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Recent Dress Alterations reviews

Great work

Dress alterations

£150

Elza provided me with an amazing service. My dress was made from scratch and it was a very fast service. It looks amazing! Can’t wait to get more dresses done by her!

Need to make a dress

£250

Such an amzing job done from Emma in very short time. She had an amazing work attitude and good personality. Amazing skills.

Elastic Dress need to be replaced

£50

The alteration was done perfectly and in a very short time. I now regret not having the dress done from scratch from her. I strongly recommend her!

Make a dress alterations

£50

Sorry I didn't release the payment earlier but I was a little confused on how to but the work done was first class thankyou

Need a corset back on a prom dress

£30

Thankyou for shortening the dress in time for me. The needle work was exquisite and everything was done professionally. I would recommend you to anyone who wants a unique dress for a special occasion. I can enjoy the wedding without worrying if l look ok.

I need the front of a dress taken up to knee length. .

£80

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£45

median

£55

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£100

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Why book a dress alteration service through Airtasker?

So the cocktail dress you purchased looks longer than expected, or you realised that your dream wedding gown suddenly doesn't fit right. Don't give up just yet! Book for dress alterations near you through Airtasker and have your dress adjusted or modified precisely the way you want it!

Whether you have a very delicate sequin dress or a luxurious chiffon gown that needs a little shortening or reshaping, you can find plenty of alteration experts who can work on almost any type of dress and fabric. Trust their exceptional skills in precise altering to ensure that your dress fits you perfectly just in time for your special event. In case you need local dress alterations ASAP, nearby Taskers can also drop by as soon as you need them.

Simply put up a task on our platform, specify your ideal rate, and when by when you need your dress altered. Save yourself from all the frustrations and let skilled tailors transform your ill-fitting dress to something that will make you look and feel fabulous all day or night!

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Top Dress Alterations related questions

Not necessarily, since most dress alteration experts can bring their sewing kit for the job. If you have tools on-hand or prefer to have them use your materials instead, you can provide them with a sewing machine, measuring tape, hand stitching needles, and scissors. For supplies like threads, beads, buttons, or any additional fabric and restyling needs, you can ask your Tasker to drop by the nearest store and get them for you.

Having your dress altered is a cost-effective way to reshape or restyle them. But if you are willing to spend on a new evening gown or cocktail dress, a purchase will always be the quickest solution. As for bespoke dresses that take months to materialise–like a wedding dress–one way to sculpt them flawlessly to your shape is through alteration.

Yes! After having your luxurious evening gown or dress altered, you can also get someone to send them to the nearest laundry shop for dry cleaning. Evening dresses are undeniably precious and valuable, so you want to make sure that your garments are safe and professionally laundered. Once done, your laundry expert can deliver your clothing the same day or the next, whichever you prefer.

The exact turnaround time depends on the style and material of your dress, the scope and complexity of the alteration needed, and additional elements. Most tailors can adjust and alter formal dresses within a few days. For better results, it may be best to book an alteration service at least a few weeks before your event, or maybe a month or two in advance for good measure.

Yes! Not limited to altering fancy dresses, Taskers can also help adjust coats and suits according to your preferences. If you ever find the sleeves too long or the back too hollow and tight, just book an alteration expert near you and let your tailor do their magic! Just let them know what requires altering, and they'll even give you valuable tips on how you can fully maximise your suits with the help of proper alterations.

On our platform, you'll find a wide range of alteration services that can help transform your formal suits and even casual clothes from top to bottom. Alteration specialists can shorten or lengthen school or company uniforms, repair or replace zippers or buttons of your everyday jeans, and create a new lining for your shorts. Let us know what you need, and we'll connect you with someone who can lend a hand!

What do dress alteration services include?

A dress tailor can take on almost any altering request to make sure that your dress fits according to your exact measurements and unique body type. From simple trimming to extensive adjustments, they can take care of the entire process so you won't have to deal with an ill-fitting dress–especially if you're attending or organising an event. Here are some standard alteration services that you can get:

Prom dress alterations

Wearing a perfectly fitted dress that showcases your figure and best assets is a surefire way to look and feel confident for prom night! But if your prom dress, unfortunately, doesn't fit right, a dress alteration service can be the ultimate lifesaver. Your dress tailor might ask you to put on your dress–with and without your heels on–to know the exact alterations and adjustments needed. Upon request, they can also add beads and other embellishments if you want to do a little restyling or enhancing.

Wedding dress alterations

Planning the perfect wedding takes months–some even years–to guarantee that everything will run smoothly. And on your special day, the last thing you need to worry about is a wedding dress that's either too snug or too loose. At least six weeks before the occasion, consider booking an alteration service to make sure that your wedding dress has the perfect fit from the moment you walk down the aisle until your very last dance. 

Your tailor can shorten the hem or cut the straps a little if they appear too long. They can also take our out on the bust, and hips to get you that elegant, sculpted silhouette and make sure that you look amazing in your wedding photos!

Formal dress alteration

Some ball gowns and evening dresses for formal events come with a hefty price tag, so it's natural for you to want to get your money's worth. In case your gown is hugging you a bit tighter than usual, or your cocktail dress feels loose in some parts of your body, a dress alteration service can come in handy. They can also re-strap, re-bead, or even shorten them a little, giving it a completely new design without the expense of a new dress.

Once you have your clothes sorted, you can now fully prepare for your event! We can help you find a hairstylist to do your hair or even a professional artist to take care of your make-up! For the finishing touch, put on your favourite jewellery and high heels, and you are all set!

Recent Dress Alterations tasks

A dress tailored, it’s slightly too big around the bust.

£40

Frieze Hill, Somerset

5th May 2024

A dress tailored for a wedding

Need alterations on a skirt

£100

Stoke Newington, Greater London, N16

5th May 2024

I need a satin skirt letting out at the waist. I’ve lost weight, but not enough. The skirt also needs shortening. It will require a complete redesign. It is a full skirt which makes me look bigger. I would like it to be altered to an A-line skirt ( possibly slim line) and not too tight on the tum as it hasn't gone down as much as I’d like. The skirt is for a wedding on the 24th May.

Take my bridesmaid dress up at the bottom 6 inches

£40

West Watford, Hertfordshire

5th May 2024

Dress is just a little bit too long at the bottom and needs taking up about 6 inches. I am happy to travel to drop dress off/collect any time before 10.5.24 (wedding is on 11th May).

Shorten a dress

£25

Dulwich, Greater London

5th May 2024

An evening dress is too long and needs shortening. It is made of black lace outer layer and has an underskirt.

My dress tailored by 7 inches

£20

Sands, Buckinghamshire

3rd May 2024

We just need this tailored up by 7 inches

Dress alteration

£20

The Borough, Greater London

3rd May 2024

Need the waist taken in at least 1-2 sizes

Urgent Dress alteration

£30

Finchley, Greater London

2nd May 2024

White Dress needs to be altered as its just a bit small to past my Behind and tight on the thighs. There is room to open it. I can come to you for cheaper cost

Alterations for a prom dress

£100

Fancott, Bedfordshire

2nd May 2024

Prom dress straps nd length need shortening

Make a dress

£120

Bloomsbury, Greater London

1st May 2024

I need to make a dress ASAP as it is sold out everywhere.

Alter the top of a dress

£50

Waddon, Greater London

1st May 2024

Dress needs to be brought in at the top

Dress alteration

£10

Petts Wood, Greater London

1st May 2024

Dress has a frilly skirt. I would like it taken in a little round the bum.

Fixing a dress

£30

Canning Town, Greater London, E16

30th Apr 2024

There’s a large hole in my knit dress

Dress alternation

£50

Ashmore Green, Berkshire

30th Apr 2024

Bridesmaid dress needs taking up for a wedding please.

Ultration for my dress

£10

South Hatfield, Hertfordshire

30th Apr 2024

Punjabi dress ultration for side fit

Dress alteration

£30

Central Parade, Greater London

29th Apr 2024

fitting dress underarm and shortening at the bottom

Make a dress

£2,000

Northwood, Greater London, HA6

29th Apr 2024

I would like a dress make for me that shows off my small waist and curves on my hips, but leaves a bit of room on the legs to move. This is supposed to be a sexy showstopper dress that’s made with a sparkly netted material.

Dress altercation

£60

Shrewsbury, Shropshire

28th Apr 2024

I need the slit to be less high, the dress to be shorter and the waist and hips tightened

Dress alterations

£20

Bell Bar, Hertfordshire

28th Apr 2024

I have a summer dress that is like to wear for a wedding but the top part of the sleeves fall off my shoulders as my neck/shoulder area is quite small. I need this area to be tighter so I can wear it and the sleeves don’t fall down.

Shorten 2 dresses

£25

Shoreditch, Greater London, EC2A

27th Apr 2024

Shorten 2 long dresses

Dress alteration

£30

Mile End, Greater London, E3

4th Apr 2024

I need a dress taken out a little because it doesn’t fit me at the waist

Very communicative and helpful. Thanks!