1st fitting nightmare

Went last night for my first fitting. Waited over an hour to be taken. Then I put on my dress, the seamstress comes in and says' my dress is non-fixable and could go in the garbage' The manufactor messed up my hem so bad and there is no extra fabric to fix it with. I was beside myself. The manager of the store called me today and stated that they are sending me a brand new gown by next Thursday. The whole thing is a mess. I paid for the hollow to hem and now they are just ordering me a regular gown.

I hope no one else ever has to experience this.

On the bright side I had my work shower today

about your first fitting, but at least they caught the error in time!!! for your work shower - how exciting!!

Things will come around - I promise!

i'm so sorry you had such a bad experience but it seems like they are trying to rectify the situation as quickly as possible so thats a good sign! hope the second time around is better

Sorry to hear about your dress. I guess the good news is that you'll have a new dress by next week and they can make that one perfect for you! I'm sure it will turn out beautiful!

Hollow to hem measures are a nightmare. Mine is also messed up, as was Janna's. My 2nd 1st fitting (don't ask) is tomorrow, and I'm praying the hem isn't as bad I remember it.

Have faith your gown will come in correctly! No worries!!

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Posted by CaseyVM214

sorry...what is hollow to hem?

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Yes, I'm not sure either????

OMG!!! I am sooo sorry to hear about your dress! I hope they are paying for your new dress and the reimbursement of the hollow to hem?!

Like you said though at least today you get to enjoy your shower! I hope you have lots and lots of fun!!!

i am so sorry to hear that. i have my fitting tonight you poor thing i wish i can pop throught his computer andhug you

I'm sorry that everything has gotten off to a bad start, but at least they're being very accommodating and you'll have your dress soon. By the way... the pic of your dress is gorgeous!!!
It will all work out!

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Posted by soon2bcopswife

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Posted by CaseyVM214

sorry...what is hollow to hem?

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Yes, I'm not sure either????

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sorry again, but I am an uninformed bride. Can anyone tell me what a hollow to hem is?

thanks

hollow to hem :

mine was, since im only 4'11', they dress shop measures from my neck to my waist, then my waist to the floor - gives the manufacturer those measurements, along with my regular measurements.

when the dress comes in, it is already hemmed to your size.

I needed one because it couldnt be hemmed by the dress shop because of the detail on the train and along the bottom

im worried, mine is a Private Label by G too!!

im glad the shop is rushing you a dress!

Ohhhh...interesting...that must be expensive. I learn something new everyday on this site.

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Posted by CaseyVM214

Ohhhh...interesting...that must be expensive. I learn something new everyday on this site.

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I think I paid $125 extra -

the hem at the bridal store would have cost $175, so its actually cheaper. and I thought the dress would come out better but now im worried!

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Posted by Meaghan729

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Posted by CaseyVM214

Ohhhh...interesting...that must be expensive. I learn something new everyday on this site.

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I think I paid $125 extra -

the hem at the bridal store would have cost $175, so its actually cheaper. and I thought the dress would come out better but now im worried!

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Posted by soon2bcopswife

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Posted by CaseyVM214

sorry...what is hollow to hem?

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Yes, I'm not sure either????

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'Hollow-to-hem is a specific length measurement used for bridal gowns only. Some designers offer the option to have a gown cut to a particular length for certain bridal gown designs. This is a difficult measurement to take. Fortunately, it is not needed for bridesmaid dresses, and only needed for a few bridal gowns. If the bridal gown you are ordering requires this measurement, we strongly recommend using a professional seamstress experienced with bridal gowns.

The hollow-to-hem measurement is taken from the depression at the base of the neck just above the collarbone to the hem. When taking this measurement, you will need to account for the fullness of an A-line or full-skirt gown by moving the tape forward away from the body, at the hem. The tape should be pulled out according to the fullness of the skirt. You will need to take the measurement with the exact heel height you will be wearing. Standard hollow-to-hem typically is 58 inches although it varies between designers.'

Thank you all for your nice thoughts. I know the bridal salon did not mess up it was the manufacturer who did. It was just so stressful hearing that your gown is garbage. Then they wanted to order me just a new skirt, my dress is a one piece mermaid you cant separate it.

Hollow to hem: basically your dress comes in hemmed perfectly to you. Your dress doesn't have to be cut except for your waist and bust alterations.

So sorry you have to go through this! It's seems like a lot of ladies aren't having luck withtheir first fittings lately but it all works out. No worries!