Hemming Bridesmaid Dress Shop on Pinterest Before After, I hemming, both sides taking in mermaid gown eight layers , shortened straps and bustle as well done great!! Hemming with horsehair simple and clean, just like the original., #christinealteration #alterations #hemming #prom #gown DRAPED ONE SHOULDER BODICE MERMAID GOWN MARMAR HALIM FASHION DESIGN LLC Our preferred bustle style for many mermaid gowns is an over bustle (also known as an American bustle). This particular bustle was executed with a series of five discreet buttons with bow fastenings