Pricing
Bridal Alterations/Restorations - Classic Gown: Starting at $55.00 - $325.00
Bridal Alterations/Restorations - Modern Gown: Starting at $45.00 - $190.00
Bridesmaid Alterations/Restorations: Starting at $35.00 - $65.00
Customizations - Starting at $30.00
Beading and special details: $33.00 per hour
Custom Veils: Starting at $30
Rush Fee: $50.00
Please note that these price ranges are approximate and may vary based on the specific requirements and complexity of each alteration or restoration.
Things to Know
CONSULTATION: The initial 15-minute consultation is FREE! After getting to know you and your dress we'll give you an estimate for our services. You can also email an image of your garment to Elegant Veil at eb@elegantveil.com, along with the required alterations, and we will respond with a price range.
TURNAROUND TIMES: Our turnaround time for bridal gowns is 7+ weeks.
A rush fee of $50 will be added for gowns needed within 20 business days.
WHEN TO SCHEDULE: You can schedule your appointments as far in advance as you wish. If you anticipate changes in your size due to weight loss/gain or if you plan to shape up, please book an appointment as close to your wedding as our typical turnaround times will allow.
WHAT TO BRING: Once your appointment is scheduled, you will receive a confirmation email/text/call and a reminder closer to the appointment date. Please remember to bring your shoes (or shoes of the same size heel—this is crucial for accurate hemming) and any shape-wear/undergarments you plan to wear with your gown.
REFUND POLICY: At the discretion of the Elegant Veil team, we provide a full refund on canceled orders. The refund will be issued using the original form of payment. If work has already been completed as per the prior agreement, a refund will not be provided.
Bridal Alterations - CLASSIC GOWN
Take in/out sides: $55.00
Take in/out sides with sleeves: $70.00
Take in through zipper: $55.00
Take in through zipper with loops and buttons: $80.00
Take in princess seams: $70.00
Reshape/restyle neckline: $35.00 per hour
Shorten bodice from waist: $25.00
Ease in front: $20.00
Add bra cups: $40.00
Raise shoulders, sleeveless: $40.00
Lower armholes (Add $20 for sleeves): $40.00
Shorten sleeves: $30.00
Taper sleeves: $70.00
Raise shoulders with sleeves: $50.00
Reduce/narrow shoulders: $40.00
Shorten spaghetti straps (both): $40.00
Take in neckline, halter style: $25.00 per layer
Take in/out sides on skirt: $90.00
Add corset back: $15.00
Add boning, each seam: $30.00
Add belt/sash into the zipper: $35.00 per hour
Beading/re-beading
Gown Hem:
$75.00
Cut edge, each: $95.00
Satin/silk, rolled: $135.00
Hair braid, stitched on: $185.00
Hair braid, enclosed: $225.00
Lace/fancy: $60.00
Lining, rolled hem: $50.00
Lining with crinoline: $325.00
Shorten from waistline and re-shape skirt, up to 3 layers: $55.00 each layer
(Each Additional Layer after 3 first layers): $75.00 each layer
Remove train, plain: $110.00 each layer
Remove train, lace: $35.00 per hour
Beading/re-beading
Bustle Train:
1 point, over/under: $25.00
3 points, over/under: $55.00
5 points, over/under: $55.00
7+ points, over/under: $65.00
Other Alterations:
Move/add snaps, hooks and eyes: $5.00 each
Open or close slit: $35.00
Shorten belt plain: $50.00
Shorten belt fancy: $25.00
Add bra straps: $85.00
Add buttons at the back zipper, full seam (Add $35 for loops at zipper): $40.00
Add buttons at back, zipper length (add $35 for loops at zipper): $70.00
Bridal Gown Steaming (Add $20 for extra full crinoline)
Bridal Alterations - MODERN GOWN
Take in/out sides: $50.00
Take in/out through zipper: $65.00
Take in/out through zipper with loops and buttons: $45.00
Take in princess seams: $40.00
Lower armholes (Add $20 for sleeves): $40.00
Raise shoulders, sleeveless: $65.00
Raise shoulders, with sleeves: $30.00
Shorten spaghetti straps: $25.00
Ease in front: $20.00
Add bra cups: $70.00
Reshape/restyle neckline: $85.00
Add corset back: $20.00
Take in skirt, each layer: $15.00
Add boning, each seam: $30.00 per hour
Shorten bodice from waist: $30.00 per hour
Beading/re-beading: $60.00
Modern Bridal Gown Steaming
Bridesmaid/Formal Dress Alterations
Take in/out sides, with boning: $45.00
Take in/out through zipper: $35.00
Take in princess seams, plain: $50.00
Take in princess seams, chiffon ruched: $40.00
Raise shoulders: $25.00
Ease in front: $20.00
Add bra cups: $50.00
Reshape/re-style neckline, plain: $60.00
Re-style neckline, detailed: $35.00
Lower armholes: $25.00
Shorten spaghetti straps: $20.00 per layer
Take in sides on skirt below waist: $35.00 per hour
Shorten bodice from waist with zipper/closure: $35.00 per hour
Any other work, such as creating sleeves, straps, or additional extraordinary details to be tailored: $35.00
Full gown steam
Rush Fee (under 10 business days for non-formal, under 21 business days for formal and wedding):
$25.00 non-bridal
$50.00 bridal
Any additional work, including beading and special details, will be assessed at $35.00 per hour.