Congratulations, you've found the perfect wedding dress! But before you walk down the aisle, you may need some alterations to ensure that your dress fits you perfectly. At Carol Gregory Design, we understand that each bride is unique and requires individual attention to make her wedding dress a dream come true. In this blog post, we'll discuss the importance of wedding dress alterations and how we can help you achieve the perfect fit.
Why Alterations Are Important
Even if you purchase a dress in your size, it's unlikely that it will fit you perfectly without any alterations. Wedding dresses are typically made to fit a range of body types, so you may need some adjustments to achieve a perfect fit for your body shape. Alterations can help you achieve a streamlined silhouette, ensure that your dress stays in place throughout the day, and make you feel confident and comfortable on your wedding day.
Common Alterations
Here are some of the most common alterations that we offer at Carol Gregory Design:
Hemming: Hemming is a common alteration for wedding dresses, as the length of the dress is often too long for the bride. We can adjust the length of the dress to ensure that it hits at the perfect spot on your shoes.
Taking In or Letting Out: Depending on your body shape, you may need to take in or let out your dress at certain points to achieve a perfect fit. We can adjust the waist, bust, or hips of your dress to ensure that it fits you like a glove.
Straps or Sleeves: If your dress has straps or sleeves, we can adjust their length or shape to ensure that they stay in place throughout the day.
Bustle: A bustle is a way of tying up the train of your dress so that it doesn't drag on the ground. We can add a bustle to your dress to make it easier for you to move around during the reception.
The Alteration Process
At Carol Gregory Design, we understand that the alteration process can be nerve-wracking, especially for brides who are worried about making changes to their dream dress. That's why we work closely with our brides to ensure that the alterations process is as stress-free and straightforward as possible. Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
Contact: E-mail us with your query, photographs, wedding date and we will respond with a free quotation to you.
Consultation: We'll start with a consultation to discuss your alteration needs and ensure that we understand your vision for your dress.
Fittings: We'll schedule several fittings to ensure that your dress fits you perfectly and make any necessary adjustments.
Final Fitting: We'll do a final fitting to ensure that your dress fits you perfectly and that you're happy with the alterations.
At Carol Gregory Design, we pride ourselves on providing personalized service and attention to detail. We believe that every bride deserves to feel beautiful and confident on her wedding day, and we're committed to helping you achieve that feeling through our expert alterations in our dedicated studio.
In conclusion, wedding dress alterations are an essential part of the wedding dress shopping experience. At Carol Gregory Design, we're here to help you achieve the perfect fit and ensure that you feel confident and comfortable on your wedding day. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and start the journey to your perfect wedding dress.