Research wedding gown styles over time. Familiarize yourself with the unique design elements and gown construction of the time. Decide what styles appeal to you and start thinking about how certain alterations and modifications would improve upon the appearance of the dress.
Closely inspect the dress for stains, rips and other signs of wear and tear. Older dresses are likely to have imperfections, and many of them are easily repaired. Look for signs of discoloration and yellowing that is harder to treat. Notice the placement of tears and stains. Chances are you're cutting the flawed section off anyway.
Begin the transformation. A vintage wedding gown may be in need of minor tweaking or a major overhaul. If you have alteration skills, perform the work yourself. If not, enlist the help of a professional seamstress. Decide what features should stay and what needs to be changed. Shortening or removing sleeves immediately updates the look and adding a V or scoop neck makes a dress more immodest and contemporary. Chop off a cumbersome train for a more informal look or make a formal full-length gown into a fun and flirty tea length style.
Add a silk flower pin or pins to the skirt of the dress. One large flower can make a statement when attached to the hip or waist of the dress while adding several small flowers to the skirt area of the dress can add visual interest to an otherwise plain skirt.
Accessorize your ensemble, using the wedding dress as a blank canvas. Base your choice of accessories on your wedding theme and your dress design. Add a pair of shoes in a bright color, wear bold jewelry, incorporate vintage elements such as a blusher veil or formal, white gloves or add a shawl or jacket.
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