Alterations Help!

mkcook7

Hey ladies! My dress finally came in and fits really well! I took it in to my tailor yesterday to fix a problem in the lining and to have bra cups sewn in. I also ordered my shoes so they can add a bustle and hem it. My worry is my wedding is in July...am I doing this stuff too early? I'm not having anything let in or out yet because right now it doesn't need anything...when do brides normally do alterations?

jagore08

Normally it's done about 2 months before your wedding date because of weight loss or gain. If you're not a person who fluxuates in weight then you'll probably be fine but if you go up or down 5 lbs or more then you should wait for your final fitting. Talk to your seamstress though. If you've been quoted a total price for all of your alterations then they might not wait months to do the last fitting and may have an extra cost.

Spim7

Usually not before 6-8 weeks out from the wedding date. If you're wedding isn't until July I think you should probably wait.

SoonToBeDr&Mrs

I am also getting married in July and am waiting until at least March or April to even think about starting the alterations.