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Dressmaking & Alterations

Something made for you, fitted to you

From a simple hem to a dress designed from scratch. Every piece is cut, fitted and finished by hand in our Borehamwood studio.

One-to-one appointments

Borehamwood, Hertfordshire

Every stitch by hand

Same-week alterations available

What We Do

Three Ways We Can Help

Whether you need something made, something adjusted or something completely new — it all starts with a conversation.

Signature

Bespoke Dressmaking

Made to measure, designed around you
A garment created entirely for you. We work from your vision — an occasion, an idea, a fabric you love — and build something that fits your body and your moment perfectly.

Weddings

Mother of the bride

Prom

Special occasions

Weddings

Mother of the bride

Prom

Special occasions

Allow 6–8 weeks · Pricing at consultation


Custom Garments

Your design, made to your measurements
Bring us a picture, a pattern or a garment you love and we will recreate it to fit you. A great option when you know what you want but need it made to your exact measurements.

Recreations

Workwear

Everyday pieces

Recreations

Workwear

Everyday pieces

Allow 4–6 weeks · Pricing at consultation

Signature

Alterations

Professional fitting and adjustments
From hemming and taking in to zip replacements and more complex restructuring. The same care and precision as our bespoke work, for garments you already own.

Hems

Taking in / letting out

Zips

Restructuring

Hems

Taking in / letting out

Zips

Restructuring

Alterations

Quick Guide to Pricing

Most alterations are straightforward. Here are starting prices for our most common requests — final pricing depends on the garment and the work involved.

  • Hem (trousers, skirts, dresses)
    From £15
  • Take in or let out
    From £20
  • Shorten sleeves
    From £18
  • Reline a jacket or coat
    From £45
  • Complex restructuring
    From £50

Bring the garment to your appointment and we will give you an exact price on the spot. No obligation.

“Many of our bespoke clients started with a simple alteration. Once you feel what a perfect fit is like, you start to wonder what else is possible.”

How Bespoke Works

From First Conversation to Finished Piece

Never had something made before? Here is exactly what to expect.

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Consultation

We meet to discuss your vision, take measurements and talk through options

Free, 30 minutes

Design

We develop the pattern and select fabric together based on your brief

1–2 weeks

Fittings

One or more fittings in studio to refine the shape and perfect the fit

Included in every project

Delivery

Your finished piece, pressed and ready to wear for your moment

Pressed and packaged

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2
Consultation

We meet to discuss your vision, take measurements and talk through options

Free, 30 minutes

Design

We develop the pattern and select fabric together based on your brief

1–2 weeks

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4
Fittings

One or more fittings in studio to refine the shape and perfect the fit

Included in every project

Delivery

Your finished piece, pressed and ready to wear for your moment

Pressed and packaged

1
Consultation

We meet to discuss your vision, take measurements and talk through options

Free, 30 minutes

2
Design

We develop the pattern and select fabric together based on your brief

1–2 weeks

3
Fittings

One or more fittings in studio to refine the shape and perfect the fit

Included in every project

4
Delivery

Your finished piece, pressed and ready to wear for your moment

Pressed and packaged

Planning for an event? We recommend booking at least 8 weeks ahead for bespoke and 4 weeks for custom garments.

The Care Behind Every Piece

We limit the number of projects we take on so every piece gets the focus it deserves. No rush, no shortcuts and no compromises on fit.

One-to-one attention

Quality fabrics and finishes

Fittings included

No hidden costs

Start Here

Book a Free Consultation

Tell us what you have in mind and we will arrange a time to meet. No obligation, no pressure.

We will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange a time that suits you.

Ready to Start Your Sewing Journey?

Book a class, try a free taster session or get in touch to discuss private tuition.