Formal & Wedding
TAILORING/ALTERATION SERVICES
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The redesign or repairs of vintage gowns are some services we specialize in, along with altering bridal and formal wear. An entire wedding dress can be resized by several sizes, redesigning a neckline or adding a bustle to your wedding dress, are just a few of our services. Please be advised that the prices set here are a guide only and will vary according to each gown. We therefore advise that you bring in your gown for a more accurate quote. A 50% deposit of the total price is required before work can begin and must be paid upon receiving invoice. Please see additional information at the bottom of the page. A $30 consultation fee is required to determine what needs to be done to the garment and will go towards alterations if the client wishes to proceed.
BRIDAL SERVICES
Bridesmaid Gowns
Hem Each Layer of a Bridesmaid
Take In /Let out at each seam of a Bridesmaid dress skirt based on fabric
Increase the Size of a Dress by Adding a Discrete Panel Install Bra Cups in a Bridesmaid Dress
Adjust The Straps of a Bridesmaid Dress
$45 & up a layer
$45 & up per seam
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$60 & up
$30
$25 & up
Special Occasion Dresses & Skirts
Hem
Take in/Let out at each seam of a dress or skirt based on fabric
$40 & up
$45 & up per seam
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Wedding Dresses and Gowns
Hem: Informal
Hem Formal w train
Plain rolled hem multiple layers
Plain multiple sheer layers cut edge
Plain hair braid hem
Lace, ruffles, beads, other decoration at hem
Move lace up and hem
Hem from waistline and re-shape skirt
Attach original hem on skirt
Take in/let out Darts
Simple bra tuck to tighten bra area
Take ins/Let outs at each underarm seam based on fabric
Redesign bodice
$50 & up per layer
$85 & up per layer
$45 & up per layer
$35 & up per layer
$60 & up per layer
$60 & up per layer
$100 & up per layer
$125 & up per layer
$85 & up per layer
$40 & up
$30 & up
$45 & up
$210 & up
Wedding Gowns, Bridesmaid Dresses and Special Occasion Sleeve & Shoulder Alterations
Shorten sleeves based on fabric
Taper sleeve
Raise shoulders / reset sleeve / shorten from top based on fabric
Raise shoulders sleeveless
Remove sleeves
Add sleeves
Reshape neckline
​Shorten straps (both)
Neckline or halter in
$45 & up
$50 & up
$65 & up
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$45 & up
$45 & up
$60 & up
$70 & up
$35 & up
$45 & up
Bustle Train
American Bustle (Over Bustle) or French Bustle (Under Bustle)
Bustle (sweep train, 1-3 pts) under or over per point
Bustle over (4+ pts.) per point
Bustle under (4+ pts.)per point
Add wrist loop to train
$45 & up
$55 & up
$60 & up
$35 & up
Other Bridal & Formal Alterations
Bead repair
Move / add snaps, hooks and eyes
Open or close slit
Bra cups add
Shorten belt based on fabric
$60/ hr (1 hour minimum)
$8 & up per snap, hook, and eye
$40 & up
$25 & up
$22 & up
Additional Information
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A 50% deposit of the total price is required before work can begin. You'll have 72 hours to pay the deposit or days will be deducted off of the turnaround time.
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Please bring the underwear garments you intend to wear on your wedding day to your first and subsequent fittings; the correct bra is essential as the dress will be fitted around it.
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Shoes must also be brought if the dress needs to be hemmed. (If this is not possible, please bring shoes of the same height.)
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Please wear minimal make up to avoid soiling your dress.
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We will take complete measurements at the preliminary fitting and the dress will be altered in accordance with these measurements. C Simpson & Company Tailoring & Design shall not be liable for any changes in the measurements due to weight fluctuations or pregnancy and a charge will apply if the work needs to be done to accommodate these variations.
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Preferred turnaround time for formal wear and tuxedos is 30 days. Under 30 days will incur $50+ rush fee.
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Rush fees do not include the price of alterations to garments!
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Please bring garments clean and smoke-free.
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If pressing needs to be done to a garment a $15 pressing fee will be added to price total.