{"id":56021,"date":"2025-01-07T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T14:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?p=56021"},"modified":"2024-12-17T10:25:48","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T17:25:48","slug":"wedding-dress-alterations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-dress-alterations\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-Know Info on Wedding Dress Alterations and Sizing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Obsessed with uncovering all the secrets the bridal world has to offer? Welcome to your exclusive look behind the curtain at all our best-kept bridal stylist knowledge! A little-known fact about bridal appointments is that there truly is a science to wedding dress alterations and sizing. Having all the details when you walk into your bridal appointment will leave you more cool and confident than ever as you put on your dream dress. Read on to learn more about the behind-the-scenes of your bridal appointment!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>P.S. Love content like this? Make sure you\u2019re following us on Instagram for more!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/maggiesotterodesigns\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-pale-pink-color\">Instagram<\/mark><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-this-a-must-know\"><strong><strong>Why is This a Must-know?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/aspen\/18561\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"57797\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-700x1050.jpeg\" alt=\"Bride wearing Aspen by Sottero and Midgley\" class=\"wp-image-57797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-700x1050.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-250x375.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-120x180.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-8-scaled.jpeg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/aspen\/18561\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"57796\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-700x1050.jpeg\" alt=\"Bride wearing Aspen by Sottero and Midgley\" class=\"wp-image-57796\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-700x1050.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-250x375.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-120x180.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASPEN_ShannonBrynMontgomery_JacquelynWithrow-4-scaled.jpeg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Shannon Bryn Montgomery<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing about wedding dress alterations and sizing will help you maintain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/positive-body-image\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">confidence in your bridal appointment<\/a> and keep in mind that bridal sizing is completely different from regular clothes. No, you haven\u2019t suddenly gone up four sizes, so don\u2019t panic if you aren\u2019t fitting into your normal size. It\u2019s bridal sizing, not you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s talk samples and wedding dress sizing. Many brides think they will go into the store and have every size in every dress to try on, but that\u2019s not the case. A lot of times, stores will order two or three sizes of one dress to fit most body types but most likely you will need to be clamped into gowns. Once again, the gown is too big or too small, not the bride. Your boutique simply only has that gown in certain sizes, but they have ways to make sure you get to try on your dream dress. Just keep in mind the fit will be better once you have the dress in your size and tailored to your body by a seamstress.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bottom line? Knowing about how wedding dress alterations work will help you have a realistic timeline and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">budget<\/a> when shopping for a gown.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-bridal-sizing-works\"><strong>How Bridal Sizing Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wedding dress sizing is <em>so<\/em> different from street clothes, so let\u2019s give you a quick run-down on what to expect. Sizing for your wedding dress is determined solely by your largest measurement. So, if your waist is measuring at a size 12, but your hips are measuring at a size 18, your stylist is going to order your gown in a size 18.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We don\u2019t take the average of your measurements or order you a gown that fits your smallest measurement, it\u2019s always the largest. This is simply because it is easier for your seamstress to remove fabric than it is to add it during the tailoring process.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"56023\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bridal stylist choosing gowns at a bridal appointment\" class=\"wp-image-56023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida1-1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-id=\"56024\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida6-1-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Bridal stylist measuring a bride at a fitting\" class=\"wp-image-56024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida6-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida6-1-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida6-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida6-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida6-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Brides of Florida<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry about losing details you love on your dress in the process though! Your seamstress loves that lace train too, and during your appointment, you can go over all your favorite parts to make sure they don\u2019t get cut out in the places she\u2019ll need to take your gown in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We want you to be 100% comfortable and make it the least expensive and most simple for your seamstress to work her magic and have that gown fitting you like a glove. So trust us, don\u2019t even think twice about the size your stylist has you trying on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-wedding-dress-alterations\"><strong><strong>Common Wedding Dress Alterations<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pretty much every gown is going to require wedding dress alterations of some kind, so don\u2019t expect to walk out of the store with your dress that day. You\u2019re going to need to order it, wait for shipping times, and have it altered with a seamstress before it is ready for your wedding celebration.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though you\u2019ll be fitted by a stylist who will tell you your bridal size and order your gown accordingly, that doesn\u2019t ensure a seamless fit. Alterations are totally normal and don\u2019t mean that you got the wrong size. It\u2019s probably not going to fit perfectly right out of the box, but that\u2019s where the fun starts!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You get to talk to your stylist about all kinds of personalizations you can make to your dress while having it adjusted to your body. Feel free to get creative! But remember, the more alterations, the higher your budget needs to be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1051\" data-id=\"56025\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0503-1-700x1051.jpg\" alt=\"Seamstress doing wedding dress alterations on a bride\" class=\"wp-image-56025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0503-1-700x1051.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0503-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0503-1-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0503-1-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0503-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0503-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" data-id=\"56026\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4227-1-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Seamstress doing wedding dress alterations\" class=\"wp-image-56026\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4227-1-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4227-1-250x166.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4227-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4227-1-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4227-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the most common wedding dress alterations:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most wedding dresses come long, so chances are you\u2019ll need to get it hemmed. (Psst! Make sure to wear your wedding shoes to your alterations appointments so it is the perfect length!)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adjusting the bust, waist, and hips to fine-tune the fit of your dress.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adding or removing lining under sheer sleeves or panels for a more or less modest look.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bustling your dress so you can dance all night long without worrying about your train being stepped on.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adding lace, sparkle, or buttons.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-personalize-it-and-similar-styles\"><strong><strong>Personalize It! and Similar Styles<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at Maggie, we do our best to help out with your wedding dress alterations. Personalize It! allows brides to create a dream gown that reflects their own personal love story and individual style. At Maggie, each layer, stitch, and embellishment comes with a purpose: to bring a bride\u2019s love story to life. This personal element is taken even further with options to personalize a variety of gowns.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some personalization options for our gowns include:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/long-sleeve-wedding-dresses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleeves<\/a> or sleeveless\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lined or unlined bodices\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Customized lengths\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add buttons down the train\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Layer changes\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accessories:\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Capes\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/wedding-veils\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Veils<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-your-style#categories=788\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bows<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-your-style\/wedding-dress-accessories\/bridal-jackets-and-sleeves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Detachable sleeves and jackets<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-your-style\/wedding-dress-accessories\/bridal-trains-and-skirts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Detachable train extensions and overskirts<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bra cups to match your skin tone\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Psst! Check out our blog to read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/bridal-accessories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Your Guide to All Things Bridal Accessories<\/a> for more info!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with Personalize It!, Maggie also offers similar styles to our brides&#8217; favorite dresses. If you love a dress but are looking for something with a different silhouette, modified back\/necklines, coverage, or sleeves, you can look at similar styles of that dress, which usually have the same base name, to see if there\u2019s one that is more in line with what you\u2019re looking for.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/rebecca-ingram\/hattie\/16558\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" data-id=\"56039\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-Hattie-20RT702-PROMO1-MV.jpg\" alt=\"Bride wearing Hattie wedding dress by Rebecca Ingram\" class=\"wp-image-56039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-Hattie-20RT702-PROMO1-MV.jpg 550w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-Hattie-20RT702-PROMO1-MV-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-Hattie-20RT702-PROMO1-MV-120x160.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/rebecca-ingram\/hattie-lane-marie\/18151\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" data-id=\"56038\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-A-Line-Wedding-Dress-Hattie-Lane-Marie-22RT517A02-Alt1-MV.jpg\" alt=\"Bride wearing Hattie Lane Marie wedding dress by Rebecca Ingram\" class=\"wp-image-56038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-A-Line-Wedding-Dress-Hattie-Lane-Marie-22RT517A02-Alt1-MV.jpg 550w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-A-Line-Wedding-Dress-Hattie-Lane-Marie-22RT517A02-Alt1-MV-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rebecca-Ingram-A-Line-Wedding-Dress-Hattie-Lane-Marie-22RT517A02-Alt1-MV-120x160.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you love the way <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/rebecca-ingram\/hattie\/16558\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hattie by Rebecca Ingram<\/a> looks, but have your heart set on an A-line gown, try another style in her collective, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/rebecca-ingram\/hattie-lane-marie\/18151\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hattie Lane Marie<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-does-my-wedding-dress-alterations\"><strong><strong>Who Does My Wedding Dress Alterations?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For wedding dress alterations, you\u2019ll need to go to a bridal seamstress in your area. A lot of seamstresses work out of their homes and are pretty flexible with scheduling, some seamstresses work for or have their own brick-and-mortar businesses, while others work for a bridal shop itself.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1051\" data-id=\"56033\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0470-1-700x1051.jpg\" alt=\"Seamstress inspecting a wedding dress for alterations\" class=\"wp-image-56033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0470-1-700x1051.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0470-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0470-1-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0470-1-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0470-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BlogPhotos0470-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" data-id=\"56035\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4222-1-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Seamstress doing wedding dress alterations at her sewing maching\" class=\"wp-image-56035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4222-1-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4222-1-250x166.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4222-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4222-1-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/DSC_4222-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to check and see if you need to make an appointment and plan your timeline accordingly! Most places don\u2019t accept walk-ins and seamstresses can be booked out a while in advance during high-traffic wedding seasons like the spring and summer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you buy your wedding dress, ask your stylist if they know of or frequently work with seamstresses in your area who can do your alterations. And of course, be sure to read reviews online to make sure your dress is in the best hands!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-wedding-dress-fitting\"><strong><strong>What is a Wedding Dress Fitting?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A wedding dress fitting is an appointment you make with your seamstress where you put on your gown for them to pinpoint what they need to make wedding dress alterations to.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"56027\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Stylist choosing gowns at a bridal appointment\" class=\"wp-image-56027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Brides-of-Florida7-1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"56028\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-700x1000.jpg\" alt=\"Inside of a boutique where brides will have a wedding dress alterations appointment\" class=\"wp-image-56028\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-700x1000.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-250x357.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-768x1097.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-1075x1536.jpg 1075w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-1433x2048.jpg 1433w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-120x171.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fantasy-Bridal-1-scaled.jpg 1792w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Brides of Florida | Fantasy Bridal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Things to bring:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your wedding shoes\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wedding-day undergarments\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bridal jewelry\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Veil (a lot of seamstresses will steam your veil for you as a complimentary service)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anything else you\u2019ll be wearing on your wedding day so your seamstress can make sure your dress fits and complements your figure and bridal look perfectly.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of your appointment, your dress will stay with your seamstress and they\u2019ll make the changes you talked about and schedule your next appointment to check on how the alterations are going.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-long-will-wedding-dress-alterations-take\"><strong><strong>How Long Will Wedding Dress Alterations Take?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brides will typically have about three fittings before the dress is ready to be worn. The timeline for those depends on the seamstress, but wedding dress alterations typically take about 6-8 weeks to complete.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure when you\u2019re scheduling that you give yourself enough time for your dress to be ordered, shipped, and altered before your wedding date! For more specific timelines, make sure to talk to your stylist and seamstress beforehand to get a better feel for what to expect.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/ekaterina\/18272\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"56031\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride wearing Ekaterina by Maggie Sottero\" class=\"wp-image-56031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/EKATERINA_RiccardoGiommettiPhoto_LuliaAndrei-19-1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/fernanda\/16113\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"56041\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-700x1050.jpeg\" alt=\"Bride wearing Fernanda by Maggie Sottero\" class=\"wp-image-56041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-700x1050.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-250x375.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-120x180.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/FERNANDA_KellyKeenePhotography_RileyRavenscraft-10-2-scaled.jpeg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Ricardo Giommetti Photo | Kelly Keene Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-i-budget-for-wedding-dress-alterations\"><strong><strong>What Should I Budget for Wedding Dress Alterations?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The price of your alterations is going to vary. It depends on how much you are planning to change and the schedule of your seamstress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On average, typical wedding dress alterations cost between $150 and $600. If you are doing bigger customizations or modernizing your mother\u2019s dress, it may be up to $1,000.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some bridal boutiques may charge you a flat fee, while other seamstresses may charge you for individual alterations services.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you have all the info on wedding dress alterations, are you ready to step into your dream dress? Here\u2019s a list of some of our favorite Maggie boutiques near you that\u2019ll have you feeling like a princess. Now round up your besties and go book your appointment! Happy shopping, brides!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--9\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-a-store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-pale-pink-color\">Find a Boutique<\/mark><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-blogs-like-this\"><strong>More Blogs Like This:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/finding-the-perfect-dress-for-your-body-type\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How To Find A Wedding Dress For Your Body Type<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/reception-dress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why Wear A Reception Dress: An Inside Look At Erin\u2019s Bridal Outfits<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/designer-wedding-dress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why Purchase A Designer Wedding Dress?<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Obsessed with uncovering all the secrets the bridal world has to offer? 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