How to alter this dress?

Hi, I'm new to this site and loving everything about it! Going to post some of the crafty things I have done soon, but on to my current dilemma.
I have a white&black polka dot halter style dress, kind of retro/rockabilly. I bought it before I got pregnant, and now that I have had my baby and shrunk back to normal(ish) size, it is too small in the boob area. I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas on what I can do with it? It still fits in the waist, and has a zipper up the back.
Looks sort of like this one but without the belt
http://www.lindybop.co.uk/ekmps/shops/lindybop1/images/classic-black-polka-dot-vintage-1950-s-rockabilly-pinup-halter-neck-party-swing-dress-43-p.jpg

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3 replies since 21st June 2012 • Last reply 21st June 2012

Reply #1:

Maybe slit the sides and place black elastic OR slit the front and put lace in it.

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Reply #2:

Oh I love the lace idea! Maybe I will try that, thanks!

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Reply #3:

If your dress has the same side front seams as in your picture, open the seams up, inserst a v-shaped piece of material in each one (black or white) Then, applique the same type v down the front left or right of th skirt. I think that will turn out nice.

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