Do well-fitted clothes make a difference?

Undoubtably yes; it is a choice to look good. Professional alterations can make a massive difference to your look; modifications such as taking in a waistline or restyling a neckline make a visible and tangible difference. 

D&A perpetuates the tradition of seamstresses holding extensive knowledge in simple alterations and altering elaborate dresses with bodices, boning, and corsets, having fitted dresses to perfection for decades. The team alters day, cocktail, and evening dresses.

D&A offers a high-quality alteration service, maintaining the finish, style, and proportions to preserve the integrity of the original, important for designer and high-quality garments. In addition, quality control ensures high-standard alterations and tailoring, epitomised by our team’s delicate attention to detail.

We service high fashion brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes, reiterating the experience and expertise D&A dressmakers have in couture and high-end fashion garments.

Appointments: We work by appointment, where you will be looked after by one of our fitting consultants. We will discuss the alterations required to best fit your garment. At the end of the fitting, we provide a cost estimate so you can decide whether to proceed with the alterations. We can suggest various solutions to alter your garment, some of which may help save on costs.

Please remember to bring your shoes to your appointment to ensure we get the best possible fit.

Charges: To provide a realistic price estimate, we need to see your garment, understand its construction, and know how it fits you. Alteration costs may vary, particularly for complex, constructed dresses and heavily detailed designer wear. We charge £80 per hour for alterations and fitting appointments.

If this is your first time using us, you will receive 30 minutes of free fitting time to introduce you to our outstanding tailoring quality.

Why Choose Design & Alter?

With over 30 years of experience, we specialise in high-quality alterations and bespoke tailoring for men and women. Trusted by private clients, stylists, and luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Gucci, we ensure a perfect fit every time.

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