What alterations are possible to a wedding dress?
Leaf and Lace is loading..
Book a free appointment

What alterations can be made to a wedding dress?

Hardly any wedding dress fits perfectly the first time you try it on. Alterations ensure that it fits your figure, your style and your wishes perfectly. Here you can find out which adjustments to a wedding dress are common and possible - and what you should look out for.

Usual alterations to the wedding dress

Length adjustment

  • Shortening or lengthening the skirt
  • Adjustment to the planned heel height

Width alterations

  • Tightening or widening the waist, bust or hips
  • Fine adjustments for a perfect fit

Adjusting the straps or sleeves

  • Shorten, lengthen or remove completely
  • Change sleeve width or shape

Adjusting the neckline

  • Lower, higher or change the shape
  • Addition of lace or tulle elements

Shorten or remove the train

  • Practical for less formal celebrations or for dancing
  • Possibility to create a detachable train

Individual design changes

  • Add lace appliqués or beads
  • Inserting colored fabric elements
  • Attaching button plackets or zippers
  • Combining elements from two dresses ("mix & match")

What is not possible or only possible to a limited extent

  • Extreme size alterations (more than 2-3 sizes)
  • Alterations that significantly change the statics or shape of the dress
  • Fabric replacements with very delicate or rare materials

Are possible adjustments to my wedding dress included in the price?

Important - please note:
All agreed and performed alterations to the wedding dress are not included in the purchase price!

Leaf and Lace recommendation

Allow sufficient time for alterations - depending on the complexity, several fitting appointments may be necessary. At Leaf and Lace, we carry out all alterations with experienced seamstresses in our own studio to ensure that your dress fits perfectly and meets your expectations.

Would you like to know what alterations are possible for your dream dress?
Book your consultation appointment with Leaf and Lace now.

Book an appointment now

This website uses cookies. More information

This website uses cookies. More information

Your cookie preferences have been saved.