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Wedding Dress Alterations in Manchester
Alterations Boutique Manchester has over 40 years of experience in wedding dress alterations. If your dress needs shortening, taking in, or is the wrong size our dedicated bridal specialists will work on your dress until it fits you precisely.
With a wealth of experience in bridal dress alterations, our thorough and meticulous bridal seamstresses have the expertise to alter your dress to perfection. Whether your wedding gown is made of delicate lace, luxurious silk, embellished tulle, or any other material you can trust our bridal experts with any type of alterations as they have the high-level expertise to not only alter your dress to perfection but to restyle it in ways you thought were not possible. If your wedding dress needs to be resized or restyled visit us for a complimentary consultation and our fully qualified bridal seamstresses will help you achieve the desired fit.
Our experience lets us offer a full range of wedding dress alterations including restyling the neckline, adding sleeves, reshaping the train, adding lace, appliques, or any other embellishment. We will work with you on a one-to-one basis to listen and understand your needs. Our vision is to ensure that when you walk down the aisle in your bridal dress you will feel the most confident you have ever felt in your life. You will gain this confidence by knowing that you look incredible from every angle. These are just some examples of bridal alterations we can perform:
Bridal Gown Alterations Services in Manchester:
Take in or Let out Wedding Dress sides
Narrow Wedding Dress shoulders
Shorten / Lengthen Wedding Dress
Reshape Wedding Dress neckline
Add Bustle
Add Belt
Add Modesty Panel
Veil Alterations
Replace Wedding Dress Zip
Restyle Wedding Dress
General Wedding Dress Repairs
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The Experience
At Alterations Boutique Manchester we have worked hard on putting together the best possible team to work on your dress, developing a high standard of customer service we believe all brides deserve, and we have been successful at creating a wonderful experience from the moment a bride walks into our boutique.
Our professionalism, sensible costs, and our wealth of experience are the things that will help you in your decision to choose Alterations Boutique Manchester as your Bridal Alterations company of choice.
First Appointment
We would advise that you visit us with your wedding gown and the shoes you intend to wear on your wedding day at your earliest convenience. Our bridal specialist will perform an initial consultation, pin your dress, and provide you with a breakdown of alterations costs. If you would like to go ahead, we will take payment, create an order in our in-house computer system, schedule a date for your next visit, and store your dress until then. If you have not purchased the shoes you intend to wear please let our Bridal Seamstress know so that she does not pin the hem until you have.
Fittings
Wedding Dresses are complex to alter and therefore we do not know how many fittings may be required to complete the work to your satisfaction. You may not need to visit several times so please plan and prepare for multiple visits.
Costs
When it comes to Wedding Dress Alterations we believe in charging our brides fair prices, therefore, we undertake regular research to ensure our rates are competitive. Our bridal seamstresses are highly trained which means that you will receive the best possible service and outstanding quality workmanship, without having to pay premium prices.
All fittings including the consultation are free. We only charge for the work we perform and you only pay for the work we agree to do once. For example, if we take in the dress and it still does not fit correctly when you try the dress on, we do not charge again. Please book an appointment by clicking on the link above or email us at
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wedding Dress Alterations
Here are some of the most common questions we receive about wedding dress alterations:
At Alterations Boutique Manchester, we specialise in more than just wedding dress alterations. We also offer expert tailoring for bridesmaid dresses, mother-of-the-bride outfits, flower girl dresses, and suits, ensuring every member of your bridal party looks their absolute best on your special day.
We suggest bringing your wedding dress to us as soon as you have it, even if your wedding is several months away. This gives us plenty of time to make any required alterations, ensuring your dress is flawlessly tailored for your special day.
Typically, most brides require 2–3 fittings. The first fitting allows us to assess the necessary changes, the second refines the adjustments, and the final fitting ensures the perfect fit. However, we cannot guarantee a specific number of fittings, as it depends on the complexity of the alterations. For significant modifications or intricate customisations, additional fittings may be needed. We offer an unlimited fittings policy, ensuring your dress is tailored to your satisfaction, with no extra charges for additional fittings.
Yes, most dresses can be taken in or let out by 1–2 sizes, depending on the seam allowance. For larger adjustments, additional fabric or innovative tailoring techniques may be needed to achieve the desired fit.
Certainly! Our skilled seamstresses can add lace, illusion, or full-length sleeves, adjust necklines, or craft custom embellishments to bring your vision to life.
Yes! We can shorten the train to your desired length or add a bustle to allow for easier movement during the reception.
Yes, we often tailor wedding dresses purchased online to guarantee the perfect fit, as sizing can vary widely between different brands.
The duration of the alteration process and the number of fittings needed depend on the complexity of the alterations and our current workload. While we aim to complete the work within a reasonable timeframe, we prioritise delivering the highest quality craftsmanship.
Yes, we operate on an appointment-only basis for all wedding dress alterations. This ensures our team can devote ample time and attention to your specific needs. Appointments also help us manage our workflow effectively, providing you with a personalised and focused experience.
We understand that unexpected circumstances can arise, and we will do our best to accommodate last-minute wedding dress alterations, subject to availability. Please contact us as soon as possible, and we’ll work with you to find the best solution.
For your fitting appointment, please bring the undergarments and shoes you intend to wear on your wedding day. This ensures precise measurements and the proper hemming adjustments for the perfect fit.
If you haven't purchased your wedding shoes yet, please let our bridal seamstress know so the hem can be adjusted and pinned during a later fitting once you have them.
Fittings are scheduled to last a maximum of 30 minutes. It’s important to arrive on time for your appointment, as arriving late may result in a reduced fitting time to accommodate other clients who are booked after you.
We recommend bringing no more than two people with you to your appointment.
To minimise the risk of staining wedding dresses, food and drink are not permitted on the premises.
Whilst we do love animals, we regret that they cannot be permitted on-site to avoid the risk of staining or tarnishing any wedding dresses.
No need to worry! Our skilled wedding dress alterations seamstresses can expertly convert your dress from a zip-up style to a lace-up back, providing the extra room you need for a perfect fit.
Yes, we do offer steaming, but we only steam the dress during your final fitting when you are collecting it. We recommend steaming only if it is necessary to preserve the fabric and overall condition of the gown.
Yes, we will store your dress from the point of your first fitting until when you collect it once all the alterations are completed.
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