Alterations
Alterations are not included. I recommend seeing a tailor during your try-on period if any are needed. If you need hem alterations, I have here options to consider.
The Hem
I feel you on this one since I am short; here are a few ways to shorten the length without losing color.
Get the length taken up from the line where the skirt meets the bodice ~ This will be easier on some gowns than others; see your local tailor for advice. ~ BEST OPTION
If the length is just a little too long, add a crinoline skirt under. A bit more volume will lift the dress off the ground more.
Think about your shoes; I actually wore super tall ones at my wedding to avoid a hem alteration.
Think about the dress; some of my designs can be cut without a huge effect on the color. Honey, Nova, Lisa, and Spring are some examples. It’s typically the lace gowns that are difficult.
Lastly, consult with me. I DO OFFER free color touch-ups as long as less than 25% of the color is damaged. Typically, if you shorten the front of the dress only and leave the train alone, it won’t be too hard to fix. If you have questions about a specific gown, message me here.
The Bodice
✖ Sizing up is not recommended; most of the time, you can only increase a dress by about half an inch, if that. Purchase only your size or larger. See more on my sizing guide.
The only time sizing up works is if the dress has a high zipper back and it’s only too big around the bust. In this case, you can replace the zipper with a corset back to add several inches.
Taking the bodice in for a perfect fit, less than 5 inches, Is typically a standard alteration and should not be too difficult or expensive at your local tailor. If your dress does have color on the bodice, you can ship the dress back to me after alterations for a free color touch-up. However, this is not often needed as I keep alterations in mind when painting.
