Seamstress

[HisMuse]

When should I bring my dress to a seamstress? Anyone have any recommendations for Massachusetts?

[Jacobs_Girl]

Recommended to have 2-3 fittings 6 months before the wedding and about 1 months before just in case you gain or loose weight so it allows them to make time for alterations.

But you can do what you like, I am getting mine done a week before my wedding but I had to pay an extra rush charge.

[HisMuse]

Oh boy, well I kinda don't entirely fit in my dress right now so I wanted to hold off on having to let it out if I don't have to. Although it does need to be shortened a lot anyway so maybe it's good to go now and at least have that part done.

[Danielle9608]

Really 6 months? I always thought it was like 2. Robin, does the place you bought your dress do alterations? I am having the shop where I bought my dress do them, just incase something goes wrong. I want to be able to hold someone accountable and get a replacement dress.

[Jacobs_Girl]

Really 6 months? I always thought it was like 2. Robin, does the place you bought your dress do alterations? I am having the shop where I bought my dress do them, just incase something goes wrong. I want to be able to hold someone accountable and get a replacement dress.

well according to the seamstress I went to but she could of been an idiot LOL

I guess there are some factors that need to come to play. Like is it wedding season? Usually summer time I suppose, more brides, more dresses need alterations so some seamstress get backed up. Then its how long it takes to alter the dress and what you need done.

Some places have to send out the dress to out source it to seamstresses. Then you wont get your dress back for weeks.

BTW I have found out that most bridal boutiques have seamstresses that work in their shop as like a sub contractor so you can always go to a bridal shop and get their card and call them to alter your dres.

[HisMuse]

Yeah I need to get on it and at least find the person I want and meet with them. I just keep putting it off.

[VenusElaine]

Many factors determine the number and time frame of alteration fittings. Generally, two to three fittings, beginning three months before the wedding are sufficient.
The important consideration is getting on the schedule. This may have to be done six to twelve months in advance, depending on your alteration specialist. I am a one woman shop. I do all the consultations, fittings, alterations, beading, bustling, steaming, clean the mirrors and mop the floors.
I currently am booked solid for approximately four weeks, and already have fittings and production scheduled for May and June weddings. May is also prom and graduation time, so my schedule fills quickly.
Hope this answers a few of your questions.

VenusElaine

[Danielle9608]

Many factors determine the number and time frame of alteration fittings. Generally, two to three fittings, beginning three months before the wedding are sufficient.
The important consideration is getting on the schedule. This may have to be done six to twelve months in advance, depending on your alteration specialist. I am a one woman shop. I do all the consultations, fittings, alterations, beading, bustling, steaming, clean the mirrors and mop the floors.
I currently am booked solid for approximately four weeks, and already have fittings and production scheduled for May and June weddings. May is also prom and graduation time, so my schedule fills quickly.
Hope this answers a few of your questions.

VenusElaine

This is good information to know. Thanks

[bichonlvr]

I heard the best suggestion and went with it....if you need MAJOR work done..try to find a dress maker (couture if possible) to have your alterations done. It was amazing and it ended up being WAY cheaper for me!

[HisMuse]

My MOH has a friend who does it, I'm not sure if my dress is too complicated for her but I'm going to meet with her anyway.

[VenusElaine]

Definitely meet with one or several alteration specialists. Interview them as you would any other vendor. You will develop a necessarily intimate relationship with this person. She may see you in your underwear (or your birthday suit!) as she helps you into your gown, if needed. You should be comfortable with and confident in this person.
I not only consult with my brides concerning their gowns, but provide a sounding board for any and all of their concerns based on my years of experience "in the trade".
And once their gowns are in my possession, the only rule is "no stress about the dress". That is now my concern, and I have never failed to deliver, nor had a bride go down the aisle NAKED.

VenusElaine