Arlene's Bridal Salon

05/12/2026

Please go here for your alterations

New Jersey Bridal Boutique, Bridal Gowns for sale, Verona, NJ

05/12/2026

Hi Debbie, I just picked up my wedding dress from Gessie today and there are a lot of issues with it. The hem in the front is uneven, there are holes in the lace in the front of the dress, and the lace on the train was unevenly cut, which is very noticeable when you fluff up the dress. I will be going back to her tomorrow but I wanted to make you aware and see if there was anything you could do to rectify this.

05/11/2026

Please Do not go to Gessie for your alterations. Find somewhere else. Call Say I Do in Verona. Use someone who is reliable and trustworthy.

05/11/2026

Hi Debbie,

I really appreciate you reaching out. I was planning to send you an email about my experience with Gessie. My wedding was April 25th and it was wonderful. Gessie did my alterations, as well as alterations for my matron of honor. Gessie charged me $600 for alterations plus $35 for the cost of the cups for my dress. She initially charged my Matron of Honor $150 plus $35 for cups, and then asked for another $25 at the second fitting. When my matron of honor said that she had initially said $150 plus cups, Gessie told her that she usually charges $250.

Both my matron of honor and I thought Gessie was very kind, but ultimately were not satisfied with her work. My matron of honor had side sleeves/straps on her dress and one was reattached to the dress upside down, the bust alterations were sloppy/lumpy looking, and she forgot to put the cups in until my matron of honor was there and asked. It was a rushed job, with only a small stitch holding the cups in place. My matron of honor commented to me that Gessie seemed overwhelmed and struggling to keep track of what she was working on.

My experience was similar - there was one fitting appointment where I was unsure if any work had happened since the previous time I was there. On my wedding day, I discovered the dress was missing buttons in the back, something that was only discovered when I went to put it on. It didn't impact the fit of my dress, but aesthetically it looked undone. Thankfully, my planner's kit included fashion tape, so all was well for the day.

Again, Gessie is a lovely person and it was nice to meet her, but I will not be recommending her to anyone or utilizing her services again. Please let me know if you have any other questions or would like more details.

Best,

Brides I no longer recommend Gessie for alterations.

02/27/2026

I have gowns that I would like to donate to any organization that are collecting. I need them to be picked up. I also need a receipt for tax purposes. Please pm me as soon as possible.

02/26/2026

Is anyone interested in coming this Saturday?

02/26/2026

The sale is this Saturday! Anyone interested?

02/25/2026