When you say yes to the perfect dress, chances are it will not fit you just right. Every bride should plan to make alterations to her dress so it will fit like a glove and help her feel her best on the wedding day. Use the tips below for a simple and effective alteration process.

Alterations Guide for Brides

1. Buy Early

Buying a wedding dress is much more involved than most people realize. When you order your dress, it may take up to five months to arrive. It will then take time to handle the alterations, especially if you have major changes you want to make. Buy your dress ten months before your wedding date. Schedule an alteration two months prior to the wedding, then schedule a final fitting for two to three weeks before the date. You’ll be glad you planned ahead when you have your dress ready, stress-free.

2. Come With Accessories

Bring all accessories and undergarments to every fitting. Your wedding shoes will help you ensure that the hemline will perfectly graze the ground. Wearing your undergarments ensures they won’t peek out from underneath the dress or pinch in any tight spots. Other accessories will contribute to the overall look, such as determining where you want your neckline, so they are worth bringing with you.

3. Have Realistic Goals

Too many brides make the mistake of buying a too-small dress as motivation to lose weight for the big day. If you plan to lose weight, then buy a dress that fits you at the time of purchase. You cannot anticipate how much weight you’ll lose and where you will lose it. It’s much easier to bring in a larger dress than it is to take out a smaller one, so doing this ensures your dress will fit whether you reach your goals or not.

An experienced seamstress will be able to make all the changes you need to your wedding dress. The dry cleaning team at Powell Cleaners offers precise alterations in North Columbus, OH. This family business has convenient locations at Kroger Marketplace, Market at Liberty Crossing, and North Liberty Street. Their expert tailors have earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau® for their excellent customer service at fair prices. Contact the dry cleaning service online or at (614) 792-1118 to ask about pricing; don’t forget to mention their 20% discount for first-time customers!