Weddingbee Blog

I need help finding a good seamstress. I bought my dress at a sample sale, and took it to a bridal shop in brooklyn to have altered. They did some things right (hem, repaired beading), but the way she bustled it looks terrible and it still doesn’t fit right (too tight in bodice, too loose in the chest). She didn’t have any other ideas for the bustle and she thought it was ok that I couldn’t breathe. Rather than fight with her about it, I’d like to take it to someone else to take care of these final details. I already spent $240 on the alterations, so I’m hoping to find someone reasonable. I’ve tried calling Ann Hamilton, who was recommended on The Knot, but she’s not getting back to me. My wedding is in 6 weeks, so I’m running out of time.