Originally my dress was $1380 plus $450 for alterations with taxes a total of $1950.00. Then I started shopping around and found the same dress at another local bridal store not as reputable as the one I purchased my dress from but I still though it was worth a shot in calling Bridal salon (Botticelli in Bronxville NY ) to see if they were willing to meet me halfway and they did better then that. I ended up getting the dress and alteration and taxes for a total of $ 1550..
I wish I did more shopping before I just purchased but it all worked out in the long run.