A reservation fee is due to be paid when you reserve time in my sewing schedule for your dress alterations and this sum will be deducted from your final bill e.g. reservation £50, final bill £250, balance due £200.
The reservation fee can be transferred to another set of dates if Government COVID-19 regulations prevent my business from operating or if weddings are not permitted.
I will consider transferring the fee to new dates if your plans change for other reasons but this cannot be guaranteed and will be subject to time available in my sewing diary.
Each bride requires two appointments and there is a charge of £45 to cover
approximately two hours fitting time.
In many cases, brides see their dream dress, but then find that it doesn't quite fit their body shape. In order to make sure that you walk down the aisle in comfort, I offer a range of alterations. An indication of the likely cost of the most requested alterations are shown below.
The cost will ultimately depend on the style and construction of the dress, and the time involved, but my suggested costs are as follows:
Plain Bodice: Alteration to Improve Fit
Plain Bodice:
Bust to Waist
£115Bust to Hip
£145Bust to Thigh
£175Lace/Beaded Bodice: Alteration to Improve Fit
Lace/Beaded Bodice:
Bust to Waist
£130Bust to Hip
£185Bust to Thigh
£220Slim Fitting Sheath Style Dresses Can Require This
Other Alterations
Estimated Prices
Plain Hem with Petticoats Layers
£135Up to 5cm Adjustment
Multi-Layered
£165up to 5cm Adjustment, Tulle, Organza Silk
Detailed Edging to Hem
£185A-Line Shape/Fishtail, Lace or Beading up to 10cm Deep
NOTE: An edging over 10cm deep is more time consuming and therefore the cost will be higher as will a full/circular hem + £50 Supplement May Be Applied
Changing the Design
Straps or Sleeves
£70 to £150Client to Provide Fabrics
Neckline or Front
£100Add Crystals to Bodice Subject to Design
£150Belt Attachment
£30 to £50Complete the design of your dress by making a few small additions.
BUST CUPS. I am able to add Bra Cups for £25 depending on requirements.
TRAIN BUSTLE RIBBONS. These shorten the train for dancing will be charged at between £20 and £30. Please note that a full or layered train will require additional hand sewing and an additional charge.
A deposit is required when you book your fitting schedule.
Please note that all bills must be paid IN FULL before completed dresses are collected.
Cash or direct bank transfer are the two methods accepted. I do not have card facilities.