When to Start
Regardless of when your alterations are started, you should book your appointments at the same time you purchase your gown. Peak months fill up fast!
Weight Changes
If you anticipate your weight to fluctuate (hormones, pregnancy, thyroid, weight loss, etc.), it is best to begin your alterations as close to your wedding date as possible, about 1 month or so.
Emergencies
Sewing emergency? Do not hesitate to reach out. There are times when last minute cancelations can free up an appointment.
Unless otherwise determined after reviewing your booking submittal, alterations will take 2 fittings that will be scheduled 2 to 3 weeks apart, with each fitting taking 30 minutes to an hour:
First fitting: you try on your gown, I pin/measure you and together we identify every alteration needed. At which time, I will provide you with costs associated with all alterations.
Second/final fitting: I have completed all alterations; you try on your gown to make sure it fits great and take it with you at that time.
So, from start to finish, I can have your gown ready in 2 to 3 weeks.
I prefer to schedule these fittings as close to your wedding date as possible for a couple of reasons: at times the stresses of wedding planning can bring on unexpected weight changes or purposeful weight loss goals (in which case, we give you as much time as you need leading right up to your wedding date).
Ideally, I’d like to have your gown fully altered (the day you take your gown home with you) anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks before your wedding.
Guests
You are welcome to invite up to 2 adults to share this experience with you. I want to make certain that you have my undivided attention, so I try to keep guests to a minimum. I need to spend all my time focused on you and your gown to avoid any oversights.
Shoes
Please do bring shoes you plan to wear (even if you do not anticipate needing your gown hemmed). If you do not have your shoes just yet, then bring a pair with the same heel height.
Extras
Any shape wear/undergarments you plan on wearing. I can also help you decide what’s best for your dress.
Written Price List
Wedding gown alterations are in a completely different category than most ready to wear garments (like a dress or prom gown). Just as no two brides are alike, neither are the alterations needed on each gown and gown construction varies widely. Providing an exact price without first seeing your gown on you may result in overpricing or underpricing – and I do not want that for you or me. However, I will provide you with a pricing range upon booking your fittings.
Payment
Cash, check, Zelle, VENMO and all major credit cards are accepted. Full payment is not required until all alterations are completed.
