What alterations can be made to improve my party wear?

As the festive season approaches, many of us look forward to holiday gatherings, office parties, and glamorous New Year’s Eve celebrations. But before diving into the festivities, it’s worth taking a look at your party wardrobe to ensure your clothes are ready to dazzle. Instead of buying entirely new outfits, consider giving your existing pieces a fresh spin with the help of alterations. From perfecting the fit to adding trendy details, here’s how alterations can transform your wardrobe for the party season.

Seven summer bridesmaid colours

With bright, sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere, summer offers a unique palette of colours that can enhance the overall aesthetic of your wedding. Here are some of the best bridesmaid dress colours that perfectly complement the warmth and joy of a summer wedding.

As a leading wedding dress alterations boutique, we get a lot of questions about what can be done with a wedding dress to ensure it is perfect for the bride wearing it. Consider this FAQ post a convenient cheat sheet if you’re a bride-to-be looking to find out more about the alterations process for your dress!

Can a wedding dress be made bigger or smaller?

6 reasons it’s important to get your prom dress altered

Prom night is one of the most anticipated events in a teenager’s life, filled with excitement, glamour, and unforgettable memories. One key element to making this night perfect is finding the right prom dress. However, even the most beautiful dress off the rack may not fit perfectly. This is where alterations come in. Here’s why getting your prom dress altered is crucial for ensuring you look and feel your best on this special night.

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How to properly clear out your wardrobe for the new year

As the new year dawns, many of us are inspired to make positive changes in our lives. One impactful way to start the year on a refreshing note is by decluttering your wardrobe. Clearing out the excess and organising your clothing space not only streamlines your daily routine but also promotes a sense of renewal and mindfulness. Here's a guide on how to properly declutter your wardrobe and set the stage for a more intentional and simplified approach to fashion in the coming year.

Dresses you can wear this festive season

The festive season is upon us, bringing joy, celebration, and countless reasons to dress up. Whether you're attending a holiday party, a family gathering, or a New Year's Eve soiree, finding the perfect dress is a must. In this blog post, we'll explore the most enchanting and stylish dress options to make you the belle of the festive ball. It might seem early, but the earlier you prepare the more time you have for those essential dress alterations.

Six ways you can wear a midi skirt

Midi length skirts are a wardrobe staple that never go out of style, and the best part is they’re perfect to wear all year round. They’re versatile, comfortable, and can be styled in countless ways. Here are some different ways you can style a midi length skirt.

Four popular coats for autumn 2022

Now we are officially in autumn, it's time to take a look at your wardrobe and figure out if you’re ready for it. One thing we always need when it gets cooler outside is coats to keep us warm. While we want to stay warm, we also want to make sure we’re staying fashionable, which is why we’re looking at some of the trends we’ve seen so far for autumn 2022. Keep reading to find out some of the most popular coat trends we expect to see this season.

Six cooling materials to wear

When it’s hot outside the clothes you wear can make a big difference to your comfort levels. Instead of just throwing anything on and hoping for the best, consider what materials your clothes are made from and if that’s actually a good choice for the hot weather.

Breathable fabrics made from natural fibres will adjust to your body temperature and help to keep you cool in the heat. You want to stay away from fabrics that will just absorb your sweat and instead opt for light, moisture-wicking fibres to keep you cool and dry. 

4 ways to freshen up your holiday wardrobe 

When it comes to our summer holidays a lot of us get into a bad habit of feeling like we need to go out and buy lots of new clothes to take with us. Not only is this bad for the environment, but it’s also really bad for our bank accounts! Especially when planning a holiday, the money would be much better spent on doing fun activities or upgrading to a nicer room.

We’ve put together this blog to help you refresh your holiday wardrobe without going out and spending a lot of money. Keep reading for four ways to get your wardrobe holiday ready without splashing lots of cash! 

Three popular 2022 prom dresses

Prom season is upon us, and as always we want to take a look at what styles are the most popular this year. We’ve rounded up some of the dress styles we expect to see this year as people celebrate the end of their school career. Every year we see different styles coming out, so what should we expect from our 2022 prom attendees? Keep reading for some of the most popular prom styles we’re expecting to see this summer.

Professional suit alterations

Having your suit tailored can make a large difference to how it looks on you. Everybody is unique, so when you buy a suit from a store without having it tailored a lot of the time there are aspects of the suit that don't quite fit you just right. This is where suit alterations come in! Your seamstress will be able to work with you to make your suit fit you perfectly. 

Make your Prom Dress Unique 

Choosing what to wear on your prom night can be a difficult choice. There are so many different styles and options out there that it can be quite overwhelming to decide what it is that you want! There is also always the fear that you’ll turn up wearing the exact same gown as somebody else. So, how do you make a prom dress so unique that you don’t need to overthink everything? Keep reading for some tips on how the addition of alterations can help to create your very own unique prom dress.

Which Jeans Are Best For Your Body Type

Jeans are one of those staple items that every woman needs in their wardrobe. They can be dressed up or dressed down, perfect for any time of day, and also are great for wearing all year round. A lot of people struggle and say that jeans don’t flatter them, but the truth is there is a pair of jeans out there for everyone! You just need to find the right shape and style that suits you, rather than just going with the latest fashion trend. 

Finding the perfect pair of jeans to flatter your body type can be a stressful time, which is why we’ve put this guide together to help you. Keep reading for our recommendations of what jeans you should go for that will suit your body type.

If there is one thing people are great at buying too many of, it’s coats and jackets. Every year when the new season comes it’s so easy to pop into a shop and see all the new styles out and convince yourself you need to buy a new one, when realistically they’re all pretty much the same. A great way to simplify your wardrobe is to stick to the staples, and only have what you need. We’ve put together this blog to help you choose your four most essential coats to have in your wardrobe, and stop you overbuying! Keep reading for the coats everyone needs in their wardrobe.

As we reach the end of 2020 it’s a good time to reflect back on the year and get ready to start fresh. One thing a lot of people look to do is go through their wardrobe and think about what clothing we have worn this year and what we should really be getting rid of, as well as trying on some of our staple pieces and seeing what still fits. This year, instead of simply throwing out old clothing, it could be a good idea to instead think about what can be repurposed. With all of us being at home for a large majority of 2020, there are a lot of pieces that haven’t been worn as much as they could have. These items may still have a lot of life in them, so save yourself some money and help the environment by looking at how they can be reused.

Prom dress season is upon us, and the age old question still stands: what can I do to make my prom dress unique? Everyone wants to stand out in their prom dress, and the best way to do that is have a prom dress that you know nobody else is going to have! Getting a dress custom made isn’t an option for everybody, but luckily prom dress alterations are available where you can make changes to a dress you’ve bought. 

Now that autumn is here, we are seeing a shift in fashion trends. As the weather gets colder we have to change up the clothes we’re wearing. Just because it is getting colder doesn’t mean all fashion needs to go out the window! There are plenty of fashionable autumn trends that you can get involved in. You may even have some clothes from last year that you’d like to wear, which is where clothing alterations come in. Keep reading for the autumn 2019 fashion trends you need to know about. 

A wedding dress is probably the most important gown most women will ever wear, so it’s no surprise that many brides-to-be choose to have their dresses altered to ensure they fit perfectly come the big day. A few nips here and tucks there can make a huge difference to how a dress looks and feels, transforming a beautiful gown into a spectacular one.

Though bridal dress alterations are a big part of what we do, our expert team also works its magic on a number of other garments. From bringing classic outfits back to life and altering skirts and dresses to suit modern styles, to adjusting coats, jackets and shirts to fit changing bodies, we can use our expert skills to transform your wardrobe and your look.

Something old, something new… with our vintage wedding dress alterations service, you can rock vintage bridalwear with confidence and style. As high-end bridal seamstresses with decades of experience, you can trust our team to treat your dress with the utmost care and consideration. We regularly transform dresses both old and new to ensure the perfect fit for your big day.

Vintage Wedding Dress Alterations

Clients come to Alterations Boutique with vintage wedding dresses for a variety of reasons. Perhaps your dress is a cherished family heirloom or a vintage purchase that you simply fell in love with when you saw it. Some of our clients have an entire vintage-themed wedding planned and need their dress to be perfect for the occasion. No matter what you’re looking to achieve, we can help you with our specialist wedding dress alteration services.