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I would head to Davids Bridal if youre looking for a cocktail dress for a more upscale event, or if youre looking for a cocktail dress for older women

Convertible gowns are able to be worn in a variety of different ways

I added a silk scarf here for an added pop of personality

I didnt expect the top to be in pieces after removing the veneer: I cleaned it really well with Odorless Mineral Spirits and then gave it a good sanding to smooth everything out with 220 grit sandpaper using my orbital sander

Specialty boutiques and online retailers like Ann Taylor, Sophia's Style, or Talbots are good sources for age-appropriate looks

Whether that means taking in a gown to make it smaller for your hips, bust, or waist (or maybe everywhere), adding cups, shortening straps, hemming the length, and adding in the bustle for your train, alterations are a standard part of the whole process