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Zoe
Beginner May 2023 South East London

Dry cleaning before or after alterations?

Zoe, 10 of March of 2023 at 14:57 Posted on Wedding Attire 0 10
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Hello! I have just bought a dress in the sample sale and whilst to me it looks ok, I’m wondering if I should get it dry cleaned and it would look even better (probably)? Also, should I do this before or after the alterations? The internet is saying bridal places day before, but dry cleaners say after! 😂

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Latest activity by Drago, 8 of December of 2023 at 09:48
  • Charlotte
    VIP April 2022 Wiltshire
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    I would do it after as there may be fibre strands/dust on it from alterations and also will ensure it is perfect for the day once you have had your final fitting

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    Beginner October 2024 South East London
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    Hello


    Please could you share where you found sample sales?Thanks
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    Beginner October 2024 South East London
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    Thanks very much
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  • Zoe
    Beginner May 2023 South East London
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    Yes I think this is a good idea, thanks!
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  • Zoe
    Beginner May 2023 South East London
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    That’s great - I’ll see if mine will also do the same 🤞
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  • Zoe
    Beginner May 2023 South East London
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    I found mine on the Lovely Bride website - they have quite of a lot of samples online x
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    East Central London
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    I would get alterations after cleaning as most good seamstresses will steam your dress before giving it to you.

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  • P
    Beginner August 2023 East London
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    I guess that after would be better, my opinion.

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  • Laurie
    Savvy May 2024 Lothian & Borders
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    Hi, be aware that cleaning can shrink the fabric of the dress slightly, so make sure if you are getting it cleaned you try it on after to ensure it still fits you in case you need some extra alterations.

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  • Laurie
    Savvy May 2024 Lothian & Borders
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    Hi Sophie,

    Lots of bridal shops do sample sales at the end of the seasons to sell of their sample dresses that they will no longer be stocking, or that designers will no longer let them order. Secondhand bridalwear shops often have sample dresses too.

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