my clothes have to work wel with Lilly white skin lol

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