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Bridal Pricing FAQ

How are bridal alterations priced?

What is the average bridal Alteration cost?

What is the average bridal Alteration cost?

Pricing is entirely dependent on the way the dress is constructed, and how well the dress fits before altering. We also keep your budget in mind as we asses your gown! 


Bridal alterations are à la carte, priced by the task.


 Beading and lace detail increase altering price. 


We will discuss alterations budget before beginning the first fitting to asses the level of perfection you are wanting to achieve. 


We want to work with you to create the vision you have for your dream dress! 


An accurate estimate is provided at the end of first fitting.


What is the average bridal Alteration cost?

What is the average bridal Alteration cost?

What is the average bridal Alteration cost?

A dress that fits well requiring only a bustle and hem averages between $400-$650



A dress that fits decently, a multi layer hem, bustle, and other adjustments averages between $700-$1,000.


A dress that is very ill-fitting 

  needing many alterations or having many layers, or adding customizations averages between $1,000-$1,650 



**Disclaimer: 

Prices stated are averages based on typical bridal alteration service costs.They do not constitute as a final invoice of fixed price. Each alteration cost will be calculated on a case by case basis. 

When do rush fees start?

What is the average bridal Alteration cost?

When do rush fees start?

We book well in advance, but do accommodate rush alterations for a fee.


We start rush fees at 8 weeks from wedding date, increasing every week leading up to the big day. 

 

8 weeks- $55

6 weeks- $75

4 weeks- $125

2 weeks- $250

1 week or less- $400+



The ideal window for alterations is 10-14 weeks before wedding date!

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