Part I, The Truth to Bridal Alterations

The Truth of Bridal Alterations is this type of alterations is a skilled process that requires many hours of fitting your gown properly in many stages.  Each layer of your gown is considered to be one dress which requires fitting , measuring, tailoring, and whatever it takes for each detail to be perfect!

There are many out there who claim to be "skilled" and "knowledgeable" and Bridal Alterations..and honestly..they are NOT!

Larger Bridal Salons have a full service "Alterations Department" that have several women who specialize in beadwork(which takes hours of work by hand, no glue, ) adjusting the lace appliques, and redesigning certain features of your Bridal Gown.  These alterations are never FREE.

A smaller Bridal Boutique usually does not have an Alterations Department and they focus on working with a "team" of skilled local Professionals in Couture Bridal Alterations.  This is not unusual.  With their focus on bringing in the best in Bridal Couture to their store and working one to one with their Brides, this is ultimately important in placing your orders, and making sure your order arrives in time for your wedding.

With Brides waiting for the last minute to purchase their gowns, they are unaware most salons do not carry every style!  It takes 20 weeks (6-9 months) or more for your Bridal Gown to arrive!   For example, if you are planning your wedding for September 15,2012, it may be too late to order your dress, unless the company has it in their warehouse in your size, with Custom Changes impossible.

At Collezione Fortuna Fashion Boutique, we take every step to make sure your gown arrives in time for Alterations.  I good rule is to have it in your possession  3  months before your wear date of your wedding.

We never charge for a Bridal Appointment!  For more information, and to make an appointment please call (831)626-1287.  All Brides are treated like our "daughters" getting married..we care..and we want their dream dress to be perfect!

In Part 2, we will discuss more about your appointment and what to expect.....Part 1, The Truth About Bridal AlterationsPart 1, The Truth About Bridal Alterations

BRINGING THE BEST WEDDING PROFESSIONALS WORKING TOGETHER

I am proud to announce that Collezione Fortuna Fashion Boutique has been invited to join the "Monterey Bay Wedding & Event Professionals" , also known as "MBWEP".   The organization brings together the best of the best wedding professionals in the area from Event Planners, Photgraphers, Hair and Makeup Artists, Florists, Venues, Caterers, and much more......

About

::OUR MISSION::

To promote a community of local wedding & event professionals with integrity at its core, providing the utmost in professional services to our clients, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do.

::OUR VISION::

• Provide a central source of information to those planning a wedding or event
• Bring businesses together to advance our industry through networking, marketing and promotions.
• Increase the profile of the Monterey bay area by marketing it as a unique destination for weddings and events.
• Showcase the products and services of our members dedicated to quality.
• Offer opportunities for professional growth through the sharing of ideas and knowledge.
• Foster a caring attitude among members in dealings with the community, clients and each other.

Click to view the 2011-2012 MBWEP Board of Directors.

::MBWEP FOUNDERS::

Amy Byrd Amy Byrd Weddings & Events
Anthony Karabetyan, DNA Entertainment
Richard Wood, La Playa Hotel
Hunter Lowder, Holman Ranch
Heidi Hughett, Coastside Couture
Mike Steelman, Mike Steelman Photography
Peri Basseri, BigTime Video Services
Karissa Paxton, Coastside Couture
Brenna Catalano Rhoades, BC Design Studio
Nancy Rohan, Paradise Catering
Nick Elliott, Paradise Catering
Beth Belatti, Amy Byrd Weddings
Kim Lemaire, Ensemble Productions
Jullienne Chranowski
Sarah Ward

In my next blog, I will list the members and their expertise!  Please call on them this Wedding Season and support all of these wonderful local Professionals service your wedding needs!