Hello Fellow Metro DC /Northern VA/ MD (DMV) Brides,
I have two wedding dresses (one for the ceremony; one for the reception). I visited Nordstrom's at Tysons Corner recently since as a card holder, I receive In-store alterations discount and wanted to get fitted, see what works was necessary, and obtain price quotes for both.
For my ceremony dress, I was given a quote of $430- $450 for the following modifications:
- side seam
- hem + layer off
- bust repair
For my reception dress, the price was $320.00 (after the discount) to do a basic french bustle and take in the dress. I decided to proceed with the reception dress since it was the second dress and I wanted to review the quality of their work.
I was a little on the fence for the ceremony one. My Mom + friend thought that both prices were too high + that I should continue to research/shop around. The Nordstrom rep assured me the price was competitive. I would believe that Metro DC/VA/MD would have more of a price range and options. I am just not sure what is normal for the regions area
I have to decide soon on whether or not I will have them alter the other dress.
I appreciate hearing your experiences with Nordstrom alternations; receiving vendor recommendations (and who I should steer away from); and your experiences on what are reasonable prices?
Thanks.