We went straight to the experts! Fit is everything. Which is why when it comes to your wedding dress, alterations are also everything. “You can splurge on a pricey dress, but if it’s not altered properly it won’t look any better than a gown that’s a tenth of the cost,” says Terry Hall of New York City’s Kleinfeld Bridal. As you break out the measuring tape, here are seven key things to remember when it comes to bridal alterations.

Before purchasing a dress, do your homework. Ensure that you purchase an authentic brand name dress from an authorized retailer by following the guidelines below: If you find an amazing online deal there’s a good chance it’s not genuine – that’s the warning Better Business Bureau officials are issuing. Law enforcement says the Internet is overflowing with fakes in categories including clothing, jewelry, perfume, handbags, and sunglasses, and this puts you at risk of paying far more than you should for a shoddy knock-off not to mention the straggle to get your money back after you receive the gown and […]