Bridal
Your dress, perfected
Wedding dress alterations are a craft of their own. We fit, shape and finish bridal and occasion wear so it moves with you on the day — beautifully.
Few garments matter more than a wedding dress, and few are more complex to alter — layered skirts, boned bodices, delicate lace and fabrics that show every stitch. This is work we love and take seriously.
We recommend starting alterations 6–8 weeks before the day, with a fitting schedule built around you. Bridesmaids, mothers of the bride and occasion wear are equally welcome.
The service
What we take care of
Fittings
Unhurried, private fittings where your dress is pinned on you, in your wedding shoes.
Bodice shaping
Taking in or letting out structured, boned and corseted bodices without disturbing the line.
Hems on layered skirts
Multi-layer hems on tulle, chiffon, satin and lace, levelled precisely to your shoes.
Bustles
French, American or bespoke bustles so your train lifts elegantly for the evening.
Straps, sleeves & necklines
Adjustments and additions that keep you comfortable and secure all day.
Post-wedding cleaning
Careful cleaning after the day, so your dress is preserved as beautifully as it was worn.
In the workroom
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Questions
Asked often, answered honestly
What customers say
“Great experience at Alterique! Had to have a bridesmaid dress altered last minute, staff were so friendly and kind. Dress was altered very quickly and looks amazing! Thank you!”
“Quick service, very professional and very good at what they do. I came in with an idea about how I want my dress to be modified and I was listened to and we came to a mutual conclusion on something that would look better. Really recommend!”
“Amazing service! Customer service is exceptional, huge thanks especially to Sephora for accommodating my requests at short notice!”
“I had a suit jacket fitted to size, would strongly recommend.”
From the journal
Bridal · 5 min read
Wedding dress alterations: the timeline that works
When to book, how many fittings to expect, and what to bring — a calm, realistic schedule for the months before your day.
30 June 2026
Garment Care · 4 min read
The silk care guide
Silk is stronger than it looks and fussier than it admits. What to do — and what never to do — with your finest fabric.
2 May 2026
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