Dress Alterations
How much is average to get your dress hemmed? The lady that is going to do mine is charging 75 dollars which I think sounds high. She`s only doing the front of the dress and a little bit on the sides, also, it`s only like an inch or so that needs to go up. My dress is simple on the bottom, theres no beads or sheer layers to work through. Is this average or is she trying to rip me off? Thanks for your help
Posted by Shannon; updated 06/11/04
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I think you should get down on your knees and kiss this womans feet!!!!!!! $75?!?!?!?!? to hem a wedding gown. Plain or not, 1 inch or 10 inches, $75 to hem a wedding dress is NOTHING. My sister is a seamstress and she won`t touch a wedding gown for under $150......
My advise, when you pay her add a $20 tip!
Posted by liz; updated 06/12/04
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As ridiculous as it sounds, you are getting a pretty good deal. Most bridal stores in my area (WI) charge $125 for a hem. Personally, I think a seamstress should take into account the complexity of the dress, which maybe she is. I would go with it for $75!
Posted by Tina; updated 06/12/04
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I only wish I could come out that cheap!! I am only have the bust part done and I am paying 150!! I agree with the other post kiss her feet and tip her well (grin)
Posted by sab; updated 06/12/04
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I`m paying 150 for my hem and for the hips to be taken in.
Posted by Dawn; updated 06/12/04
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Thanks for all the feed back everyone. With the other alterations she`s doing it`ll add up to like 140 which I see now is a good deal. I appreciate all your help.
Posted by Shannon; updated 06/13/04
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I paid $125 for a hem, bustle, and cups added to my dress. I live in the Charlotte, NC area.
Posted by Kaytee; updated 06/14/04
