Alterations include taking in sides, shortening straps, hemming, etc.. Alterations include free steaming. Price listed is an estimate, exact cost of alterations will be determined by what tasks need to be completed and the complexity of the garment. Design features such as boning may result in an additonal cost. A 40% deposit is required before work on the garment can begin. A rush fee of an additional 30% will be added if the event is 3 weeks or less away from the initial fitting.