Many brides are torn between whether to have their alterations done at the shop where they purchased their gown or to go to a private seamstress. As a former Alterations Training Manager for David's Bridal I understand their concerns. There are advantages to the bride with either choice. The main advantage to having your gown altered at the shop where you purchased it would be that the store is then responsible should any damage or faulty alterations happen and would have to replace your dress if you were dissatisfied.
As a private seamstress, I guarantee my work and the safety of your gown. In fact I have insurance that would cover the cost of the gown were there any accident at my shop such as fire,etc. Beyond that I also guarantee my brides that they will be happy with their alterations or they will not pay me one cent. I also have the means to pay a bride for her gown if anything would happen to it during alterations that could not be fixed. Neither of these scenario's have ever happened to me, but if it would, I would certainly do everything I can to take care of the bride.
The GREAT advantage of bringing your gown to a private seamstress (one who is talented, experienced, knows how to alter a gown) is the cost of the alterations. Brides can save up to hundreds of dollars having their gowns altered/pressed by a private seamstress. Private seamstresses typically charge much less than bridal shops. I know this is a fact in comparing my prices to David's Bridal and Alfred Angelo.
In today's economy what bride would not like to have $50, $75, or $100 more to spend on something else for her wedding?? Flowers, Photo Booth, Favors, etc!!!
I suggest to all brides to have the shop where you purchased your gown give you a written estimate on alterations, and then come and get a free written estimate from me - Just to see how much you can save!
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