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China Tariffs + Wedding Dresses = Uncertainty… Here’s How to Prepare Part 1

China Tariffs + Wedding Dresses = Uncertainty… Here’s How to Prepare Part 1

by Dee Dee Anderson | May 2, 2025 | Bridal Alterations, Bridal Shops

Tariff Talk: What’s Happening in the Bridal Industry​There’s a lot of uncertainty swirling around the recent Chinese tariffs, and the bridal industry is feeling it. During a visit to one of my bridal shops, I noticed a sign posted at the front desk. It read:...
Career Options for a Bridal Alterations Specialist; Part 2

Career Options for a Bridal Alterations Specialist; Part 2

by Dee Dee Anderson | May 22, 2023 | Bridal Alterations, Bridal Shops, Mindset Monday

Work at home for a Bridal Shop This can be done either exclusively for one store or taking outside work from several shops and private clients also. I recommend not signing an exclusivity agreement with a bridal shop. I love the shops I work with, don’t get me wrong,...
Career Situations for a Bridal Alterations Seamstress; Part 1

Career Situations for a Bridal Alterations Seamstress; Part 1

by Dee Dee Anderson | May 8, 2023 | Bridal Alterations, Bridal Shops, Mindset Monday

Oh my. Where do I start? I am amazed at the variety of different work situations that BAS (Bridal Alterations Specialists) have available to them. For this Mindset Monday I want to introduce you to the most common career for bridal seamstress. Bridal Shops This is the...
Bridal Shop Owners! Are you prepared for wedding season?

Bridal Shop Owners! Are you prepared for wedding season?

by Dee Dee Anderson | Feb 9, 2023 | Bridal Shops

Bridal Shops are feeling the shortage of bridal alterations specialists. The time is now to get your shop prepared for the influx of brides. Will you be ready to service their alterations? A big part of selling a bridal gown is knowing that it can be fit to the...
You Are Invited To The Second Annual Bridal Alteration Symposium – Adding Color To Wedding Dresses

You Are Invited To The Second Annual Bridal Alteration Symposium – Adding Color To Wedding Dresses

by Dee Dee Anderson | Dec 30, 2021 | Bridal Alterations, Bridal Shops, Events, Uncategorized

2022 Colorful Bride Adding Color to Wedding Dresses, Materials, and Laces January 9 – 15, 2022 This Symposium is FREE to all registered guests. Sign Up Now The Second Annual Bridal Alterations Symposium! Hosted by The Anderson Academy 2022 Colorful Bride Adding...

Bridal Shops need Bridal Alterations Specialists

by Dee Dee Anderson | Oct 22, 2021 | Bridal Shops

  Bridal Shops are feeling the shortage of bridal alterations specialists. 2022 is forecast to be the biggest year in weddings since the 1980s. The time is now to get your shop prepared for the influx of brides. Will you be ready to service their alterations? A...
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