bridal dress fitting 12 Tips for Wedding Alterations You Should Know About The removable skirt adds versatility and the main material of fine satin gives a luxurious touch The Final Wedding Dress Fitting

The cap toe adds a classic dress finish, while the lace-up closure provides a secure and adjustable fit

Try playing with different textures and patterns while keeping the overall aesthetic cohesive, such as pairing a tweed jacket with cotton chinos

Short Puff Sleeves: The sleeves gather softly at the shoulder and end with wide lace ruffle cuffs a feminine detail visible from every angle

Maple syrup : A little sweetness to balance all that acidity

After talking to a super un helpful man at my local hardware store (shout out to Koontz Hardware!), I figured out that it really does need to be sanded (you know, with a sander and not just sandpaper) and would likely need several coats of paint