q: Should my dress reach the floor after alterations?

A:  No. The dress should be about an inch off the floor in the front (and the back, after it's bustled) to prevent you (and others) from stepping on it, says stylist Julie Sabatino of NYC-based The Stylish Bride.

4 Elegant Brides, Love Story

"In keeping with the formality of the wedding, Heather chose a gown by Vera Wang with three different layers of organza and peau de soie, embroidered and beaded with crystals and pearls.  Bridal stylist Julie Sabatino assisted Heather with her fittings to make sure the gown looked flawless.  With her dress, she wore a headpiece, also by Vera Wang, and pearl and diamond earrings borrowed from estate jeweler Stephen P. Kahan." 

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