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Elena did an excellent and high quality job of altering my garment. Thank you Elena.

Dressmaker

$100

Great job and ontime

Dressmaker to stitch a dress

$10

Great work. Very professional and helpful.

Dressmaker required

$200

Zyvette was amazing to work with. She made me a formal dress extremely quickly and the sizing was perfect. Highly recommend!

Dressmaker

$500

Great work and helped meet my deadlines

Sample dressmaker seamstress needed to make 6 item

$300

Absolutely loves the work Sally did! She was very quick and professional! Would 100% recommend!!

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Why hire a dressmaker through Airtasker?

A dressmaker can turn your dream dress into a reality, alter your clothing for a perfect fit, or repair an old dress that you still love. Through Airtasker, it’s easy to find trusted local dressmakers within minutes. Simply put up a task to tell us what you need, be it taking up a dress or sewing a button onto a shirt.

No task is too big nor too small! Soon enough, you’ll get quotes from dressmakers near you who can get the job done. Dressmaking doesn’t have to cost you a fortune, especially if you book a dressmaker through Airtasker. Set a budget you’re comfortable with and find experienced dressmakers who can work within your specifications.

You don’t need Kate Middleton’s price range to have a beautiful midi length dress of your own! Find a dressmaker on Airtasker now by selecting the pink ‘Post a task’ button. We’ll then connect you with dressmakers around your location who can get the job done. Compare quotes, check ratings and reviews, and choose a dressmaker you feel confident with.

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Top Dressmakers related questions

Both dressmakers and tailors do the cutting, sewing, mending, and clothing alterations. While dressmakers work with women’s clothing, tailors work only with menswear, such as suits, coats, and jackets. You should hire a dressmaker if you need help making or mending a dress, blouse, gown, or other womenswear.  

A dressmaker specialises in dressmaking, which requires a higher level of skill than a seamstress. On the other hand, a seamstress is a “jack of all trades” whose main task is to sew garments together.

Not necessarily. You can either provide the dressmaking materials or have a dressmaker supply them for you. Dressmakers can work with an existing garment or fabric you provide. Otherwise, dressmakers can handle every step of the process, from sourcing fabrics to creating the final piece.

Lead times for dressmaking depends on the type of garment. As a rule of thumb, expect dressmaking to take 4-6 weeks. More complicated projects like bridal gowns may take up to 3 months to make. If you need a dressmaker to get something done quicker, feel free to put up a task on our platform. You may find an available dressmaker who can accommodate your request.

Bespoke dressmaking usually starts with a consultation with the dressmaker via phone, online communication, or face-to-face conversation. The dressmaker then sketches up the design. Once you have approved the design and final rate, the dressmaker takes your measurements and makes a mock-up of the garment for you to try on. After the final measurements, the dressmaker makes the actual garment. The bespoke dressmaking process may vary from Tasker to Tasker.

Dressmaking provides clothing custom-fitted to your form, ideal material and design preference. Moreover, dressmaking allows you to get the fit just right, as this service offers non-standard sizes for the tall, petite, or fuller figure.

What do dressmaker services include?

Dressmakers make or alter all types of womenswear, from everyday trousers to outfits for special occasions. A dressmaker usually specialises in dresses, such as summer dresses, prom dresses, and bridal gowns. Some dressmakers also work on menswear and childrenswear.  

Our platform connects you with custom dressmaking, dress alterations, and clothing repair services. Dressmakers can assist you with the following tasks. 

Bespoke dressmaking 

Recreate a favourite dress you no longer have or have a bespoke dress perfect for your shape and style. Dressmakers can sketch up an original design for you, or take inspiration from a photograph or existing garment. 

Dressmakers can make bespoke pieces, such as skirts, summer dresses, ball gowns, and costumes. If you’re looking for unique t-shirts to sell or to give as gifts to family, you can also hire a Tasker to print your designs onto t-shirts

Dress alteration 

Dress alteration ensures your clothes look and fit just the way you like it. A dressmaker can sew sleeves onto a maxi dress, tighten a dress around the waist, put a zip onto a dress, or adjust the length of your trousers. Have you found your dream prom dress online but the bust is a little too showy? No problem! Your seamstress can fix that up for you as well, by shortening the straps or stitching in between to close the gap. You can even have your gown dry cleaned before your special event. Our platform lets you get anything done! 

Wedding dress alteration 

If you need a last-minute wedding dress or bridal wear alterations, Airtasker is here to help! Put up a task to find nearby dressmakers who can alter your dress even at short notice. Whether you have a wedding dress that doesn’t fit quite right or a vintage wedding dress that needs a bit of restyling, Taskers can help you out.  

Our platform connects you with dressmakers who work with made to measure wedding dresses, mother of the bride outfits, and bridesmaid dresses. We’ll even help you find experts who can plan your wedding, prepare the wedding menu, and photograph your beautiful wedding day! 

Dress repair 

Book same-day clothing repair for your outfit emergency, or fix up a favourite shirt you haven’t worn in a while. Dressmakers can repair any clothing issue, from fixing holes in trousers to replacing broken zips. Taskers can also stitch up the lining of a dress or sew buttons onto a polo shirt. 

Sewing lessons

Airtasker helps you find sewing experts who can share their expertise and teach you basic sewing skills. If you have the time for and interest in sewing, you can find affordable sewing lessons via our platform. Your Tasker can either meet with you in person for sewing lessons or guide you through phone or online consultation. 

Recent Dressmakers tasks

Dressmaker for formal dress

$350

Blacktown NSW 2148, Australia

5th Mar 2026

I need someone to make this dress for me

Help me with fashion design samples, dress maker / seamstress needed

$200

Green Valley NSW 2168, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Help with sewing design samples & embroidery/ lace detail. Would like to learn also..

Dressmaker

$350

West Ryde NSW 2114, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

I need a someone who can make my daugther from scratch a skirt and a shawl.

Dressmaker Required For Irish Dance Dress Construction

$600

Penrith NSW, Australia

1st Mar 2026

Ongoing Work We are looking for an experienced dressmaker to construct Irish dancing dresses. These are highly detailed performance costumes, so strong sewing skills, attention to detail, and experience with fitted bodices and structured skirts is essential. Ideally, you would be capable of creating patterns from measurements (princess bodice or embroidery bodice styles), however this is not compulsory. Guidance, templates and support will be provided for the first couple of dresses to ensure you are confident with our expectations and finish. Each dress will include: Fitted bodice Structured skirt Lining All embroidery will be completed prior and materials supplied. This is ideally an ongoing arrangement for the right person. As we expand, we are expecting to be creating 30+ dresses per year. Please respond with: Examples/photos of previous work Your experience Your location Your availability and turnaround times We are based in Penrith and would prefer someone local, but open to discussion.

Wedding Dress Maker

$3,000

Griffin QLD, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

I need a wedding dress, lace boho style.

Dressmakers

$20

Rosetta TAS 7010, Australia

21st Feb 2026

I need help making the bodice part of my dress

Dress maker, seamstress to make 3 light blue tulle capes with hood.

$450

North Epping NSW, Australia

20th Feb 2026

I need 3 capes made with hood and train. Needs to completed and delivered to north Epping by 3rd March

I need dressmaker

$400

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

16th Feb 2026

I need to make dresses as listed below: 1. 4 Jackets - Size 18 2. 2 Tops - Size 16 3. 1 Skirt - Size 16 4. 1 Pant - Size 16 Also Alteration (length shortening) is required for 1 pant. I will supply Pattern, fabric and accessories. The specified price is making cost only. Dresses will need a bit of custom measurement in addition to the measurement specified in the pattern. For example length of the dresses etc. The dressmaker will need to specify how many meters of fabric will be required and what sort of fabric will be suitable. Please contact if your machine is suitable for all types of fabric. I will need to see initially to get the measurement done and advise for the fabric type. Then I will bring fabric at the same day. Please contact.

Dress making

$450

Bossley Park NSW, Australia

15th Feb 2026

I am looking for a professional, experienced dress maker to create this dress please

Dress maker

$10

Greystanes NSW, Australia

14th Feb 2026

Dressmaker to make trench coats from patterns

Dressmaker to make garment samples from patterns

$300

Greystanes, New South Wales

14th Feb 2026

Needing a dressmaker to make some coats and jackets from patterns. Looking for samples prior to producing.

Dressmaker

$500

Arundel QLD 4214, Australia

4th Feb 2026

We are looking for an experienced Seamstress / Dressmaker for a short-term, project-based role to cut, sew, and finish garments in-house for an upcoming product.

Tania was a pleasure so kind and wonderful to work with

Need a tailor or dressmaker

$10

Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Feb 2026

I need the service of a dressmaker or a tailor having a wide experience in making custom dresses inclusive wedding gowns and dresses.An idea of male dresses is fine as well.This task is just to meet up and discuss for three hours if possible .The purpose is to have a guide into how to set up a custom dressmaking online platform ,putting into consideration the poster is a novice.So this task is not a sewing task.It is about getting informations on what would be on the websites,such as the fabric lists,the charges,the designs and how one can get the project started and running.And if the tasker is interested in collaboration,that can be considered as well.This is for two to three hours discussion max or less if all infos can be gotten in the littlest time.Thanks

Dressmaker

$150

Bulleen VIC, Australia

27th Jan 2026

i need an ongoing dressmaker to create women's designs

Dressmaker

$10

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

21st Jan 2026

I am looking for a dressmaker who can make a custom dress. I am flexible as to timing - so long as it is finished by August this year.

Part time dressmaker/ seamstress

$150

Greystanes, New South Wales, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Currently running a bridal couture and evening wear brand from my Studio in Greystanes. Looking for a part time (2-3 days per week) seamstress, who understands how to use an industrial sewing machines, cutting fabrics, block fusing, applying boning, lace applique stitching, ect, ect. Could lead to full time work.

Dressmaker - Need a dress taken up

$50

Bondi NSW, Australia

28th Nov 2025

Needing a dress to be shortened for tomorrow afternoon

Amazing service, super quick

Dressmaker

$60

Belmore NSW 2192, Australia

24th Nov 2025

I want a dress made for me. Just a simple dress.

Very happy with my dress. Zunnaira was very lovely and asked questions so she knew exactly what's expected of her. Definitely will use her again and recommend her.

Dressmaker to make simple dress, have pattern already and fabric

$100

Bulimba QLD, Australia

30th Oct 2025

Simple dress, already have existing pattern and fabric

Very happy will use again thanks

Custom dress making with existing dress (major alterations)

$5

Sydney, New South Wales

16th Sep 2025

I have a dress that I absolutely love the entire back, and the colour, but the front of the top part is not very flattering for me. I tried to take it to my usual alterations lady but she said (and I agree) this job is going more into custom dress-making territory. As such I am looking for a Sydney-based dress-maker / seamstress who would like to take on this challenge. I have some ideas but am not fixed on what I’d like the front to look like, I am really happy to be flexible and guided by your experience. I need the dress to be hemmed while we are at it, so that also gives us some extra fabric to work with. Budget for consultation Many thanks

Jiya is exactly what I needed… someone show will take on the challenge that other tailors said would be too hard. Thank you Jiya xx