I am going to look at a dress tonight that someone bought but never wore. If I decide I like it where can I get alterations done?
& are they going to charge me an arm & a leg?
I figured I should know this answer before I decide to buy the dress.
Thanks
MrsSx2
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You should be able to take it to any seamstress, tailors, or anyone else that does alterations (just not in a sotre setting though).
cleokizzy
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i suggest going to a seamstress/tailor that specializes in wedding gowns to be safer. imho, it's cheaper to go this way bec it's their own fees VS getting it done at a retail bridal salon.
S00n2beWifey
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You can take it to anyone who does alterations, why not take it to the same place she bought it from if it is close by?? HTH
TeAmoChris
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I heard of it being cheaper if you go to a local seamstress you trust. Go to a local dry cleaners, they have the seamstress there too but go somewhere a family member or friend has used and trusts ya know!
lisam1113
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Posted by S00n2beWifey
You can take it to anyone who does alterations, why not take it to the same place she bought it from if it is close by?? HTH
Posted by TeAmoChris
I heard of it being cheaper if you go to a local seamstress you trust. Go to a local dry cleaners, they have the seamstress there too but go somewhere a family member or friend has used and trusts ya know!
I agree with both of these girls posts. I don't see why you wouldn't be able to bring the dress to where she purchased it from(longs not too far) I purchased my dress from Davids Bridal but I'm bringing it to my FSIL's seamstress that works for another company but will meet the seamstress at her house
evita2781
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i went to a seamstress first at a dry cleaner who used to make wedding dresses (she's old now) and i just wasn't happy with what she was doing. i now have that dress at a wedding salon and they're doing a fantastic job! i'd rather spend the extra $ to make sure that they do it correctly - esp since they specialize in alterating wedding gowns. JMO
Byrne2Be
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Considering it is your wedding dress I would DEF take it to a specialized seamstress. Madam Paulette in the city is $$$$$$$$$$$$ but THE BEST according to most sources.
cleokizzy
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where are you located? i can recommend my seamstress who is in Queens (fresh meadows) and she did a great job with my designer gown AND did not charge and arm-and-a-leg for it! she currently works for Amsale...
