Bridal Alterations Ann Arbor | In-House Wedding Dress Tailoring

**Initial fitting consultation.** After your gown arrives, you'll schedule your first alterations appointment with our team. You'll bring your wedding day shoes and undergarments, and the seamstress will pin the dress for the adjustments you need.
**Quote and timeline.** You'll receive a transparent price quote based on the specific work required — not a flat package fee. Pricing is itemized and discussed before any work begins.
**Subsequent fittings.** Most brides need two to three fittings spaced over six to eight weeks. The seamstress refines the fit at each appointment and walks you through the bustle and any custom features.
**Final pickup.** Your dress is steamed and ready for pickup the week of your wedding. We can store the gown and veil in the boutique until pickup if that's easier for you.

Your gown never leaves the boutique. No shipping, no third-party handoffs, no risk of damage in transit.
Continuity of care. The same team that fitted you at your initial appointment handles every subsequent fitting and the final steaming.
Experience with delicate fabrics. Our team works with silk, organza, tulle, satin, charmeuse, mikado, beaded lace, and couture beadwork on a daily basis.
Storage available. If you finish alterations early, we'll store your gown in the boutique until your wedding week at no extra charge.
Direct communication. Questions about the bustle, the cleaning, or the steaming go to the same team that knows your dress

How many fittings do I need for a wedding dress?
Most brides need two to three fittings. The first fitting establishes the major adjustments — hem, bustle, and bodice. The second refines the fit and adds custom details. A third fitting, when needed, confirms everything sits correctly before pickup.
When should I start wedding dress alterations?
Six to eight weeks before your wedding date is typical. For gowns with extensive customization — added sleeves, reshaped lace, or significant resizing — start weeks out.
How much do wedding dress alterations cost?
Pricing is itemized and depends on the specific work your gown needs. After your first fitting, you'll receive a transparent quote that lists each adjustment. The boutique does not charge a flat alterations fee.
Do you tip a wedding dress seamstress?
Tipping a bridal seamstress is appreciated but not required. Many brides tip a percentage of the alterations cost, or give a flat thank-you at final pickup. It's a personal call.
Can I bring in a dress I bought somewhere else?
Yes. The boutique alters gowns purchased elsewhere — online retailers, chain stores, out-of-state shops — using the same in-house team and the same fitting process.
Will my dress fit through the wedding day?
Yes, when alterations are done close enough to the wedding date that your body composition is stable. We recommend the first fitting roughly six to eight weeks out so the dress is fitted to where you'll be on the wedding day, not where you were when the gown was ordered.