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Alterations Services
What do dress alteration services include?
A dress tailor can take on almost any altering request to make sure that your dress fits according to your exact measurements and unique body type. From simple trimming to extensive adjustments, they can take care of the entire process so you won't have to deal with an ill-fitting dress–especially if you're attending or organising an event. Here are some standard alteration services that you can get:
Prom dress alterations
Wearing a perfectly fitted dress that showcases your figure and best assets is a surefire way to look and feel confident for prom night! But if your prom dress, unfortunately, doesn't fit right, a dress alteration service can be the ultimate lifesaver. Your dress tailor might ask you to put on your dress–with and without your heels on–to know the exact alterations and adjustments needed. Upon request, they can also add beads and other embellishments if you want to do a little restyling or enhancing.
Wedding dress alterations
Planning the perfect wedding takes months–some even years–to guarantee that everything will run smoothly. And on your special day, the last thing you need to worry about is a wedding dress that's either too snug or too loose. At least six weeks before the occasion, consider booking an alteration service to make sure that your wedding dress has the perfect fit from the moment you walk down the aisle until your very last dance.Â
Your tailor can shorten the hem or cut the straps a little if they appear too long. They can also take our out on the bust, and hips to get you that elegant, sculpted silhouette and make sure that you look amazing in your wedding photos!
Formal dress alteration
Some ball gowns and evening dresses for formal events come with a hefty price tag, so it's natural for you to want to get your money's worth. In case your gown is hugging you a bit tighter than usual, or your cocktail dress feels loose in some parts of your body, a dress alteration service can come in handy. They can also re-strap, re-bead, or even shorten them a little, giving it a completely new design without the expense of a new dress.
Once you have your clothes sorted, you can now fully prepare for your event! We can help you find a hairstylist to do your hair or even a professional artist to take care of your make-up! For the finishing touch, put on your favourite jewellery and high heels, and you are all set!
Recent Dress Alterations tasks in Canberra
Wedding dress alteration within 3 weeks
$500
Monash ACT, Australia
23rd Mar 2024
I have my wedding dress, which has just arrived, that needs some alterations. It is corset backed. Currently the corset needs to be taken in 1 inch on either side. So 2 inch total. One strap could also be shortened (I have scoliosis so my shoulders are wonky). My wedding is Saturday 13 April this year as we had to move the date up. So only 3 weeks to get this done. Im happy to pay a bit extra given its a rush job. Im based in Monash but am happy to drop the dress off anywhere in Canberra and collect when ready.
Dress alteration
$55
Kingston ACT, Australia
15th Mar 2024
Hello! I have a dress that I’d love to wear to a bridal shower this Sunday but it needs some alteration. It’s quite a boxy cut, and I’m happy for it to stay boxy, so I’m hoping it’s not too complicated to bring in both side seams so it’s smaller and perhaps the top shoulder seams so the drop waist sits slightly higher. Photo of the dress, and of the inside seams is attached. :)
Dress Alteration
$50
Reid ACT, Australia
23rd Jan 2024
I have a dress that's running a little bit too big for me. Need to shorten the dress and smaller the chest area. Location: City 2601. Can drop it off if you're located near city, otherwise price includes pick-up & drop off. - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 25 January 2024
Need help with dress alterations
$50
Bruce ACT, Australia
20th Jan 2024
I bought a dress from Portmans and need to have it restyled and alterered. Would also appreciate recommendations as to what I can do with it but I do have somewhat of an idea. I’m happy to negotiate the price for a good job. - Due date: Flexible
Two dress alterations, taking in and hem
$15
Canberra ACT, Australia
28th Jan 2023
Two uniforms, need taken in and hem shortened - Due date: Before Monday, 30 January 2023
Dress alterations
$100
Kaleen ACT 2617, Australia
6th Dec 2022
Need a formal - style pleated dress altered to be smaller, by next Friday 16 Dec - Due date: Before Friday, 16 December 2022
Wedding dress altered
$250
New South Wales 2620, Australia
25th Jun 2022
Hello I need my wedding dress altered to my size (it’s already pretty close). It is also still to long. There is no lace, embellishments or anything like that on the dress. Hopefully it’s an easy one. I can come drop it off. - Due date: Before Thursday, 25 August 2022
Wedding dress alterations
$100
Belconnen ACT, Australia
10th May 2022
My wedding dress needs to be hemmed and taken in before thr 21st may - Due date: Before Saturday, 21 May 2022
Dress alterations
$75
Molonglo ACT 2611, Australia
15th Mar 2022
I'm looking for a seamstress to alter a sequin formal dress, adding a zip and taking it in a little. Happy to negotiate price, as I have no idea what the going rate for something like this is. - Due date: Before Saturday, 19 March 2022
Casual Dress Alterations
$5
Lyneham ACT, Australia
2nd Mar 2022
I have 2 dresses that I want to shorten and was hoping to find someone that won't charge $30-$35 for each.
Easy communication and happy with the alterations, thank you!
Wedding dress alterations
$500
Molonglo ACT 2611, Australia
31st Jan 2022
I was hoping to get a very rough idea of how much it will cost to get a wedding dress altered. The dress is a calla Blanche - Kyla dress. It is a sheath crepe dress with some lace detail in the bust area. I am on a budget and I am buying a dress about 3 sizes too big. Will you be able to alter the dress for me? Would be great if you can let me know how much roughly. The wedding is not until 22/10/2022. - Due date: Flexible
Dress alteration
$75
Majura ACT 2609, Australia
4th Dec 2021
Attaching small size extra fabric to a dress - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 6th Dec 2021
Dress alterations
$200
Kambah ACT, Australia
13th Nov 2021
A second hand wedding dress, needs taking in at the bodice and shortening of skirt. For school formal - Due date: Before Tuesday, 30th Nov 2021
Wedding dress alterations
$300
Ngunnawal ACT, Australia
5th Sep 2021
wedding dress alterations
Wedding dress alterations
$200
Gungahlin ACT, Australia
28th Jun 2021
Looking for someone to alter my wedding dress which is highly sequinned with a lot of lace. Wedding in November 2021. Only need the hem taken up.
Dress alterations
$40
Braddon ACT, Australia
3rd Jun 2021
I have a linen smock dress that I would like to bring in a bit on the top and add some big buttons to at the back.
Rachel was super responsive and it was really easy to organise a time that worked for us both. She had a great idea for how to alter my dress and I love the final product! Thank you
Dress alteration
$80
Crace ACT 2911, Australia
21st Apr 2021
Would like a dress altered with only a couple of days turnaround time if possible. It’s a boned dress that I need taken in at the bodice (but not the waist) by about 1.5cm either side. Very delicate fabric and could be quite fiddly and hard to do with limited time. I’m very anxious about ruining the dress as it was very expensive.
Dressmaker for wedding dress alterations - consult
$50
Braddon, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
18th Apr 2021
Hi. I'm getting married in October and I have a vintage dress (made in 1970s) that I need altered. Id love to sit down with an experienced dressmaker and see what they can be done to it so it fits me better. Offer is for initial consultation only