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What do dress alteration services include?

From simple trimmings to extensive adjustments, a dress tailor can take on almost any alteration request to ensure that your dress fits perfectly according to your exact measurements and unique body type. No need to worry about an ill-fitting dress, especially when you're preparing for an unforgettable event—whether it's a school dance, a wedding, or even just a second date! Here are some common alteration services you can find on Airtasker:


Dress reshaping

If you're looking to tweak the silhouette, alter the neckline, or adjust the waistline, dress reshaping is the perfect solution. This service can completely revamp the appearance and fit of your garment to better match your style and body shape and make it feel unique. A talented dress tailor can expertly manipulate the fabric's drape and structure to accentuate its flattering features to craft a dress that flawlessly complements your figure.


Dress shortening

Does that floor-length gown leave you feeling uncomfortable or longing for a more versatile look? Consider availing of dress shortening near you. Have your dress expertly tailored to get the length you prefer without compromising the original design and proportions.


Dress repair

Restore your favourite dress to its former glory and maximise its use by having it repaired. From fixing ripped seams to replacing missing beads or buttons, dress tailors can address any damages or wear-and-tear concerns that will get your dress ready for your next big event. Repairs also help prolong the lifespan of your garment so you can enjoy its beauty for more years to come.


Formal dress alterations

Some ball gowns and evening dresses for formal events can be quite an investment to purchase, so it's natural to want to maximise their use. Whether your gown feels a bit too snug or loose in certain areas, you can salvage it by having it altered. Tailors can adjust the straps, re-do the beadwork, or even shorten a dress hem to freshen up the look of your dress without the expense of getting a new one.

Recent Dress Alterations tasks in South London

Dress alterations

£100

Beckenham, Greater London, BR3

25th May 2024

I have three smock like dresses that are far too big for me. I am hoping to be able to get them taken in to fit. All the dresses are the same just different prints

16 dress altered to a size 20 ( can buy 2 of same dress if needed)

£100

Anerley, Greater London

24th May 2024

I need a size 16 dress to be made bigger ( size 20) I’m happy to buy 2 of the same dresses so materials etc can be used if can be done

One dress taken up and one taken in

£100

Mitcham, Greater London

14th May 2024

I need a hemline taken up on one dress and taken in on another

Alter the top of a dress

£50

Waddon, Greater London

1st May 2024

Dress needs to be brought in at the top

Tailor my dress

£30

Banstead, Surrey

17th Apr 2024

put a slit in my prom dress

Alter a dress

£40

Sanderstead, Greater London

28th Mar 2024

i need the dress tighter at the waist and it is backless but the bottom half is too low and needs to be brought up

Prom dress

£200

Warlingham, Surrey

27th Mar 2024

We would like a long black prom dress. Boned bodice, spaghetti straps and satin akir

Dress repair

£150

Caterham, Surrey, CR3

24th Feb 2024

I have an evening dress to wear on special birthday and the arms of the dress are winged and too large.

Dress taken in

£20

Warlingham, Surrey

29th Jan 2024

I have a bridesmaids dress I ordered in wrong size I need it taken in as too big - Due date: Flexible

Alterations to some trousers and a dress

£70

South Croydon, Greater London

9th Jan 2024

I have some trousers and a dress that I need tailored/altered. I would like someone to come over to my house today to do this, but I don't need the alterations complete until Mon/Tuesday next week - would just need someone to come over today to do the measurements - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 9 January 2024

I need my design of a dress made

£100

Bromley Common, Greater London

2nd Jan 2024

I need someone to bring my design to life using a womens standard uk pattern for the particular dress I need made - Due date: Before Saturday, 13 January 2024

I need to alter three dresses to shorten them in length.

£30

Upper Shirley, Greater London

24th Dec 2023

I have three maxi dresses I'd like to make shorter. The dresses are simple in design so they can probably be cut from the bottom and resewn. - Due date: Flexible

Take up a dress about 4” and loosen the arm holes about 1”

£25

Netherne On The Hill, Surrey

12th Dec 2023

Bought a dress online overall for is fine it’s just too long and the armholes quite tight. - Due date: Before Friday, 15 December 2023

Shorten dress

£7

Upper Elmers End, Greater London

3rd Oct 2023

Dress too long and needs shortening a few inches - Due date: Flexible

Dress made

£150

Croydon, Greater London, CR0

20th Sep 2023

Make a dress african wear material for an engagement wedding - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 22 September 2023

Dress remake

£200

Earlsfield, Greater London

15th Aug 2023

Hello, I am looking to have a dress remade as unfortunately the dog found and chewed it! Some details on the dress to help inform a quote: • Simple t-shirt dress shape evening dress • In double weight silk crepe • Pockets • Small slit in the back • Not lined but interface at neck • French seams Photos available on request. Would you be able to provide an estimate for the cost of making up this dress? If possible, I would be interested to have two made up, and happy to source and provide the material. The fit is correct so no alterations to the pattern needed. There is no urgent timeline for this, but ideally in the next couple of months. - Due date: Flexible

I need a dress made by 1st August and I am 6 months pregnant

£110

Morden, Greater London, SM4

26th Jul 2023

I have a picture of what I’d like and material has to be soft and lightweight - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 1 August 2023

Size 12 dress down sized to size 6

£150

Lower Kingswood, Surrey

24th Jul 2023

Need my bustier cami dress size 12 alter to a size 6 but the 12th of August. All sizes ran out but it’s the only dress I want, so I’ve ordered t and it’s arriving on the 3rd of August and need it done for the 12th no later! - Due date: Before Monday, 24 July 2023

Bridesmaid dress alterations

£50

Croydon, Greater London

9th Jul 2023

I have a bridesmaid dress that needs taking in a bit around the bust and potentially a bit on the length - Due date: Before Friday, 28 July 2023

Bridesmaid dress alterations

£123

Anerley, Greater London

28th Jun 2023

Bridesmaid dress needs taken up and minor adjustment to straps - Due date: Before Saturday, 22 July 2023