Pricing
Pants and Bottoms
Price estimations
*linings may increase prices
Hem $10 – $20
SlimLeg $20 – $40
Adjust Waist $25 – $45
Tops, Shirts & Blouses
Price Estimations
Approximate Cost
Hem $15 – $25
Slim $25 – $35
Shorten Sleeves (no cuff details) $12 – $20
Shorten Sleeves (with cuff details) $20 – $30
Adjust Shoulders (no sleeves) $15 – $25
Adjust Shoulder (with sleeves) $45 – $65
Slim Sleeves $15 – $25
Add Darts $10 – $20
Dresses & Skirts
Price Estimations
*linings may increase prices
Hem $25 – $35
Hem with Pleats/Details $35 – $45
Slim $25 – $45
Shorten Sleeves $15 – $25
Shorten Sleeves (Detailed Cuff) $25 – $35
Slim Sleeves $15 – $25
Adjust Shoulder (No Sleeves) $15 – $25
Adjust Shoulder (With Sleeves) $45 and up
Jackets & Coats
Price Estimations
*linings may increase prices
Shorten $30 – $90
Slim $40 – $60
Shorten Sleeves (from cuff) $25 – $40
Shorten Sleeves (from shoulder) $30 – $50
Slim Sleeves $25 – $45
Adjust Shoulders $75 – $150
Add Darts $30 – $40
Replace Lining $50 and up
Other
Price Estimations
Estimates Only
Add/Remove Zippers/Buttons $15 – $25
Move Zipper $50 and up
Heavily Embellished Items $150 and up
Hem Leather $30 – $40
Denim
Price Estimations
*slimming works best on non-distressed denim
Hem $10 – $20
Slim Leg $25 – $35
Adjust Waist $25 – $35
Wedding Dress's
Free Estimates in shop
Bridal gown alteration costs $150 to $700, depending on the complexity and the seamstress' time and rates. Alterations that involve delicate fabrics and embellishments increase the cost. Some bridal shops charge a flat alteration fee of $500 to $1,000, not including customizations. Most brides need a hem, bustle, and side-seam work to take it in for a perfect fit.
Bodice alterations
Add bra cups $20 – $40
Corset – Replace zipper or buttons with corset closure $100 – $280
Reshape neckline $40 – $100
Take in/let out the side seams $50 – $200
Sleeve & shoulder alterations
Sleeves – Add cap or long sleeves $200 – $400
Sleeves – Alter or taper $30 – $100
Straps – Add or adjust $20 – $80
Shoulders - Raise or lower $40 – $70
Skirt alterations
Hem $70 – $280
Add Bustle $30 – $170
Take in/let out the skirt width (skirt seams) $20 – $50
Train - Remove or shorten train $30 – $250
Embellishments
Add belt or sash $20 – $40
Beading – Repair or add beadwork $30 – $40 per hour
Hem wedding dress
Hemming a wedding dress costs $70 to $280 or more, depending on the fabric, skirt style, and hemline embellishments. Most seamstresses charge a la carte fees for individual hemming services with upcharges for applique lace, satin fabrics, and detailed beading work.
Estimated Prices
Beading/re-beading (per hour of seamstress labor) $30 – $40 per hour
Chiffon, each layer $50 – $80
Cut edge, each $20 – $70
Hair braid, enclosed $100 – $170
Hair braid, stitched on $80 – $120
Lace/fancy $130 – $250
Lining (per layer) $30 – $50
Lining, with crinoline (per layer) $40 – $50
Remove train, lace (per layer) $50 – $100
Remove train, plain (per layer) $30 – $60
Satin/silk, rolled $70 – $100
Shorten from waistline and reshape skirt $150 – $300
Cost to bustle a wedding dress
Adding a wedding dress bustle costs $10 to $200, depending on the number of attachment points. A bustle lifts and secures the train to the back of the gown with buttons, hooks, or ties. The shortened train keeps the dress from dragging on the floor after the ceremony.
Estimated Prices
Bustle (1 pt) under/over $10 – $50
Bustle (3 pts) under/over $30 – $60
Bustle (5-7 pts) $50 – $100
Bustle (7-10 pts) $60 – $200
Custom bridal veil cost
A custom bridal veil costs $30 to $400, depending on the length, number of tiers, fabric quality, and embellishments added. Seamstresses charge $30 to $40 per hour for labor to add embellishments like heirloom lace or pearls from your mother's wedding dress.
Estimated Prices
Shoulder length (19-23 inches) $30 – $130
Waist/Elbow (24-31 inches) $30 – $170
Fingertip (32-48 inches) $50 – $180
Ballet/waltz (49-71 inches) $50 – $220
Sweep/Floor-length (72-87 inches) $50 – $250
Chapel (88-105 inches) $70 – $350
Cathedral (106-126 inches) $100 – $400
Add embellishments (crystals, pearls, antique heirloom lace) $30 – $40 per hour
Bridal dress alteration tips
We request at least 2-3 months notice if not more depending on season. If you make an appointment be prompt and on time. If you can't make the fitting or followup fitting please let us know as soon as possible. If you miss a scheduled fitting without any notice there will be an extra $25 added to the final price.
Suggestions
Don't wait until the last minute to go dress shopping; you need 5 to 6 months for your ordered dress to arrive and another 2 to 3 months for fittings and alterations. Plan your dress budget with alterations in mind because every dress requires at least minor alterations. If you purchase a dress outside your typical size, be aware that making a gown smaller is easier than making one bigger. Never order a too-small dress in anticipation of losing weight. Instead, consider a corseted dress that is easily adjusted if you reach your weight loss goals. Always bring your wedding shoes, undergarments, and accessories to each fitting. All pieces are needed to ensure proper hem, bodice, and neckline alterations.
Bridesmaid dress alterations
Similar to wedding dresses please do not wade until last minute. Right now there is a limited number of seamstress available. Our suggestion is when the bride books her alterations let us know how many brides maids need alterations and book an appointment together.
Estimated
Bridesmaid dress alterations cost $60 to $200, depending on the dress fabric, style, and number of alterations needed. The most common alterations include hemming the length, taking in the bust, waist, or hips, and shortening the straps.