Alterations + Design
The Perfect Fit
Alterations
With nearly 20 years experience in bridal alterations, at Miranda's Vintage Bridal, we know how important it is for your perfect dress to have the perfect fit. We offer the highest quality, in-house alterations on all of our vintage gowns, as well as to customers who have purchased their gown elsewhere.
Please call the shop to set up an alterations appointment. We do not book fitting appointments by email.
Restorations
Do you have a gown that belonged to your mother or grandmother that you absolutely love but want to make your own? At Miranda's, we have the special skills and experience required to restore your special vintage treasure to a modern wearable gown. We collaborate with you to ensure the style of the gown reflects you without losing the nostalgic quality that makes the gown so special to you.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Appointments are required for all alterations, restorations and consultation services.
Alterations begin 8-12 weeks before your wedding date. We recommend calling to reserve your wedding date well in advance.
Be sure to have all necessary undergarments and shoes for your first fitting appointment. Items such as, corsets, slips, and bra cups are available for purchase or special order through Miranda's. The exact shoes you plan to wear are required to be worn for all fittings. If shoes are changed or forgotten, extra fees will apply as additional appointments will be needed to complete alterations.
It is typical for a bride to have three full fittings before the wedding. Restorations and custom work often require additional fittings.
Brides should allow one hour for their first bridal fitting and 30 minutes for their second and final fittings.
We are limited in the amount of brides we can accept per wedding date to ensure the highest level of quality.
Pricing
Pricing is considered "a la cart.” For example, if your dress requires a hem, the side seams taken in, and cups added, each alteration will have a separate charge.
Pricing may vary based on the difficulty of a dress or specific alteration.
A comprehensive cost estimate is provided to you at the end of your first bridal fitting.
In-person consultations are available for a $50 flat fee.
No deposit is required for alterations services. Payment is due in full at the end of the alterations process.
CLEANING
If your gown requires dry cleaning, it is recommended that it gets cleaned before the alteration process starts. Due to the nature of certain fabrics, the gown shape may slightly change when cleaned. We have two cleaners that we recommend, as we generally do not clean gowns ourselves.
Kergaard Cleaners
Williamsburg Cleaners
We do not preserve wedding gowns, please refer to the cleaners above for those services as well. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or for further information.