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Go for it, but order a little bigger if you can. I've ordered dresses online that "should" fit perfectly according to my measurements, only to find that they're too snug because of the style or whatever.
My alterations for my dress came to $360 but that is quite high for alterations I think. It is a size 14 and I am a size 2. (Sample dress) So they are taking in the sides (has lots of boning), hemming it, adding bustles, adding bra cups, taking out some tulle, and doing something with the bust area but I don't remember what it is called. So that is alot to be done! I think hemming it is probably one of the cheapest things in alterations that can be done but not sure how much just the hemming is. Usually hemming a dress doesn't take as much work so it is cheaper I believe??? I kind of say go for it but at the same time I almost feel like you should wait and try on dresses. Alot of stores offer discounts and things more than you think but at the same time if you really love this dress..........hard choice!
@Mrs Grape: Thank you! That's a good idea, but it's from a classified listing, so it's not really an option. This is the only dress available new with tags from this seller.
@mlharrison23: I know, right?!?! It's a toughie. I hope some other ladies weigh in. I'm leaning towards buying it.
And wow, a 14 to a 2?!?! I hope you totally love it after all the alterations.
You will never find a dress that fits 5'4 without being hemmed...so get it! Hemming prices depend on how many layers there are so simpler is cheaper. My total alterations were 399...If you just need a hem I'm sure you can find someone for $200 or less...
If you absolutely love this dress you'll regret NOT getting it. Worst case scenario: You buy it. Don't really like it. Sell it and make back some or all of your money and then get something else.
If you love it, get it! It seems like an amazing deal and shouldn't cost that much to hem it.
If all you need is a simple hem you can definately get that done for under 100. Talk to others in your area and find a good independent seamstress.
No matter waht dress you get it will probably need altering, so I'd go for it!
Get the dress! When getting alterations, stay away from any seamstresses who work exclusively on wedding dresses--their prices will be higher. I found a local seamstress who runs a general clothing alterations business, but also was reviewed as having done a good job with special occasion dresses. Her prices are a lot lower than what I had been quoted at bridal seamstresses and the work was high quality. Brides on a budget have to do a little more leg work to get a good price, but it is worth it in the end! Good luck.
@RayRayFurious: Seriously find a local seamstress to ask for the price. That's more realistic. I can tell you I live in BC (Vancouver Island), my store told me that with everything (e.g. hemming, sizing and the bra), at most $200. But some big cities like NY, I bet it is a lot more.
Whether you should get the dress or not... ask yourself
1. How much do you like it?
2. Will you still look at other dresses after you buy this one?
3. Is this dress something you are looking for?
4. Does it look good on you?
In the meantime, don't wait for your family and friends, maybe go to some stores to try some other dresses to give yourself some ideas what you are looking for. I went to 5 stores, there were couple of times I thought I found a dress I really liked... but afterwards, I chose the one from the last store because it has everything I like and I LOVE !
Don't make a decision so fast, you will regret very soon.
Is this a temporary sale or will that dress always be that price? I think you might be surprised how many amazing dresses pop up AFTER you purchase your dress. You don't want your wedding dress to be an impulse buy!
@Phantom: @big_monchhichi: Thank you for your insights! I'll definitely think about that.
@june42011: It's a PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com listing, so it is a temporary sale from an individual buyer.
UPDATE: I actually ended up buying the dress because I felt it was way too good of a deal. When it comes in later this week, I'll take pictures and post them, but thank you all for your insights and your help.
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So I've found a gorgeous dress. It's cheaper than even the David's Bridal dresses I've seen on sale. Brand new and looks exactly like a dress that I have been lusting over...except the dress I loved was originally $5000 (I've seen new ones for $3500 marked down though) and this dress is under $400!
The only problem is the dress is standard length -- and I'm 5'4, with heels probably 5'7-5'8 at most. My dress budget is TIGHT! I really can't afford to spend over $500 for the dress and alterations. How much does it cost to have a dress hemmed? I know it depends on the seamstress and what part of the country you're in, but can you all give me an idea of the pricing?
Also, I'm also not certain what other alterations I'll need to get done other than that. I measured myself and it seems like the dress should fit perfectly via their size chart, but you never know. I did this for my prom dress, measured myself and ordered the dress online without ever seeing it in person, and it fit perfectly, I just needed it hemmed.
I haven't been dress shopping yet or even been anywhere to try on dresses as my family and friends live about eight hours away. My wedding isn't until summer 2012 and I'm afraid of having dress regret, but at the same time if I pass up this deal I don't know if I'll find something as good in my budget.
So, how much do you think it will be to get the dressed hemmed? Should I get the dress and hope for the best? Or give up this amazing deal and wait to avoid dress regret?