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ALTERED TO PERFECTION

Bridal alterations for a dress that feels made for you.

Whether your dress needs simple fitting adjustments, a carefully shaped hem, a bustle, or custom work, our goal is to help your gown fit beautifully and feel completely yours on your wedding day.

WHAT TO EXPECT

CONSULTATION

01.

FIRST FITTING

02.

ALTERATIONS WORK

03.

PICK-UP

04.

We see you in the gown, assess the fit, and discuss what needs to be adjusted as well as give you an estimate.

We pin you in the gown and give you the pricing for the alterations. Most gowns require only one fitting. More complex alterations may require some extra TLC

We carefully complete your alterations with attention to every detail. 

You come for your final try on and we make sure everything fits and you are happy. Most brides take their dresses home this day. If anything needs adjusting we will get it done as soon as possible.

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ALTERATIONS PRICING

Because every gown is different, exact pricing cannot be given until we see you in the dress.

These ranges are here to help you plan.

SIMPLE ALTERATIONS
$500—$800

For gowns that already fit fairly well and need straight-forward adjustments.

• Basic fitting adjustment:

• Simple side seam take-ins

• Non-complicated hems

• Basic bustles

• Minor strap or shoulder           adjustments

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ADVANCED ALTERATIONS
$800—$1200

For gowns that require more involved fitting, shaping, or have a complex construction.

• Resizing

• Reshaping bust

• Side seam take-ins

• Basic bustles

• Hemming 3+ layers

• Working with boning, lace,     beading or delicate fabrics.

* Most gowns fall into this category

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CUSTOM WORK & MAJOR ALTERATIONS
$1,200—$2,500+

For gowns that require design changes, structural reworking, extensive handwork & custom patter making

• Adding custom sleeves

• Adding or replacing lining

• Extreme resizing 

• Significant restyling or             transformation 

• Custom modesty work or         build-ups

• Very heavy dresses

*Please note, payment for alterations is due in full at the time of your first fitting.

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NEED A MORE
EXACT QUOTE?

CONSULTATION
$50 / 30 MINUTES

During this appointment, we will see you in the dress, look over the construction, discuss the alterations needed, and give you an estimate.

ALTERATIONS TIMELINE

TURN-AROUND TIME

Our current turnaround time is approximately 6 weeks from your first fitting.

BOOKING RECOMMENDATION

We recommend booking your first fitting about 2 months before your wedding date.

CUSTOMIZATIONS

If you would like to add customizations to your gown, please book at least 4 months in advance.

VINTAGE REMAKES

For vintage gown restyling, we recommend booking   4-6 months in advance, or possibly more, depending on the amount of customization. 

WHAT TO BRING TO YOUR APPOINTMENT

YOUR GOWN

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(bra or shapewear)

UNDERGARMENTS​

SHOES

ACCESSORIES​

(veil, overskirt, jewelry)

PAYMENT​

(cash, check, credit)

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READY TO BEGIN?

We would be honored to help make your gown feel like it was made for you. 

Text us at

440 488 0641

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