As for what to avoid, the answer may sound simple, and yet for many, itâs a shocker: sugar, processed foods, and anything with preservatives can all make cramping worse, no matter how convinced you are that greasy fries or a sugary candy bar will help.
1 Bridesmaid dresses cost, on the low end, about $50 to $100 for an off-the-rack dress from an online shop or department store.2  In the mid-range, they cost $100 to $250 for a standard, satin bridesmaid dress without elaborate detail. In the mid-range, they cost $100 to $250 for a standard, satin bridesmaid dress without elaborate detail.
1 Sleeve alterations usually run between $40 and $80, depending on how much decoration or beading is on the sleeves. 2  Leanna Studios offers a primer on alterations costs. 3  Bridal salons, especially in large cities, tend to charge more than independent seamstresses.lterations Made: taking in. I am just wondering how much someone on average would charge to alter a dress from a size 10 to a size 6. I bought my dress at david's bridal for $275 and its a tiny bit loose around my chest (fits everywhere else perfect), but I also intend to loose about 15-25 lbs before the big day.