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Savvy August 2019

Wedding alterations $1200?!?

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P, on April 29, 2019 at 3:00 PM

I got my quote back for dress alterations and it’s $1200! Yes you read that right. The dress is 4 sizes too big and needs a bustle and hem. Is it just me or is that WAY too much? I’m taking it to another seamstress for a second opinion. I’m so stressed out because the wedding is in 3 months. Do you...

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ASMini914 · on April 29, 2019 at 9:52 PM
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I bet its the lace, they will have to make sure the way they alter it has the lace and illusion neckline laying just right otherwise the dress won't look right!
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VIP August 2019
Bridget · on April 29, 2019 at 10:30 PM
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That's definitely hefty! I am paying $395 and I need everything you do (including the amount taken in) plus some!
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Julie · on April 30, 2019 at 5:26 AM
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That seems outrageous, but really it would depend on the dress. If I had to take mine down that much, the entire dress would have to be deconstructed, recut, and put back together like humpty dumpty- seams, zipper, boning, skirtand all. Really it might just be that your dress requires a lot of work qnd it matches the price. Good call on the second quote though!
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Sinéad · on June 27, 2019 at 11:52 AM
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Hey there!! Not long left until your big day!! Have you gotten your alterations done for your wedding gown?
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