A well-fitting wedding dress makes you feel as confident and comfortable as possible, but one misstep in an alteration can destroy the entire ensemble. Knowing what classic mistakes to avoid guarantees you get the most out of your alterations and get a perfect fit on your big day.
Not Booking Alterations Early Enough
Waiting until late to book your wedding dress alterations is also a common mistake. Alterations typically take a few fittings and weeks of time. Booking early will ensure your tailor has ample time to make the right measurements without rushing.
Choosing the Wrong Undergarments
Wearing different undergarments during your fittings than on your wedding day can lead to fit issues. Never attend a fitting without wearing the same bra, shapewear, and shoes you will have on your wedding day. This will enable the tailor to make your dress fit your true shape and height.
Overlooking the Importance of a Good Tailor
Not all tailors deal with wedding gowns. Poor alterations can result in sloppy hemlines, loose-fitting bodices, or stitch marks. Choose a tailor who has experience working with bridal fabrics and delicate details.
Losing or Gaining Weight After Final Fitting
Post-last fitting body changes can influence how the dress looks and feels. Attempt to hold your weight following the last fitting. If something changes, let your tailor know right away in order to enable last-minute touch-ups.
Over-Altering the Dress
Trying to alter the dress too much from the original design might be frustrating. Choosing a dress a lot like your ideal style and size to begin with is the way to go.
Not Bringing an Extra Set of Eyes
Having someone you know and trust go with you to your fitting picks up on things you might miss. A second opinion finds tiny fit, length, or style issues that need fixing before it’s too late.
Skipping the Final Fitting
Some brides skip the final fitting, assuming everything is fine. This is a gamble. The final fitting is your last chance to ensure every detail is perfect. Always attend this appointment to ensure comfort, fit, and look before the wedding day.
Wearing the Dress Before the Wedding
Wearing your dress to functions or photo shoots before the wedding increases the chances of staining or damaging it. Wear it sparingly until the wedding day and handle it with care when moving and storing it.
Trust the Experts at Awn’s Tailoring & Cleaning
Awn’s Tailoring & Cleaning has professional alteration services with bridal attire in consideration. Their expertise assures each stitch is meant to deliver your best look for the special occasion.