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Bridal Alterations Manchester
As experts in Bridal Alterations, Alterations Boutique Manchester understands that your wedding day is one of the most memorable days of your life. When you are choosing a bridal seamstress to perform your bridal alterations, you want to be sure that you have chosen the best possible specialist to work on your special dress. Located in the heart of Manchester, our beautiful boutique specialises in Bridal Alterations. For more than 40 years we have been helping brides to achieve the dream look and perfect fit and we have established an excellent reputation for delivering each bride the perfectly altered wedding dress.
Bridal Alteration Services
- Wedding Gown Alterations
- Bridal Dress Alterations
- Mother Of The Bride Alterations
- Velis & Headdresses
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Why Choose Us?
With over 40 years of experience in Bridal Alterations, our team of bridal experts has the skill to alter your wedding dress beautifully, with attention to your taste. We believe in charging our brides fair and reasonable prices while providing quality workmanship as well as outstanding customer service.
We believe that bridal alterations are a specialised area of sewing and that only experienced and trained bridal seamstresses should perform such delicate work. Our bridal seamstresses only use perfected couture sewing techniques to perform alterations.
Bridal Dress Alterations in Manchester
Whether your wedding dress is plain or has intricate lace, beads or any other type of embellishment we have the high-level expertise to not only alter your dress to perfection but to re-style it in ways you thought were not possible. For example, changing the neckline, adding sleeves, reshaping the train, adding lace and embellishment. We will work with you closely to listen and understand your needs. Our vision is to ensure that when you walk down the aisle in your wedding 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.
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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.
First Bridal Appointment
We invite all our brides to take advantage of our complimentary bridal consultation during which our bridal specialists will understand your needs and requirements, give you their honest advice, pin your wedding dress and provide you with a breakdown of costs. We always recommend that book your initial consultation with us at your earliest convenience, especially if extensive alterations need to be carried out. If you have already purchased your shoes and undergarments please bring them with you. During your consultation, we will also choose a date for your first fitting taking into consideration the complexity of your bridal alterations. We will put your wedding dress in a bridal cover and store it safely for you. This saves you from having to transport your dress and eliminates any risk of damaging your precious dress.
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Fittings
Prior to your wedding day, you will visit us on the pre-arranged fitting dates so that we can check and discuss the progress of your bridal alterations. The number of fittings required will depend on the complexity of the work we are performing. Only once you are completely happy with the way your gown looks and fits you, may you collect your perfectly altered dress and take it with you.
Bridal Alterations Costs
At Alterations Boutique Manchester we believe in charging our brides fair and reasonable prices, therefore, we undertake regular research to ensure that our rates are as moderate as possible. We appreciate that you would like to know in advance how much the costs are going to be but as Wedding Dresses can vary with regards to fabric, finishing, construction and detail we prefer that our brides visit us so we can provide a free, accurate and no obligation quotation. During your first consultation, we will provide you with a breakdown of costs so you have a clear understanding of what you are being charged for and we will do our best to ensure we quote within your budget. Our Fair and Reasonable Price policy means that our customers receive the best possible service as well as outstanding quality workmanship, without having to pay premium prices.
All fittings including the initial consultation are free. We only charge for the work we perform and you only pay for the work we agree once. For example, if we take in the dress and it still doesn't fit correctly when you try the dress on, we do not charge again.
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Turning your Wedding Dress into a Christening Gown
At Alterations Boutique Manchester we have the expertise to make a baby christening gown by incorporating parts of your wedding dress for example by using your wedding dress train or skirt. Your wedding dress is sentimental to you and therefore it is the perfect choice to use it to create another special outfit for another special family day.
Creating a versatile wardrobe piece from your Wedding Dress
Your wedding day doesn’t have to mean the end of your wedding dress. At Alterations Boutique we have the expertise to transform your wedding dress into a special outfit you can wear regularly.
Bridesmaid Dress Alterations
Is one of your best friends getting married and you have been asked to be a bridesmaid or are you a bride and your bridesmaid needs to have her dress altered? At Alterations Boutique Manchester we can perform any type of alteration, restyling or re-sizing to a bridesmaid dress. Whether it needs to be completely re-styled or simply tweaked to look more flattering, we can help. You can trust us with any type of alterations from simple hems to major modifications, any type of fabric, detail or embellishment. We have the experience of working on beautiful laces, luxury fabrics, and materials that overall are not easy to alter. We will make sure the dress fits you precisely and we won’t be happy with the result until you are.
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Reassurance
At Alterations Boutique Manchester, we specialise in bridal alterations and are committed to offering a service that is both professional and secure. As a trusted name in wedding dress alterations in Manchester, we understand how important your gown is, which is why we have a comprehensive insurance policy in place to protect your dress while it is in our care. Whether you’re having a couture bridal gown reshaped or a vintage wedding dress restyled, your garment is fully covered for added peace of mind. We are proud to be a British tailoring company operating in the heart of Manchester, and we strictly comply with all local and national regulations. Brides across Manchester and Greater Manchester choose us for our attention to detail, expert bridal tailoring skills, and our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
The Bridal Team
All of our team are highly qualified bridal seamstresses with a minimum of 20 years of hands-on experience in wedding dress alterations. Each seamstress is not only trained in traditional and modern tailoring techniques but is also a specialist in bridal gown alterations, ensuring the perfect fit for every bride. Even though our team members join us fully qualified, they are required to complete our exclusive and rigorous Alterations Boutique training programme to ensure they consistently deliver work that meets our exceptionally high standards. This commitment to excellence is why we’re a trusted choice for bridal alterations in Manchester, known for precision, care, and outstanding craftsmanship. Whether you're altering a designer gown, resizing a vintage dress, or customising the neckline or sleeves, our skilled team is here to help you achieve your dream bridal look.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bridal Alterations
Below are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive about bridal alterations:
At Alterations Boutique Manchester, we offer more than just wedding dress alterations. We also expertly alter bridesmaid gowns, mother-of-the-bride outfits, flower girl dresses, and even suits—making sure your whole bridal party looks their best.
We advise bringing your wedding dress to us as soon as you receive it. Even if your wedding is months away, this allows sufficient time to make any necessary changes and ensure a flawless fit for your special day.
On average, brides attend 2–3 fittings. The first identifies needed changes, the second fine-tunes those adjustments, and the final ensures the gown fits perfectly. However, each case is unique. We don’t limit fittings and are happy to offer as many as needed to achieve the ideal result—with no added cost for additional appointments.
Yes, in most cases we can alter the dress by one to two sizes, depending on how much seam allowance is available. If more dramatic size changes are needed, we may recommend additional fabric or advanced tailoring techniques.
Yes, certainly! Our skilled team can add sleeves—lace, illusion, or full length—modify your neckline, or incorporate bespoke embellishments to bring your bridal vision to life.
Absolutely! We can either shorten the train to your desired length or create a bustle so you can lift it comfortably for dancing and walking during the reception.
Yes, we often alter wedding dresses ordered online. Since sizing varies greatly between designers, we tailor these gowns to ensure they fit perfectly.
Timelines vary depending on the complexity of your alterations and how busy our studio is. We’ll always aim to finish within a reasonable time while maintaining the highest standard of workmanship.
Yes, all bridal fittings are by appointment only. This helps us provide the individual attention your gown deserves and lets us plan our schedule effectively to deliver a relaxed and dedicated fitting experience.
We know that last-minute needs can happen, and we’ll do our best to help—depending on availability. Please get in touch as soon as possible so we can advise on your options.
Please bring the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear on the day of your wedding. This ensures we can take precise measurements and hem your dress correctly.
If you haven’t chosen your wedding shoes yet, let your seamstress know so we can adjust the hem at a later fitting.
Each fitting is scheduled for up to 30 minutes. Please arrive on time—arriving late may shorten your fitting session, as we must honour appointments booked after yours.
We recommend limiting your entourage to two guests to keep the fitting comfortable and focused.
Food and drinks are not allowed on the premises in order to protect the gowns from accidental stains.
While we love animals, unfortunately pets are not allowed inside to avoid any risk of damage or staining to the dresses.
No worries at all! Our experienced bridal seamstress can expertly convert your gown from a zip to a lace-up back, giving you the extra space you need for a comfortable and flattering fit.
Yes, we do. We offer gown steaming, but only during your final fitting and collection. We recommend steaming only when necessary to protect the dress’s fabric and finish.
Yes, we offer complimentary storage for your gown from your first fitting until final collection after the alterations are complete.
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