Alterations at Macy's Bridal??

Soon*to*be*Hoang

Has anyone had any experience with alterations at Macy's Bridal salon?? Did it go well? Did they do a good job? Are prices reasonable or comparable?

Bimbi284

I haven't, but I am guessing they would be far more expensive than other options, similar to other bridal stores.

shan87

They quoted me at $400 for a hem so I am going to say they are not comparable.

maybe984

Generally, it's always a good idea to find a small shop that specializes in alterations, or an independent seamstress... if you're looking for the best deal. Bridal shops WAY overcharge.

I used Louise Kegley in St. Paul (a board fave) who does amazing work and rarely charges more than $150 unless she's basically rebuilding your dress. I know there are a few other independent seamstresses that also get great reviews on here, but their names are escaping me.

martiac225

I purchased my dress from Macy's, but there was no way I was going to pay for alterations there when they said prices started at $450!  I used Louise too and she has been awesome to work with. She did my dress, 4 of my BM's, the flower girl and my mom's.  She does great work and her prices cannot be beat.

jenn920

Louise is in the process of altering my dress, and I love her so far.  I've had two appointments with her and am very happy with the quality of her work.  Plus, she loves brides and weddings and altering wedding dresses - so she is always super happy to see you and chat about all your wedding details!!

beka0404

I haven't used Macy's for alterations but I'll echo what the others have said about independent shops charging less for the same quality. To give you an idea, I paid $110 to Louise Kegley for hemming and a three-point bustle. Louise isn't the only game in town - as long as you don't need a dress rebuild, most indie shops should be able to do great work.

Soon*to*be*Hoang

I know there are other great seamstresses out there!! It just makes me nervous spending $4,000 on dess and placing it in someones hands.... I feel like Macy's is then held liable if they make a mistake...

beka0404

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_minnesota-minneapolis-st-paul_alterations-macys-bridal?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:81Discussion:bc28b6e1-efa4-4a08-a51f-bc09cfed5985Post:86039ba9-ff12-4152-a8c6-eb7fb86c5f67">Re: Alterations at Macy's Bridal??</a>:
[QUOTE]I know there are other great seamstresses out there!! It just makes me nervous spending $4,000 on dess and placing it in someones hands.... I feel like Macy's is then held liable if they make a mistake...
Posted by Soon*to*be*Hoang[/QUOTE]

<div>Honestly? If I had invested that much into my dress, I think I'd have had some serious reservations about leaving it at someone's home... Good gravy, my seamstress lost my dress bag and I had to hike my dress way way over my head to keep the street dirt off of it! I'm pretty sure that wouldn't happen at Macy's.</div><div>
</div><div>How about The Dressmaker in Edina? </div>

shan87

If you are willing to spend $4,000 on a dress then I suppose spending hundreds on alterations in no biggie. In that case, stick with Macy's