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Absolutely sensational job Nilay did.my wedding dress looks perfect. I willbe going to her from now on for all my sewing needs. Highly recommend!!!

Wedding dress alterations

$400

Speedy, great quality, friendly expertise

Bridesmaid dress hemming

$100

Wonderful job!!

Wedding Dress alteration

$80

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What do wedding dress alteration services include?

No need to panic while counting down until your wedding day.


Bridal alterations near you cover wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and other bridal garments. Professionals skilled in this area can give you the confidence to grace the ceremony with beauty, elegance, and most especially comfort. Who doesn’t want to feel at ease while posing for wedding group photos, mingling with family and friends, sharing a memorable toast with the guests, and slow dancing with their partner?


A wardrobe malfunction shouldn’t be in the picture, so it’s wise to get the necessary alterations weeks before the special day. Here are more details about bridal alterations:


Altering the hem

While most brides go for long gowns that give off that mesmerising look, some prefer their wedding dresses shorter. After all, they’re helpful when it comes to lessening the chances of you tripping or ruining the dress altogether.


If you relate to this, you can connect with a bridal alteration specialist who can adjust the hem of your dress to match with your height or style better. Here’s a tip: Bring your wedding heels on the alteration appointment day. This can further help your Tasker figure out the right hem length for you.


Altering the side seams

The one-size-fits-all wedding gown doesn’t exist—each body is built and shaped differently. So, the purpose of altering the side seams of your dress is to accentuate your body shape and make your silhouette much more visible. 


Usually, this process involves fitting on the hips, waist, and butt. It’s best to coordinate with your Tasker to know if it’s possible to alter the dress size, too.


Altering the neckline

Your wedding dress is as gorgeous as you expected, but does the neckline seem a bit off? Whether it’s straight, V-neck, high neck, bateau, and halter strap, trust that your Tasker can make adjustments until you feel satisfied with the fit. Also consider your body type and accessories when choosing a neckline.


If you’ve ticked off the wedding gown matters done, why not proceed to hiring someone who can take care of the hairstyling and makeup department, too?


Other special alterations

Managed to get cool off-the-rack or ready-to-wear bridal garments? Special wedding dress alterations are ideal for personalising these. Whether it’s adding a complex lace pattern or a certain amount of tulle for extra oomph, just align with your Tasker regarding your expectations.

Recent Wedding Dress Alterations tasks in Melbourne

Experienced dressmaker - Wedding Dress alterations, sleeve and length.

$350

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

23rd Aug 2024

Wedding dress needing 4" off length and sleeves changed, removal of one strap and tightening.

Jo was amazing!!! She is no doubt an expert in her craft. Really tailored her advice and alerations to my style and needs (even needs I didnt realise were there i.e. dress structure, etc.)! Highly recommend her service if you love being taken care of, love incredible professionalism and want to feel/look like a princess. Thank you again Jo!!

Alterations for 3x wedding suit and pants

$220

Melbourne VIC, Australia

20th Jul 2024

I need tailoring and alteration services for 3 wedding suits and pants for my groomsmen. Alterations required includes: - Shorten sleeve length of all suit jackets - Take in of 1x suit jacket - Slight relocation of buttons on 2x suit jackets - Shorten length on all pants - Hemming all pants after shortening - Taper of 1x pants The measurements need to be taken before next Saturday 27 July and ideally urgently. However, the final suit and stitching can be done before the end of August. I am based in Burwood East but can drive within a reasonable distance to the CBD.

Dress making for bridesmaid

$5

Toorak VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2024

I need a bridesmaid dress to be mafe urgently. If you can help please message me with your offer.

Great couturier, friendly, super experienced, reliable with excellent eyes for details. Highly recommended A++++

Simple wedding dress

$1,000

Essendon North VIC, Australia

4th Mar 2024

Simple cocktail length wedding dress. V neck, A line, sheer long sleeves.

Is there somebody who can help lace up and bustle my wedding gown?

$100

Collingwood VIC, Australia

24th Dec 2023

Hi, so I will be wearing a ball gown wedding dress for my wedding. My mother is not very confident in lacing up the dress and fixing up the bustle. My bridal party were not present at my last fitting. I am looking for a seamstress/fitter/anyone who is experienced with lacing up wedding gowns and dealing with bustles in ball gown style dresses. Price is negotiable. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 21 January 2024

Seamstress -vintage wedding dress modernisation

$50

Elwood VIC, Australia

19th Dec 2023

I have a vintage wedding dress (I think it is Satin or Silk) pictured. The material is beautiful but I would love to transform it into something a bit more modern. To keep - the buttons at the back (or some at least) - the full skirt The main part I'd like altered/ changed is the top half. I would like thicker straps which cross over at the back OR halter neck OR sleeves added. Pictures for inspiration. I need your expertise and suggestions! I live in Elwood VIC. Open to all cost-effective suggestions. As I would be only wearing it once, I don't want to spend a fortune! Looking forward to hearing from you soon. - Due date: Flexible

Alterations for a bridesmaids dress

$70

Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th Nov 2023

the top/bust area is too big and I think need to be taken in at the shoulders - Due date: Before Friday, 24 November 2023

I bought a wedding dress online, and I need some small alterations.

$300

Richmond VIC, Australia

3rd Nov 2023

I just received my made-to-order wedding dress, and need some slight alterations to make it perfect! I am looking for someone who is an expert in dealing with silk, and will be able to align with me on what I need done. - Due date: Before Monday, 11 December 2023

Alteration of Indian wedding garment

$123

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

9th Sep 2023

I’m a groomsman for a Punjabi wedding, but the clothes purchased for me are the incorrect size. I’ve managed to get the rest of the suit in my size except for the vest. I need someone creative to either move the buttons on the vest and/or do something like adding white cloth strips under each arm to expand the size. - Due date: Before Saturday, 16 September 2023

Custom bridesmaid dress

$700

Alphington VIC, Australia

28th Aug 2023

Happy to send over inspo but it is basically; 1x simple black silk 1 shoulder grown Size 6

Custom Make Wedding Dress

$10

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

8th Aug 2023

Need a dress maker to custom make and fit a dress, I will give you a strict brief - Due date: Flexible

Florist for wedding in Docklands

$900

Docklands VIC, Australia

14th Jun 2023

Looking to find the perfect someone to be able to put some lovely flowers and table pieces and bouquets together for our wedding on June 30 in Docklands. 5 x table pieces 1 x wedding bouquet - white roses and tulips or something similar if possible 3 x bridesmaid bouquets - black or dark roses if possible 1 x white rose button hole 3 x black rose button hole We would prefer gold roses as it’s a winter wonderland theme. Would really like tulips in the bouquet and/or centrepieces but understand they droop really quickly so don’t know how feasible that would be. Would ideally like low centrepieces so we don’t block people from speaking to each other across tables. Would prefer simple rather than bright but If you could send some ideas if possible that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 30 June 2023

Make Bridesmaid Dress

$100

Prahran VIC, Australia

5th Jun 2023

I am reaching out because I am in need of assistance with creating a dress for an upcoming wedding in August, where I will be a bridesmaid. I have attached a reference image showcasing the dress I would like to wear for the occasion. It is to be made of silk navy fabric. Fortunately, I have already procured the necessary materials, including the silk, zipper and a dark underlay if it is deemed necessary. I do not have the feathers but can source. I would greatly appreciate it if you could let me know whether you are available to help me with this project. Your expertise and assistance would be invaluable to me. - Due date: Before Saturday, 15 July 2023

Bridesmaid dress hemming

$100

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

16th Apr 2023

Bridesmaid dress needs hemming from floor to my ankles. Shona joy white silk dress - Due date: Flexible

Speedy, great quality, friendly expertise

Florist for wedding

$500

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th Feb 2023

We need a florist to arrange a mix of silk and real flowers for our wedding in June this year. The flowers need to be a range of roses, hydrangeas, baby's breath, cherry blossums and other elegant options. The colours need to be white and warm cream mixes. Please see photos for inspiration. We require the following : X 1 Bride bouquet (white large roses with long green stems) X 5 bridesmaid bouquets (white roses with long green stems , less full than Brides Bouquet) X 1 groom button hole (smaller rose ?) X 1 Hexagon arch floral length 100 cm and 30 -40cm wide. X 2 Large Arrangements for entrance florals to stand o plinths. Roughly 50cm wide and 60 cm tall.

Wedding dress alteration

$350

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

8th Feb 2023

Wedding dress alteration and adding off shoulder sleeves - Due date: Flexible

Looking for a wedding dress maker

$1,000

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

12th Dec 2022

I am looking for a skilled dress maker to help create my wedding dress. The wedding in November 2023. Price negotiable - Due date: Before Saturday, 3 June 2023

Wedding dress alterations

$400

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

1st Nov 2022

Ok-I'll try this again. I am new to airtasker. Wedding dress alterations: -dropped down a size -padding taken out of bust -one of the four layers to be removed underneath I have just recently lost 10kg and my dress is way too big.

Absolutely sensational job Nilay did.my wedding dress looks perfect. I willbe going to her from now on for all my sewing needs. Highly recommend!!!

Cut sleebe of wedding gown and slight sleeve alteration

$150

Melbourne VIC, Australia

29th Oct 2022

I have a wedding gown which i need someone to alter the length. The gown is too long - Due date: Before Sunday, 13 November 2022

Alter my bridesmaid dress

$80

Southbank, Victoria, Australia

17th Oct 2022

A dress needs the following alterations: - chest pads to be removed - length to be altered by 2 inches - zip to be fixed