Georgina Louise Bridal - Bridal Alteration Specialist
Bridal alteration pricing 2026-2027
Hem adjustments
Plain hem satin/chiffon/tulle from £200
Ballgown hem with multiple layers and/or horsehair £250
Lace hem from £260
Beaded lace from £320
Train removal plain dress £120/Ballgown or multiple layers £200
Adding a bustle into the train of the dress £40
Adding a bustle into the train of a ballgown dress/multiple fastenings £50
Bodice adjustments
Let in/out bust area on seam from £120
Let in/out bust area on seam with lace and hand-stitch back on from £150
Let in/out bust area on seam with beaded lace from £220
Add in bust darts to reduce excess fabric from £120
Let in/out side seams plain from £120
Let in/out side seams with lace from £150
Let in out/ side seams with beaded lace from £180
Re-line front bodice from £170
Take in a waist stay £40
Add in a waist stay £70
Add a bustle £40 (large ballgown trains £50)
Add bra cups £40 padded or unpadded
Add in gel bust cups with matching ivory satin lining £50
Significant hand-sewing of lace/beadwork/embellishments after a dress is altered is an additional £100-£200
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Adjustments of straps and shoulders
Lift shoulders plain £70
Lift shoulder with lace/embellishments £120
Lift shoulders with sleeves £90
Lift shoulders with lace/beadwork from £120
Take in sleeves from £70
Shorten or remove sleeves from £90
Sew in existing straps/short sleeves £50
Lift straps plain from £50
Lift straps with lace from £80
Lift straps beaded lace from £120
Booking Fee & Pricing
A £40 booking fee is required to secure your appointment and covers your first four fittings. A professional dress steaming service is also available and can be arranged at the time of booking.
A minimum spend of £250 applies to all bridal alteration bookings. This is generally incorporated into your overall alteration quote rather than charged as an additional fee.
Please note: For 2028 onwards bookings a £100.00 deposit is required.
Standard Bridal Alterations
£290–£380
Standard alterations for simpler dress silhouettes typically include services such as hem shortening, strap adjustments, minor bodice fitting alterations and, where required, the addition of a bustle to allow for easier movement during your evening reception.
Complex Alterations & Customisation
£450–£800
More complex alterations and customisation work may include working with delicate lace or beaded fabrics, sleeve or neckline alterations, significant sizing adjustments, structural changes to the bodice, intricate embellishment work and modifications to button or zip fastenings.
Bespoke Design & Redesign
From £900
Bespoke work includes the redesign of an existing wedding dress or the creation of significant elements from scratch, such as bespoke bodices, tops and skirts. These projects require a high level of craftsmanship and are priced according to the design, construction and detail involved.
All prices are indicative and will depend on the individual dress, fabric, construction and level of work required. A personalised quote will be provided following your consultation and assessment of your gown.
Customisation of dresses
Changing design of neckline from £250
Add boning into bodice £80
Add in additional panels to change size £50 + additional fabric costs
Add corset back £170 including all fabric costs
Bespoke beading from £50 p/h
Create a slit on the front of the dress (on seams only) £150
Sew on existing belt £30
Bespoke add-ons and bridalwear
My services are focused on the alteration and refinement of existing garments, including bridal tops, skirts, trousers, two-piece bridal outfits and occasionwear dresses.
If you have a bridal separate or evening dress that needs expert attention, I would love to help you achieve the perfect fit.
Bespoke over skirt from £250
Bespoke scarf from £160
Bespoke capes from £220
Bespoke lace chokers from £60
Bespoke off-the-shoulder short sleeves from £120
Bespoke lace long sleeves from £175
Single tier plain veil £120
Blusher veil plain £180
Lace edged single tier veil from £425
Embellished veils from £375
Tulle bridal scarf £125
Lace bridal scarf from £180 (dependent on lace fabric)
Chiffon bridal scarf £180
Lace chokers £60-£120
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Professional dress steaming service/additional services
Professional dress steaming
Plain slim silhouette with 2 layers £30
A-line silhouette £45
Ballgown silhouette with multiple underlayers and voluminous skirt £60
Veils £20
Dress steaming bridal dress £15
Storage of dress 4 months + £30 p/m
Bridesmaid/occasion wear adjustments
A minimum fee of £40 is added to all bridesmaid/occasion dresses. This is usually absorbed in the costing.
Shorten evening dress £40
Shorten layered ball gown from £100
Shorten straps from £40
Take in/let out the side seams from £55
Take in or let out at bust seams from £65
Lift shoulders from £40
Lift shoulders with sleeves £85
Add cups into dress £40