Bridal Alterations
Bridal Alterations
Whether you are looking to have your wedding gown, bridesmaids
dress or mother of the bride or groom
outfit
altered,
we can work with you to make it perfect for the special day.
Bridal Gowns
Bridal Gowns
At the Sewing Studio, we understand how important your wedding day is and a big part of that is your dress. Whether you would like simple tweaks or a complete restyle, our seamstress will work with you to ensure that your dress is just as you dreamed it would be. With over 15 years of experience in bridal wear, we have worked on all styles of gowns, including plain, lace and beaded fabrics. You can be sure that your dress will be a perfect fit and finished off to the highest standard.
Example work
- Shorten hems
- Take in / let out sides
- Shorten straps
- Remove zip and replace with corset back
- Add buttons
- Add / fit sleeves
- Reshape neckline
- Add sparkle / beading
- Sew on belt
- Bespoke items, such as veils, boleros and overskirts
- General repairs
- Steaming
The fitting process
We normally recommend that you book your first fitting around 8 - 10 weeks before your wedding date. In your first fitting, we will discuss any work you’d like to have done, and pin and measure you in your dress. You will need to bring the shoes and underwear that you will wear with your dress to to all fittings. As all bridal work is bespoke, we will provide you with a price guide to give you an idea of cost. We will then time our work and let you know the final price ahead of your last fitting.
Your second fitting will be booked approximately 4 weeks later, when you will try the dress on again to check the alterations and look at any tweaks that maybe needed. It is sometimes necessary to book further fittings, depending on the alterations and the style of the dress, but we will discuss this with you as we go.
We also offer a consultation service, if you would like to discuss your alterations with us ahead of your first fitting. You can book an hour appointment to try on your dress and we can talk through any ideas and concerns you may have.
Bridesmaids & Mother of the Bride or Groom
We can also cater for the rest of your bridal party, including bridesmaids, flower girls and the mother of the bride or groom.
Example alterations
- Shorten hems
- Take in / let out sides
- Shorten straps
- Adapt to a corset back
- Sew in belt / bow
- Bespoke items, such as flower girl dresses.
- General repairs
- Steaming
The fitting process
First fittings tend to be held about 8 - 10 weeks before the wedding date. This can be combined with the bride’s appointment or as a separate booking. In some cases, we are able to give a fixed price for the alterations required during your first fitting. With more bespoke alterations, a price guide will be given and the work will be charged at an hourly rate.
Your second fitting will be booked approximately 4 weeks later, when you will try the dress on again to check the alterations and look at any tweaks that maybe needed. It is sometimes necessary to book further fittings, depending on the alterations and the style of the dress, but we will discuss this with you as we go.