High Slit U Neck Chiffon Bridesmaid Dress with Ruffle Sleeves and Open Back Bow Detail Ever Pretty US This is how to properly shorten the straps of a lined dress! You have to seam rip your straps open if the rest of the bodice is sewn down. , I have an older tutorial on how to shorten the straps of a Peach Bridesmaid Chiffon Dress, Long Greek Style Wedding Party Gown With Draped Bodice Etsy How to Get Wrinkles Out of Chiffon Dress? BRIDALVENUS How to Hem a Dress Without Sewing: Easy Techniques How do I shorten this dress without a sewing machine? :') : r sewhelp