u/unrobeme

Hello everyone!

I am making a wedding guest dress and I’m currently on my second mockup. I plan to have this as the base that I will attach a flounce or long ruffle at the hem to make it knee length or midi. (Examples of similar styles in the photos)

I’m having trouble identifying the causes of the draglines at the waist that point down to my hips and the ones stretching across my back. I really like the fit of the top but waist and down it looks a bit messy.

Any ideas on what adjustments I need to make? I don’t want it to be fully body con, but I’d like it to be pleasantly form fitting which some wiggle room around the hips.

Thanks for any help!