Alterations in City or NW Burbs

sgylling · January 2010

Hi, I know this has been posted a ton, but the search function is searching every board, not Chicago. Anyway!

I need alterations recommendations for either the City or NW Burbs near Palatine (or in between). I think all I need is a bustle really, but I don't know I guess until I get there. It seems to fit fairly well.

Who has been great for your wedding dress alterations?

Thanks!!

lvdesign · January 2010

Me too! I prefer city northside or nearby burbs, but if they are a good referral don't mind driving.

jbll326 · January 2010

I haven't had any alterations done and still have to decide myself, but I believe Mary Catomy is in Schiller Park (O'Hare) and comes highly recommended on this board.

jessiwo · January 2010

I know Mary Catomy is highly recommended.... if you do a google search for chicago alterations brides.com , there's a whole list of chicago bridal alterations on the link titled "chicago dress alterations" -- You could go through that list and see where people are located. I know 'Gwen Yildrine' has a place in west dundee as well. actually, I'll just copy and paste the post for you-- it's a couple of years old but by far biggest list of bridal alterations ppl i've seen:

went A L'Amore in Barrington to look at bridesmaid dresses. I bought my dress in a different state so I inquired about alterations. They gave me a list with names/address/telephone of 25 seamstresses around the Chicago area. They had stars next to 4 of them marking them as their suggested seamstresses.

Here is the list........

Arlington Heights: *Kathleen Knopoff 847-255-6712

Barrington: Sally's Creations 847-526-2531, Angie's Tailor Shop 847-304-6988

Cary: *The Perfect Fit (Otilia) 224-436-1957

Chicago: Angelica at La Modesta 773-327-4298, Bogaslow 312-640-1521, Suzann Designs 312-207-0465 www.suzanndesigns.com, Tailors Touch 312-642-9452, *The Dress Doctor 312-943-2828 (Water Tower), *Gwen Yildirine 773-334-4810

Downers Grove: Egle's Creations 847-739-8539, Ruth 630-960-1288

Long Grove: *Sarah Ciliberto 847-540-7600

Geneva: The Fitting Room 630-677-5104

Glenview: Elaina Covello (April-September) 847-657-1067

Maple Park: Nimble Thimble Sharon Bergman 630-365-2351

McHenry: 815-385-6530

Morton Grove: Maria Niliolek 847-695-5972

Naperville: Vickie's Alterations 630-420-0673, Sue's Alterations 630-369-6056

Schaumburg: Alterations and More 847-301-9201

Schiller Park: Mary Catomy 847-678-7226

Warrenville: All Sewn Up...by Paula 630-393-2918 paula@allsewn.com

Westmont: Ah Sew 630-960-2325

Wilmette: Chris Kondos 847-256-0107

BRudd · January 2010

I just called Mary-- she's already booked and can't do my alterations before my June 5th wedding.

Any other ideas??

sgylling · January 2010

Thanks Jessiwo. That list is very helpful! I called the Dress Doctor and may just go there. I was hoping for some personal experience with some of the places to make a decision, but maybe I can ask over on the Nest too since I am sure lots of people on here haven't gotten their alterations done yet:) I did also think Mary would be booked since my wedding is in April...but I haven't called yet.

jessiwo · January 2010

no problem!! FYI dress doctor is known for being expensive (compared to some of the other alterations ppl). If you go, don't let them talk you into a price that seems unreasonable.

basic alterations should probably be from $250-$450...maybe taking in the dress some, hem up some, bustle and cups. Pricing depends on fabric, style, detail of dress. Mine is all over re-embroidered lace, and for $250 I'm having it taken in about 2 inches, bustled, and taken up. (Sue's bridal)

Thought that might help! good luck

sgylling · January 2010

Oh that is good to know, I really had no idea. I knew Dress Doc was supposed to be pricey, sigh. It is so close, haha. I appreciate the insight!

lschmi5 · February 2010

Sarah Ciliberto does a great job! She is located in Long Grove. You can trust her with yor last minute jobs, as well as more difficult jobs. She is a pleasure to work with.

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