If you?re a very lucky bride, you?ll find a wedding dress that fits you perfectly. For everyone else, alterations are essential.
To be super clear, there is a difference between an alteration and a repair. An alteration is when you add or remove something from a dress while a repair is mending or restoring something on your dress. Below, we?ll break down some examples of each that can be done at the bridal salon where you bought the gown or at a local seamstress.
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Alterations
Alterations ensure your gown not only fits you well but can give you a totally customized look on your wedding day. No matter the reason for the alteration, be sure to factor this must-have cost into your wedding dress budget. Here are some common alterations made to wedding dresses. Taking In/Letting Out a Dress
Dresses can be taken in or let out about two inches, meaning you can alter them to fit one size smaller or one size larger than the original dress size. To accomplish this, the seamstress opens the seams where the dress needs to be adjusted (typically around the hips or waist). They can also adjust the area around the bust.
Altering the Hem/Length of a Dress
Many dresses come with an extra-long hem to accompany brides of average-to-taller heights. So, if you?re a shorter bride, you?ll most likely need to shorten the hem. The seamstress may need to take off any lace or additional layers at the bottom of your dress to make this work, but they should be able to sew the emb...