Why Bridal Alterations Are Different from Everyday Alterations

A short studio note on why bridal alterations are different from everyday alterations, and why wedding dresses need careful fitting, structure and proportion to feel right on the body.
Zip to Corset back: A small change that changed dress

A wedding dress does not always need a full redesign. Sometimes one considered change can transform the whole feeling of the gown. For this dress, I restyled the original zip back into a corset-style lace-up back, giving it more flexibility and a polished, couture-inspired bridal finish.
Pre-loved Wedding Dresses: A Beautiful Second Beginning

A personal note on pre-loved wedding dress alterations, and how careful fitting, support, shortening, bustling and steaming can help a second-hand bridal gown feel right for a new bride.