Hello all! 

A bit about my upcoming plans— in September 2026, my fiancé and I are having a “wee” wedding the Scottish Highlands (11 people total). I will have 2 dresses: a ceremony dress (still looking), and an adventure photography session dress (this one).

I very spontaneously bought this dress for an *insanely* reasonable price at an off-the-rack shop, envisioning it as my adventure photography dress. It fits me almost perfectly, and I need only basic alterations. While I always envisioned fitted dresses, I thought that this a-line style would allow me to move freely while hiking in the mountains. I am curious if anyone thinks it would be possible to add a slit to the gown, so that during the photo session the photographer could get some shots of my hiking boots/garter that I intend to wear? I also feel that a slit would show my lower body and allow me to look less poofy. FYI, the dress does have multiple layers. 

After lurking on this sub, it seems as though the majority of ladies do NOT like a slit, but for the purpose I want my dress to serve, would it be appropriate/attractive on this gown… or even possible?

Thanks in advance for taking the time to read this & give me any advice you may have! 

Bonus question: if any of you have had adventure elopement photo sessions done, what style dress did you go with and what was your experience with it like?

Can/should I add a slit?