Our Top Tips for Wedding Dress Alterations and Fittings

Congrats! You’ve found your dream wedding dress, but that doesn’t mean the process is over just yet—you’ve got to get that gorgeous gown fitted perfectly to you and your shape. Whether your wedding dress needs just a simple hemming, a bustle added, or a whole restructuring, we’ve got the expert tips for wedding dress alterations that you need to know. Not sure what these tips entail or what exactly your wedding dress fitting timeline should be? Don’t fret! We’re answering all your burning questions with our own tips for wedding dress alterations, plus the wedding dress fitting etiquette you need to know.


1. Yes, your gown needs to be fitted

Wedding dresses aren’t typically made-to-measure, so very rarely does a bride’s size match a designer’s size perfectly. After you select your dream wedding dress, the bridal salon compares your measurements to the designer’s size chart and orders the closest size of gown. Once it arrives, the dress must then be tailored precisely to fit your shape and form.

2. Schedule not just one, but three dress fittings

Bridal salons usually recommend that brides have three wedding dress fittings. Schedule your first fitting to take place two to three months before your wedding day, the second fitting about a month before your wedding, and your final fitting at the two-week mark. Typically, your gown goes home with you at the final fitting—hooray!

3. Bring the right bridal accessories

For your first fitting, bring the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear on your wedding day, as these can greatly impact the fit of your gown. Donning a pair of sky-high Badgley Mischka stilettos will require your wedding dress to be a different length than if you opted for a pair of sparkly Kate Spade bridal sneakers. Another pro tip for wedding dress alterations? To ensure your dress is tailored to the exact fit you want while walking down the aisle, wear any and all shapewear or undergarments you plan to sport on the big day itself.

4. Don’t freak out if your dress doesn’t fit right away

During your first fitting you get to try on your actual wedding dress for the first time (woo hoo!). But be prepared—it probably won’t fit. Be direct with your seamstress about how you envision your dress looking and feeling, and if there are any significant changes you want to make, such as adding illusion lace sleeves or altering the neckline. Also, don’t be afraid to ask your seamstress questions. One of our major tips for wedding dress alterations is to be open and honest about what you want in your bridal look.

5. Speak up if it still doesn’t fit right at the second fitting

Your seamstress will do everything in her power to make sure your dress fits, so speak up if something doesn’t feel right. Being vocal will help you avoid having to book more fittings, which will ultimately allow you to stick to that wedding dress fitting timeline.

6. Be selective when choosing your entourage

7. It’s proper wedding dress fitting etiquette to bring only one or two close friends or family members to get a second opinion. But just like dress shopping, don’t bring too many people—all those opinions will stress you out and make the tailor’s job that much more difficult. At the last fitting, bring your mom or maid of honor to get a tutorial in bustling your gown—they’ll need to handle this important task on your wedding day.

We’ve worked with some very talented seamstresses over the years. Arte at Sewing & More has been an amazing partner in helping our brides look their best for their wedding days. She is located in Roseburg Square, just a mile up the road from us. When you are ready to book your alterations appointment you can call her at 209-523-7189. Her hours of operation are Tuesday - Friday 12-5 and Saturday 11-3.

If you are unable to book your fitting with Arte, we also suggest Isabel at Creative Stitches. She is located on the corner of Sylvan and Oakdale Road. You can book with her at (209) 551-4315.




Portrait Ready

Simply beautiful. Adia is a portrait-ready, sleeveless sheath of Moraea lace with an open, scooped back to flatter the waistline. A high, center slit frames your legs with every step down the aisle.

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Lace: Ivory Only. Lining: Blush, Cashmere, Ivory, Off-white, Nude, Sunkiss, Oyster

Shown in: Ivory/Oyster

$1600

Call today to book your bridal appointment, 209-338-9333 or follow this link to request your date and time online.

NATIONAL BRIDAL SALE DAY!

Welcome to the annual National Bridal Sale Day. This day was born out of a collective desire from bridal salons nationally to help brides find their dream dress at a fraction of the price.

at Mira Bridal Couture, brides will find gowns by Watters, Maggie Sottero, Sottero Midgley, Martina Liana, Essense, Stella York, and more marked down as low as $99.*

 

No appointment required. First come, first serve. Doors open at 9am, Saturday July 15, 2017.

 

*All merchandise marked as is. All sales final. Cash, visa, mastercard accepted. No layaways or holds.  

WITH OVER 850 STORES PARTICIPATING AND REPRESENTATION IN NEARLY EVERY STATE PLUS CANADA, WE ARE THRILLED THAT BRIDES EVERYWHERE WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO FIND THE GOWN OF THEIR DREAMS AT A PRICE THAT THEY LOVE.

 

SPECIAL OFFER

The Association of Wedding Gown Specialists has generously provided this gift certificate to any bride purchasing a gown during the National Bridal Sale Day. To take advantage of this special offer, download this coupon by clicking here and bring it with your gown to the nearest participating Certified Wedding Gown Specialist. To find the nearest location, please click here.

 

Maggie Sottero Spring 2017 Trunk Show

January 13th-15th, 2017 By appointment. Request your appointment date and time by following this link...

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The Maggie Sottero trunk show is the best time to get Maggie Sottero dresses. Maggie Sottero dresses are almost never ever discounted, and if you see a bridal shop advertising “Discount Maggie Sottero Wedding Dresses,” they might be  counterfeit gowns and/or the discount probably isn’t authorized by Maggie Sottero – but for this event only, Maggie Sottero and Mira Bridal Couture are giving you the amazing opportunity to take advantage of extra-special, one-time-only promotions on the über-desirable Maggie Sottero dresses.

 

As a Maggie Sottero Premier Retailer, Mira Bridal Couture has the opportunity to give you exclusive access to in-store Maggie Sottero trunk show promotions. With over 40 different Maggie Sottero wedding dress styles available in-store, you’re sure to find the perfect Maggie Sottero dress.

Romance leads to our Penelope Gown

Have you decided what type of dress is the right dress for you? Are you looking for something whimsical and romantic? Then Penelope is the gown for you by the Love Marley collection.Penelope by Love Marley +Watters for Mira Bridal Couture

 

This soft netting and lace, A-line gown offers a sense of romance. Features hand-placed lace motifs on bodice and an Illusion neckline. A plunging back neckline that leads down to a sweep train. This gown is in our store today waiting for one perfect bride to try it on. We love this gown because of its softness, simple but elegant. If you aren't looking for something flashy with bling, or not focused on a certain silhouette, then this dress would be perfect for you. We fall head over heels for Penelope!

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Book your appointment at Mira Bridal Couture today! (209)338-9333 or visit our website and request your appointment date and time. It's where you go to become a bride.

The Glamorous Beckett Gown Coming Soon to Mira Bridal Couture!

 

Glamorous tulle paired with intricate pearls and embellishments create this perfectly romantic sheath wedding dress, with a stunning illusion bateau neckline and back, glittering with Swarovski crystals. A satin belt with crystal embellishment accents the waist. Finished with covered buttons and zipper closure.

Book your appointment today at Mira Bridal Couture! Call us at (209)338-WEDD(9333) Or request your appointment date and time by following this link.

FLOWER GIRL & JUNIOR BM'S EVERYONE WILL LOVE

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Our new collection of bridesmaids by Watters and WTOO make the perfect combination with our new Seahorse by Watters dresses available in sizes 2T-14. Your flower girl and junior bridesmaids will jump for joy that you've given her this option with Mira Bridal Couture.