Bridal Alteration Pricing
Every dress - and every alteration - is different.
Costs depend on the construction, fabric, detailing and the amount of work required.
As a general guide, most brides invest £450–£650 in their alterations. Complex redesigns, significant resizing, bespoke sleeves and heavily embellished dresses may cost more.
Send us clear photos of you wearing your dress, along with your wedding date and the changes you’re considering. We will review everything and provide an initial estimate before offering an appointment. - send via contact us form or
WhatsApp: 07854 716 348.
Your exact alteration costs will be confirmed following your first fitting, once your dress has been assessed and every alteration agreed.
Fitting Fee
A £75 non-refundable fitting fee covers your first and second fitting appointments. Any additional fitting required is charged at £35.
Short-Notice Alterations
Bridal alterations require careful planning and dedicated studio time. Where we’re able to accept a dress closer to the wedding date, a short-notice fee will apply to the alteration costs:
Within 7 weeks — 10%
Within 5 weeks — 25%
Within 3 weeks — 50%
Within 2 weeks — 100%
Short-notice work is accepted only after we’ve reviewed the dress, the alterations required and our studio capacity.
These fees apply to alteration & bespoke work only and do not include fitting fees.
Dress Storage & Steaming
Once your alterations are complete, your dress can be stored securely and professionally steamed ready for collection closer to your wedding day for £40.
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