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Cost of alterations...general advice?

Kathi Posted:

Cost of alterations...general advice?

Hi all -

Just wondering, in general, what the cost of alterations are. I know some places put a cap on their charges while others do the 'a la carte' prices.

Can you give me an idea of what you got done and how much it cost?

Thanks!!

:)

Lisa Rose Posted:

Cost of alterations...general advice?

Kathi,

I just went last week to the seamstress and I am having a ton of work done on my dress. For her to fix the sleeves alone $60. A bridal shop would have charged 150 at least. total my alterations are costing $290 which I didnt think was bad considering the amount of work she has to do.

Good luck. Ill be home tomorrow night if you want want to talk.

Lisa

Wendy Posted:

Cost of alterations...general advice?

I have a cap of $125.00 for alterations and it is an extra $10.00 for each point I need for my bustle.

Cira Posted:

Cost of alterations...general advice?

I have a $150 cap and $10 for each point as well. $15 if it's french bustle.

SC Posted:

Cost of alterations...general advice?

Wow, one more reason to hade the Bridal Couture of Manhassatt. Over $300 just to take it in and up a bit!!!!

Kathi Posted:

Cost of alterations...thanks everyone!!

I bought my dress on-line (saved over $200!) and my alterations are $180 for hemming (she`s actually dropping the hem - I`m 5`11' and need all the help I can get!), taking it in, doing work on the sleeves and shoulders and adding a bustle! Not bad! Thanks again, for the responses, I just wanted to make sure my cost was in the ballpark!

:)

Nicky Posted:

Cost of alterations...general advice?

For my wedding dress alterations are free, but for my bms and moh the cap is $55.

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