Alterations

We specialize in alterations and custom designs for wedding gowns, bridesmaid and prom dresses, or just about any special occasion dress. From your first "flowergirl dress".... to your first "formal dance"... all the way to your mother of the bride gown. With over 25 years experience in alterations and design, you can be assured we take your "special" day very seriously and strive to give you the individual attention every customer should receive.

Alterations are a very important part of your special day. Don't trust the "gown of your dreams" to just anyone. No alteration is too big or too small. Whether it is simply shortening and bustling your gown, or if you need extensive alterations, we are here to help you.

Consultations and estimates are always complimentary. Schedule your personal appointment today. Below are a few examples. A portfolio is available for your review.

This was a "redesign" of Grandmother's wedding gown for a garden wedding

Before...

and after

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This is another "redesign" of mom's 1972 bridal gown.

Before....

And after..

with a modern twist

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Same Gown.. With the sleeves removed and shortened by using the "pick-up" method

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Again, same dress, just made a little more modern for a "princess"

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Then there is the dress that is

"a little" to large......

I would like to say "with time and patience any thing can be corrected" but this was an emergency situation and was accomplished in about a week!!

Corset backs are all the rage...

some just like them, other's need them due

to sizing

Sometime a corset back just won't work and if we are lucky enough to have extra of the same fabric, panels can be inserted.

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Here are a couple of bustles:

French Style Common over the top

French Style

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When customers want custom gowns I sometimes get a photo or a sketch of what they are looking for. Other times it is all in their head and heart. That is when the design work really begins.

Formal Affairs and Weddings

Phone - 253-875-1605