How does it work?: Bridal Alterations
Your picked up your dress, what 's next?
Congratulations on your big day ahead. Thank you for choosing me to help you perfect your bridal ensemble. I do this job to help people love their clothes, while you only wear this dress once, I want this dress to spark joy for you forever.
Scroll down to learn more about my bridal alterations process.
Book your first fitting
What to expect:
The fitting will take about an hour and fittings are free.
You may bring up to 2 guests with you
Please bring your wedding shoes (or something of a similar height) and the undergarments you plan to wear.
At this fitting we will discuss the fit of the dress and other changes or additions you want to make. There will be some pinning and note taking.
You will leave knowing your total bill.
Things to know:
- Fittings at my studio are free.
- Please bring your shoes and undergarments you plan to wear.
- You can bring up to 2 guests with you.
- If someone else needs a fitting (Mother-of-the-Bride, bridesmaid, etc) They need to make an additional appointment.
- Turn around time is approximately 8 weeks.
- There is a 15% rush fee on bridal projects that have a deadline with less than 6 weeks.
Cash or Credit Card deposit of 50% is required by your second fitting.
- Click the bar at the top of this page that says "Book a Fitting".
- Chose the day and time that works for you.
- Bring shoes, undergarments, etc. to your fitting. (anything that will help me get you the right fit)
- Give me 2-3 business weeks to work and I’ll contact you to coordinate pick up.
- You pay upon pick up. I take cash or credit card.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fittings should I expect?
You should expect 3-4 fittings.
The first fitting we will discuss what we are going to do.
The second fitting we will check those alterations. You should expect that parts of the dress will not be completely reconstructed yet. (Lace missing, temporary stitches, etc)
If at the second fitting there are more changes to be made to achieve the fixes we originally planned on, we will book 3rd fitting.
The 4th fitting (probably last) fitting, is your final fitting. You can expect that you'll go home with your dress that day. Final payment is also due.
If another fix is needed, I will complete the fix within 48 hours and will be available to deliver the dress if need be.
How and When do I pay?
I take cash or credit cards.
You will know your total at the end of the first fitting
I require a 50% deposit by your second fitting.
What's the turn around time?
Please allow for approximately 8 weeks for me to complete your bridal alterations. This allows for me to properly manage my time across all the alterations I do for people and ensure we have time for a the fittings that we need.
Can you alter my wedding dress in less than a month?
You should always reach out if you need alterations. I plan alteration work accordingly to allow to a few last minute projects.
I do charge a 15% rush fee for any bridal project due in less than 6 weeks.
Can you alter the other wedding party outfits?
Yes! Please contact me if anyone in the wedding party also needs alterations (I do suits too!)
Can I bring guests with me to the fitting?
Absolutely! You may bring up to 2 guests to each fitting.
Guaranteed.
Delighting you with your dream dress is my #1 goal. It's why I do this. Did something not go the way you thought? I will make it right.