Put the dress on and align the inner panel across your body
Wrap the inner tie around your waist and secure it at the side or back
Bring the outer panel across the front of your body
Hold the neckline and waist in place so the dress sits flat
Wrap the outer tie around your waist
Thread the tie through the side opening or hole if the dress has one
Pull the tie snug to adjust the fit
Tie the ends into a knot
Tie a bow if desired
Smooth the fabric and adjust the neckline and hem