shortened version is much better! The dress looks original and I like how the skirt keeps its shape. when I read about the sleeve, I saw myself :))))) the other day I sewed straps to the backpack, and so I twisted one of them, that my husband had to unzip the fasteners in order to put the strap on properly. question: how did I do this and where were my eyes? ))))) I am sure that you will think up something and the dress will turn out great!