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I didn't really ask for a specific, but I was familiar with the "loops" that they do at David's Bridal where it hangs onto a button they put on the back of the dress... that was the kind of bustle I was expecting... but they actually sewed in these "clasps" under the dress where they snap on... so there was a "line" of snap things along the inside hem part that snapped into the "closure" part of the snaps the attached further up underneath the dress... it gave it a better look than I had intended since I saw my cousin's dress was hooked with the ring loop for if you want to hold the train. I would google pictures of the different kinds of bustles and go with one that would fit your dress best...or you can even ask them to send you pictures of how they would recommend it for your type of dress. Good luck hun!

D14me: I think your dress is stunning and that they did a very good job. My actual dress turned out better than the proofs, but I can see how you would want more pleating at the top, maybe ask them for more "scrunching and more sheer layers for the sweeping part over the bodice to create a more "pleat-like" look..." I actually went out and bought a separate flower to clip on my strap to create more of a fuller flower strap because I felt that the original flowers weren't quite enough... but by the end of the night, I had so much fun, I lost my flower clip and no one noticed... I guess I partied too hard...It will wear more beautifully than it appears on the proofs because it's designed for your body shape and I can just picture the elegance of the train, so keep the train... you can always ask for a bustle. I think they charged me about 10 bucks but it was all I needed. Best wishes on your wedding! Â Cindy: Thanks hun! I thought it was a pretty good deal too. I really went in on this knock off thing without intention to expect a glamourous dress...and maybe that helped a lot when I got it- although you'd be surprise of the polyester taffeta that I was so worried about! It's actually a great weight and no one would have ever guessed my dress was under $200 smackeroos! The other reason was that since I didn't wish to preserve the dress, I'm getting it chopped above the knees and hugged for my anniversary... I'm so frugal in that way...lol, but it's only because I loved the versatility of the bodice! If you went for the real deal, don't feel bad, that's a permanent guarantee on the beauty and quality! I wouldn't feel bad at all, you'll be beautiful! Just think of this knockoff route as an outlet for when you may need a different kind of dress for a future event you can actually risk the authencity of it!

You guys are super sweet =) Thanks! I wish all you brides the best! For those who would like to see my "Plan-it-myself-wedding-in-3-months-Photo album, here's a peek... http://weddingwire.com/hongandash  maybe sharing will rev up some ideas along the way... I sure did my share of snooping around for inspiration! <3 <3 <3 Now, I'm off to Maui... going to go get my snorkel on! tee hee

I hope all of you the best in planning for your big day. I found this web forum a few months back while I was planning for my own and discovered it to be very helpful. After observing and looking at all the available outlets out there in getting my dress, I decided that Gianinar was the one I would go with in making my dress. Keep in mind that I'm probably a little less picky on my dress being the IT dress and how perfect it had to be, but I had a general idea and went with the design I loved, simple and different- but also knowing that buying a knockoff meant that I couldn't anticipate a gorgeous gown either.... Â But it turned out, I absolutely LOVED my dress. Here's the picture =) No alterations needed, and the biggest lesson I got from it by the end of my wedding night- was that my dress no matter how much I would have spent, would've been in that "dragged on the floor, got dirty and filthy while I was dancing the night away" condition. In that way, I was thrilled that I only spent 120 plus the 60 shipping! Â However you chose, may your celebration be wonderful nonetheless, because in the end, you'll be married so no point in sweating the small stuff... Â