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Amber
Savvy September 2020

Alterations

Amber, on January 3, 2020 at 6:39 PM Posted in Wedding Attire 0 2
Hello!
I got my dress at David’s Bridal but have heard bad things about having dresses altered there. The only alterations I need are to have to shoulders and chest taken in a little bit. But I have no clue how much these things cost so was wondering if anyone could tell me what quote is too high? Here’s the dress I got but not on me Alterations 1


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Latest activity by Kesi, on January 6, 2020 at 9:32 AM
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    Andrea ·
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    I'm unsure the costs for those, but I went in for my DB alterations a month ago and this is what they charged me:

    I’m 5’4” wearing 4” heels. The dress has 3 layers (2 which are tulle).
    I got a size 4, but the lady said I should have gotten a size 2. Unfortunately, that would have taken months to receive so getting size 4 was my safest option.
    Taking in neckline $45

    Taking up shoulders (cause I’m still short!) $35

    Take in seams $65

    Reshape arm hole (cause taking up shoulders) $20

    Hem $150

    Take in side seams $60

    Bustle $50

    Add cups $20


    The cost was a lot higher than what I was expecting. I don't have any fears that it won't come out right cause I had such a great experience with the seamstress the day of my first alterations appointment and during my bridal dress appointment. I pick up my dress at the end of the month so I'll have a better assessment of their work.

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  • Clíodhna
    WeddingWire Administrator January 2030
    Clíodhna ·
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    This dress is SO beautiful, Amber Smiley love
    It's difficult to tell how much is reasonable for alterations as prices can vary with the complexity of the job. I would recommend you reach out to another local seamstress and get pricing for comparison. Yelp is a great place to find some highly reviewed seamstresses in your area!
    Where about are you based?

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