Cost of alterations?

BananaMustang

Ok ladies...any ideas of how much it costs for alterations?

All I will be having done is a simple bussle and straps attached. Just trying to get a ballpark figure so I can have somewhat of a guess...

I got my dress at Davids Bridal and chose to go there for my alterations, and they called me to confirm my appointment and told me payment will be due tomorrow for the alterations. I was kinda surprised by this as anywhere else it seems you pay for services once you've received them. Has anyone else gone to Davids Bridal for their alterations? Should I push back on them and say I dont want to pay the full cost till I've seen the finished product?

TIA for any advice/help you can give!

stardust21587

I just got back from my final fitting and paid for my alterations...they totaled $200. I'm not sure what is typical either, but I had a lot of work done to mine...it needed taken in by like, 2 sizes, bussel added (which was a pain because of all of the layers), had it shortened because it was too long, etc.

Just throwin' that out for comparison!

BananaMustang

Thank you! That definitely helps. I know Davids Bridal is normally a higher cost because they are a chain, but it at least gives me an idea!

x3Harmony534

For a bussle & hem on my crinoline I think Jennaine was only charging me $40!

Theresa626

I would pay a deposit but not the full amount till you are satisfied with their work.  If they say no, take the dress elsewhere.  Do not go to Judy the Seamstress though.  You can read my review of her in the link below.  Try Jeanine.  

Theresa626

OH sorry, the cost.  I paid 250 dollars for cutting it shorter, a bustle, a modesty panel, removeable cap sleeves, shortening the straps, bra cups sewn in and a belt added inside the dress.  

JenniferB27

Does anyone have Jeanine's contact info? Also, at what point should you begin alterations?

Theresa626

I wish I still had it but I don't. However, if you search this board, you should find a post or two with her in the title and her number.  Unless you're losing weight, I'd begin them as soon as you get your dress.  

Maggie214624

I am paying $100 to shorten the straps, a french bustle, cups sewn in and the dress shortened.  Jeanine's numbers are: 321-235-6681 and 407-432-7336.  Good luck!

JenniferB27

Thanks so much!

Aero922

I met with Jeanine this morning for my dress, she is charging $150 to take in both sides, a bustle, and hemming.