Bridal and wedding dress alterations are the most precise work a tailor does — a wedding gown usually needs two or three fittings to get the bodice, straps, and hem exactly right, plus a bustle so the train lifts off the floor for the reception. Because the stakes are high and the fabrics (lace, silk, beading) are delicate, most Arlington brides start alterations two to three months before the wedding.
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Most Arlington seamstresses recommend booking your first fitting two to three months before the wedding, with the final fitting about two weeks out. During spring and fall wedding season the best shops fill up fast, so reserve your slot as soon as the gown arrives. We list 6 bridal specialists in Arlington below.
A full bridal package — hem, take-in, bustle, and strap adjustments — costs more than everyday alterations because of the hand-work and delicate fabrics involved. Bring your gown to one of the Arlington shops below for a free quote; many price each task separately, so you only pay for what you need.
A bustle gathers the train up off the floor so you can walk and dance at the reception. Most gowns with a train need one, and a Arlington bridal specialist will pin it during your fitting to choose between an American (over) or French (under) bustle. Bring your wedding shoes so the hem length is set correctly.
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