I want to alter this dress to be more flattering and show my figure but I have no idea where to start! The hips fit perfectly, it's just the top part I I've gained weight and my dress doesn't fit !! My day is in 8 weeks. I've gained around 8lbs since my fitting which doesn't sound much but the dress is size 8. Help! Is my upper back too tight? Took my dress to alterations and they told me there is no seam allowance or any way to let out the top area. I feel What is happening with the back on this dress? : r sewing I don't love how my back turned out in alterations. I didn't notice until I looked at the pictures that the back of the dress doesn't sit neatly on my back. Does