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Such a great experience working with Laila on a simple yet detailed job. Thank you

Custom sewing service for wedding canopy

$50

Amazing service, quality and can’t wait to wear the dress. Thank you again

Wedding dress taken up

$120

Wonderful job!!

Wedding Dress alteration

$80

Sue is amazing! She did an excellent job altering a silky bridesmaid dress to fit my pregnant body! Will be using her for all future dress making!

Bridesmaid dress altered

$70

Sue was great. Extremely friendly and done a perfect job on my bridesmaid dress.

Bridesmaid dress alterations

$100

Thank you so much Zara! So lovely and so convenient!

Shorten/hem a bridesmaid dress and two pairs of pants

$75

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Why book a wedding dress alteration service through Airtasker?

Weddings are once in a lifetime. When it’s your turn to walk down the aisle, all you want is to savour the dreamy moment and look your best. This includes picking the beautiful gown you’ve been eyeing.

In some instances, however, your dress might not perfectly fit you yet. Instead of taking the risk on your special day, the next best step is hiring someone with expertise in wedding dress alterations. With Airtasker, you don’t have to stress yourself out in the middle of wedding planning to solve it. Our platform lets you connect with professionals—including those who can create adjustments, making your dream dress a reality. Discomfort shouldn’t be in the picture, so leave it to the Tasker to let you walk, dance, and move freely!

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Top Wedding Dress Alterations related questions

Two months before your big day is ideal. You wouldn't want to come in for a fitting sooner than that as bodies can often change over time. Booking an appointment late, however, may not give enough time for your alteration specialist to do your requested alterations. Also, it's best to have your final fitting two weeks before the wedding to ensure that everything fits perfectly.

It depends on you. If you think it can boost your confidence and will make you feel comfortable, you can. But there’s no need to pressure yourself to do so. After all, alteration services are here to make sure your dress fits you flawlessly, flattering your physique no matter your body shape or type. If you decide to lose weight, please consult your physician or dietician to make sure you're doing it healthily.

You can always get a wedding gown in your actual size for good measure. If this isn’t possible, you can purchase a dress that's at least two sizes bigger since tailoring down a larger dress is easier than readjusting a smaller one. However, you shouldn't get an oversized off-the-rack dress either. Altering larger dresses can be very difficult, and it would be a challenge to maintain the design’s integrity.

In Australia, the usual costs of wedding dress alterations are as follows: hem (standard designs) at $120, hem (delicate fabrics) at $200, strap adjustments at $30, and steam press at $40. Taking in the bust and the bodice would need $80 and $150, respectively.

The overall cost involves several factors like the type of fabric, state of the dress before alteration, amount of work required, and if there’s additional beadwork. It’s also influenced by your location, how busy the season is (like prom), the seamstress’ level of expertise, and if your order is rushed.

Carry your bridal shoes and nude-coloured undergarments that you intend to wear for your wedding. This ensures that every measurement is as exact as it can be, and to see if everything, from head to toe, goes well together. You can also bring your accessories and photos of your makeup and hairstyle pegs so you can visualise your overall look better.

An hour to complete one fitting session is usual. Generally, you'll need to undergo three fittings. The first one is for pinning and tailoring the wedding dress. Meanwhile, hem, neckline, side seams, and waist alterations are done on the second fitting session. The third session is for you to try on the dress to make sure you're delighted with how it fits!

To make the big day as magical as you wish, you can book professionals on Airtasker to help you out with dry cleaning your dressdesigning your invitationsfood catering, and keeping your guests entertained with a performance, among others. 

What do wedding dress alteration services include?

No need to panic while counting down until your wedding day.


Bridal alterations near you cover wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and other bridal garments. Professionals skilled in this area can give you the confidence to grace the ceremony with beauty, elegance, and most especially comfort. Who doesn’t want to feel at ease while posing for wedding group photos, mingling with family and friends, sharing a memorable toast with the guests, and slow dancing with their partner?


A wardrobe malfunction shouldn’t be in the picture, so it’s wise to get the necessary alterations weeks before the special day. Here are more details about bridal alterations:


Altering the hem

While most brides go for long gowns that give off that mesmerising look, some prefer their wedding dresses shorter. After all, they’re helpful when it comes to lessening the chances of you tripping or ruining the dress altogether.


If you relate to this, you can connect with a bridal alteration specialist who can adjust the hem of your dress to match with your height or style better. Here’s a tip: Bring your wedding heels on the alteration appointment day. This can further help your Tasker figure out the right hem length for you.


Altering the side seams

The one-size-fits-all wedding gown doesn’t exist—each body is built and shaped differently. So, the purpose of altering the side seams of your dress is to accentuate your body shape and make your silhouette much more visible. 


Usually, this process involves fitting on the hips, waist, and butt. It’s best to coordinate with your Tasker to know if it’s possible to alter the dress size, too.


Altering the neckline

Your wedding dress is as gorgeous as you expected, but does the neckline seem a bit off? Whether it’s straight, V-neck, high neck, bateau, and halter strap, trust that your Tasker can make adjustments until you feel satisfied with the fit. Also consider your body type and accessories when choosing a neckline.


If you’ve ticked off the wedding gown matters done, why not proceed to hiring someone who can take care of the hairstyling and makeup department, too?


Other special alterations

Managed to get cool off-the-rack or ready-to-wear bridal garments? Special wedding dress alterations are ideal for personalising these. Whether it’s adding a complex lace pattern or a certain amount of tulle for extra oomph, just align with your Tasker regarding your expectations.

Recent Wedding Dress Alterations tasks

Sew and embroidery of a wedding sign

$320

Hobart TAS, Australia

27th May 2025

Wanting someone to sew the lace trim seamlessly onto the edges of sheer fabric to mimic the sign in the photo for my wedding sign. Also wanting our names embroidered and the date below. Happy to negotiate for just the sewing if unable to do embroidery as well.

Adjust the shoulder and waist, and reduce the hem of wedding gown,

$500

Lidcombe NSW, Australia

23rd May 2025

Tigthen the waist and body; shorten the shoulders, and reduce the hem of the wedding gown. Materials: Tulle and lace

Wedding dress alteration

$800

West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia

21st May 2025

I would like to alter my ballgown wedding dress. I need the bodice to be smaller, add a built in bra, and add a bustle to the train.

Dressmaker for Wedding outfit

$200

Palm Beach NSW, Australia

20th May 2025

Dressmaker for wedding outfit

Wedding dressmaker required

$2,000

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

18th May 2025

I'm looking to get a custom dress made for my wedding in May next year. Attached are references for the style I'm keen to create, which is heavily inspired by Danielle Frankel's Simone dress: https://www.daniellefrankelstudio.com/products/simone "Raised cowl neck, bias cut silk wool long sleeve gown with 5 inch slit at wrist. Open back with scarf draped accent. Fully lined with side zip closure." I'm seeking quotes at the moment and would love to understand how much custom making something like this style would cost and what the process looks like.

Wedding dress alterations

$500

Carnegie VIC 3163, Australia

15th May 2025

Looking for wedding dress alterations: - Take in bodice - Remove strap - Shorten/hem - Add bustle

I need a seamstress to fix my badly altered wedding dress

$1,000

Banksmeadow, New South Wales

12th May 2025

I have a wedding dress that I loved, I got it altered and to much fabric was removed from the bottom half of the dress and now I hate how it looks. It’s gone from an Aline fit to a sheath satin fit which is not what was wanted or expected. It has an over skirt that I’m hoping someone can help use to cover the front or open to creative ideas! Weddings in a month! I really don’t want to have to buy another dress

Personalised initials on 150 handkerchiefs for a wedding

$150

Essendon VIC, Australia

11th May 2025

I would like the initials O & J embroidered on 150 white hankies.I will supply the hankies and blue thread . Example provided. Apologies, I meant to add that it needs to be done near me in Melbourne for pick-up.

I want wedding dress to be steamed.

$40

Edmondson Park NSW, Australia

10th May 2025

It’s a wedding dress that needs to be ironed.

Wedding dress (Discussion only)

$5

Travancore VIC 3032, Australia

7th May 2025

Hem shortening Tightening (probably have to make the body fit 1 inch tighter) optional if it fits my budget: Short off-shoulder sleeves & Bra cup

Bridesmaid dress altered

$50

Ormond VIC 3204, Australia

3rd May 2025

Have a bridesmaid dress that needs shortening a few cms. I would also like the dress taken out from the side around the stomach region if possibl. Happy to be quoted on here for the shortening of the dress and pay cash for the rest just in case it is not possible to achieve. https://www.stacees.com/product/trumpet-mermaid-one-shoulder-sleeveless-floor-length-stretch-satin-bridesmaid-dress-S7510B

Bridesmaid dress needs altering

$200

Windsor QLD, Australia

29th Apr 2025

I need my bridesmaid dress altered slightly. Just the neckline and possibly the waist to be taken in slightly. Can anyone pls help me do it tomorrow? Xx

Amazing!! Absolutely amazing. She changed my life. 10/10 would recommend!

3X Bridesmaid dresses

$1,500

Sydney, New South Wales

22nd Apr 2025

Hi, i am looking for someone to make 3x custom bridesmaid dresses. Reference photo of style is attached, however I would like the top to be different on each bridesmaid eg. 1 strapless, 1 one shoulder, 1 halter. I would like the same/similar thick fabric, and colour is TBC.

Urgent wedding dress alteration

$400

Drummoyne NSW, Australia

20th Apr 2025

URGENT. Need alteration complete by Wednesday. Wedding dress train needs to be shortened. A lot of layers! (Dress: Hera couture Florence).

Make a Non Traditional Wedding Dress

$750

North Lakes QLD, Australia

16th Apr 2025

I’m struggling to find the type of dress I want to wear for my wedding. I have very specific ideas and style I want. I want a champagne gold dress that is very elegant to the floor with no train. That goes across one shoulder and down one arm. I can show reference images and explain further if we decide to work together. Need it for my wedding on 20th June 2025.

Need 5 bridesmaids and a wedding dress taken in

$500

Camden NSW, Australia

16th Apr 2025

Will need 5 bridesmaids dresses shortened and tightened. And my wedding dress the same. I’ll attach photos of both. Please just drop an offer.

Wedding dress alterations

$250

Manly Vale NSW, Australia

10th Apr 2025

Purchased a beautiful wedding dress, needs to be fitted to my body. Lots of beads all over the dress as seen in photos. Looking for quotes, not an urgent job that needs to be done asap.

Wedding dress

$1,500

Beaudesert QLD, Australia

7th Apr 2025

Dream wedding dress cannot find the designer

Alterations, hemming and taking in bridesmaid dresses

$15

Sydney NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2025

Hi, I'm getting married in 2 weeks and need my bridesmaids dresses hemmed. It will be either 3 or 4 dresses and 1 also needs to be brought in at the side breast area. Image circled for the girls that need the tailoring. This is not accurate as they are not wearing heels but either way they will need a slight hem

Amazing job and super fast!!! Will be using Maryam again :)

Dress alteration for wedding elopement

$80

Oxley Park NSW 2760, Australia

14th Feb 2025

URGENT MUST BE FINISHED BY WEDNESDAY CAN DROP OFF SATURDAY/ SUNDAY Short dress for elopement in Vegas I need 3 things done from easiest to hardest 1. Hemmed shorter 2. It is very booby so I need a clasp/button added and extra fabric underneath (either extra from hem OR I do have fabric I’ve purchased) 3. The sleeves are very puffy. I’d like them shorter and tighter. I leave Thursday night to Vegas. I went to pick it up and my seamstress hadn’t even started (was with her for 3 weeks) so I’m really desperate. Happy to travel to drop it off and pick it up, will try on and give more information.

Deepti did a fabulous job alterating my dress, exactly what I had pictured it my head :)