A little information about Bridal/Evening gown alterations that you may not know:
The process of fitting and altering any gown is much more precise and involved than other types of alterations. Gowns must be fitted carefully to enhance the figure and silhouette. Many factors determine the seamstresses time, and ultimately the price involved. One of these is the number of layers in the dress as each will require a hem. Other factors may include intricate beadwork, dress design changes, and unusual designs. I will communicate these items to you at your fitting, and offer alternatives to contain time and costs while achieving the proper fit
Bridal alterations
- For information on bridal alterations including pricing and appointments please send a picture of you in your dress to 540-997-2780 or jessicarosesews162@gmail.com. Please include your wedding date, wear by date, and what areas of the dress you would like to have altered.
Bridal Party , Formal Gown Alteration
These are “average” prices only. As mentioned, gown pricing may be more or less, depending on the fabric, construction detail and beadwork.
- Hems first layer $40, going up with additional layers
- take in let out side seams/bust line $40
- Strap or halter adjustment $15
Mens tailoring
- jacket taper-sides $32, Center Back-$27
- jacket let out -sides $35, Center Back-$30
- Sleeve hem – $40
- jacket hem at bottom $80
- shoulders reduced $100
- sleeves taper $32
- pants hem $16
- Pants waist $16
- pants taper $20
Jessica Rose Sews- Alterations in Lexington VA 