wedding dress alteration costs?

I have been quoted $2300 for alterations on a wedding dress that cost $3500, it need to be taken up ( 2 layers with small train ) a small area added to back to make dress more comfortable with a very small amount of beading ( approx 2 inches by 4 inches ). I feel as though Im being over charged but with wedding 6 weeks away I have no other options , what are your thoughts on this

Question Asked: 5/09/2017

Wedding Date: 28/10/2017

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Fara Couture

(27) · Perth and surrounds

Posted: 7/09/2017

Hi ,

I belive you should have second and third opinion ,$2300 is a bit too much for taking up the lenght of your gown.

Please do not feel any pressure for the 6 weeks to your wedding day ,plz contact as soon as possible to take your gown to show to other shops to get some more idea about the prises.

you are most welcome to see me on Saturday 9th to view the alteration and give you a quote .

call 0422640462 to make an appointment.

Thanks

Fara Almasi

111 Royal st East Perth 6004

Fara couture

perth best alteration

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Maggie's Bridal

(62) · Melbourne and Surrounds

Posted: 6/09/2017

Hey hey!

I agree it does sound a little excessive but in saying that we haven't seen the gown. We generally quote $250-$500 for alterations on most gowns unless it's something a little more difficult that usual. Our quotes also include pressing before the wedding. We would also be very happy to provide you with a quote to see if we can assist.

Best of luck to you xx

Chein Noir Dezines

(14) · Perth

Posted: 6/09/2017

Hi,

My name is Beata Ridley and I am happy to do the alterations for you if you are in Perth. I charge $90 per hour for my work and I am happy to give you a quote if you come to see me for an obligation free appointment.

Bernice Fashions

(30) · Victoria

Posted: 6/09/2017

It really depends on the detail on your gown and where you have gone to have the alterations quoted. Happy to help and give you a quote. just as an idea we do a hemline and a train bustle starting at $265. With the beading, beads wuld require to be purchased to match in, this can be done. We are located in Geelong. With 6 weeks to go this is still plenty of time to have the alteations done.

Feel free to give us a call at Bernice Fashions

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