Bridal Alterations

Our bridal alteration service offers a personalised and expert approach to tailoring your wedding dress perfectly. We believe that a well-fitting dress is essential for feeling confident and radiant on your special day. Our skilled seamstresses will meticulously alter your dress to your exact measurements, ensuring a flawless fit that complements your unique silhouette and enhances your natural beauty. Our specialised, well-lit studio provides a comfortable and inviting space for you to witness your dream dress come to life.

This is the part of your wedding dress journey that makes your dress truly "yours." We offer an array of extras and customizations to ensure you have the wedding dress you have always dreamed of. From minor adjustments to major transformations, our team is dedicated to making your dream a reality.

Elisa will guide you through every appointment, offering expert advice and suggestions.

1

Purchase your dress & shoes

Your dress should be ordered in your nearest standard dress size. We'll take it from there, ensuring a perfect fit. Your wedding shoes are essential for us to pin your dress to the ideal length.

2

First Fitting

We'll guide you through our recommended alterations, pinning as we go so you can watch your dress come together. This is the perfect time to discuss customisations and accessories.

3

Second Fitting

Your first opportunity to wear your wedding dress as it will be on your wedding day. This is when it truly starts to feel real. We'll make any necessary alterations and refine the fit until you're 100% happy.

4

Collection

We aim for your dress to be perfect after the first fitting, ready for collection at your second fitting. But, if any further alterations are needed, we'll arrange a third fitting and collection.

What makes us different?

With over 22 years of experience working with renowned bridal outfitters in London, our team of bridal alteration experts brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to every project. Our diverse backgrounds, ranging from high fashion to traditional bridal, equip us to confidently handle all cuts, fabrics, constructions, styles, and fits.

We have built strong working relationships with bridal stores throughout the region, earning our reputation as the recommended bridal alteration service by over 15 of the most reputable stores in East Anglia.

Our physical location is designed with brides in mind, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere that feels like a bridal boutique. The well-lit space allows you to view your dress from every angle, ensuring that you're completely satisfied with the final result.

We are fully insured and offer secure storage options for your dress, providing peace of mind and convenience.

The perfect Wedding dress deserves special attention.

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Personalised Embroidery

Make a lasting impression with personalized embroidery on your bridal accessories. Our expert team can expertly embroider your initials, a meaningful quote, or a special date onto your veil, garter, or other accessories. Choose from a wide range of fonts, thread colors, and embroidery styles to create a piece that perfectly complements your wedding theme and personal style.

FAQS

  • Your first fitting will take place around 10-12 weeks before your wedding date. To ensure availability we recommend booking 1 year before your wedding date.

  • Dress alterations are too varied for us to be able provide a specific figure. When you book your appointment, we will aim to gain an understanding of what will need to be done and provide you with an estimated cost.

  • Your dress, your shoes, and any accessories you would like to try. If you plan to wear shape-altering undergarments (shapewear) please bring these too!

  • If you intend to gain or lose weight prior to your wedding day, we recommend that you try to achieve your goal weight before your first fitting. It's an ask we know! but changes in weight are the most common cause for last minute dress panics. This being said, we will always do our best to accommodate changes.

  • Yes, we require a £50 booking fee to secure your appointments. This is fully redeemable upon final payment. This booking fee is non refundable if you decide to cancel your appointments for any reason.