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Finding Your Perfect Fit: Wedding Dress Alterations in Norfolk with Pink Couture

A bride wearing a Pink Couture tailored wedding dress as part of her Norfolk wedding
Your wedding day is one of the most momentous occasions in your life, and every detail matters. Of course, your wedding dress holds a special place in that picture, and ensuring it fits flawlessly is crucial. Thankfully, for brides in Norfolk, UK, Pink Couture offers expert alterations that turn your dream dress into a perfectly tailored reality. Pink Couture undertakes most alteration requests.
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Our price range for wedding dress alterations is £150 - £500.


​Wedding Dress Tailoring is More Than Just Taking in Seams

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Pink Couture goes beyond the typical nip and tuck. Gemma, the talented dressmaker behind the brand, specialises in bridal alterations, understanding the intricate details and delicate fabrics that make wedding dresses unique. Whether your dress is a classic A-line, a romantic lace number, or a show-stopping ballgown, her skilled hands can:
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Adjust the length
Ensure the hem grazes the floor just right, creating a graceful flow and avoiding tripping hazards.

Refine the bodice
Fine-tune the fit around the bust, waist, and hips for a silhouette that flatters your figure and makes you feel confident.

Accommodate specific needs
Discreetly alter the dress for comfort and support, whether you require bustling, straps, or alterations for pregnancy.

Work with all types of dresses
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From new, off-the-rack gowns to cherished vintage finds, Gemma has the expertise to handle different materials and styles.


Our Wedding Dress Alterations Process

wedding dress alterations were carried out on this beautiful white wedding dress by Gemma at Pink Couture

Book Your Dress Alterations Early to Avoid Disappointment

​I always recommend booking as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Ideally, alteration work should be booked eight to ten weeks before the wedding date, with a collection of dresses two to three weeks before the wedding.

The alteration process can be completed in two fittings. However, if complex alterations are required, it is recommended to add an interim fitting.

Wedding Dress Size Reduction

​Dresses can be taken down by two sizes. If the garment is altered to be more than two sizes lower, then an interim fitting might be required. Occasionally, the dress must be recut and remade for a perfectly tailored fit.
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If The Dress is Too Small, Don't Worry

​If the dress is too small, don't panic. There are ways to make the dress bigger. For example, we can add a corset back with a modesty panel and matching lacing. Or panels can be discreetly added using the dress fabric with some planning and seamstress wizardry.

Any physical changes need to be notified as soon as possible, for example, weight gain, weight loss, pregnancy, medical procedures or medication. Note measurements are taken at the first fitting stage for reference.

Bustle loops and wrist carriers are added.

Wedding Dress Boxes

​We also supply wedding boxing services and travel boxes. Perfect for preserving your dress for a lifetime. Each box is made from specially milled board that is PH-neutral and will prevent your wedding dress from yellowing over time.

All wedding dresses, as well as your veil, are thoroughly steamed and pressed before collection.
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Trust This Process

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​​After so many years honing this process, it can be relied upon to deliver your dream dress for your special day. Read the reviews below, and you will quickly understand that Pink Couture can be relied upon to provide excellence. We take the stress out of this process and make it exciting and enjoyable.

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First Fitting: 1 Hour Appointment

Bespoke wedding veil designed by Pink Couture
​Having shoes and the exact undergarments, you will wear on your wedding day at the first and every fitting is a must. This is important as they can affect the fit of your dress.  

If you forget your shoes, there will be an additional charge of £30.00 for another fitting because this requirement is necessary. 
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Communication is Key

​ I always recommend that a bride-to-be needs to communicate and address the preference of fit. This will ensure the dress is comfortable and looks flawless. Any concerns need to be addressed.
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Dress Fitting Pinning Session

​Your wedding dress fittings ensure that your gown is tailored precisely to your shape (sculpted) and height. The first fitting is the essential fitting called the "pinning session". This is key as it will indicate all the sewing work required to make your dress perfect and flawless.

Many brides-to-be are nervous and anxious about their first fitting, but it's an exhilarating moment when the bride falls in love with her gown all over again.

A well-fitted gown should support and shape the bust, accentuate and compliment the body's shape and be hemmed to perfection.
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Interim Fitting

​On some occasions, if this dress has to be recut and remade or complex alterations are required, an interim fitting is booked.
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Final Fitting and Collection

​We recommend you wear as little make-up as possible as it can be easily transferred onto the dress.

You are welcome to bring hair accessories and jewellery to your final fitting to see your vision before the big day.
This is how I teach you and your wedding entourage to put on the dress correctly and bustle up the train. This will ensure no wardrobe malfunctions, dress sitting in the wrong place (causing discomfort), and troubleshooting concerns. You will need help dressing and undressing on the day, so this process helps keep you calm.
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Beyond Wedding Dress Alterations

A bride is cutting her wedding cake while wearing an altered wedding dress by Gemma Slater at Pink Couture
Pink Couture offers more than just alterations. You can also:
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Consult with Gemma 
Discuss your vision and get expert advice on how to achieve the perfect fit and style for your dream dress.

Enjoy a personalised experience
Appointments are by-appointment only, ensuring you receive Gemma's full attention and dedicated service.

Feel confident and comfortable
Gemma's warm and friendly demeanour sets you at ease throughout the alteration process.​
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Useful information
  • A deposit of £30 is required to secure an appointment; this will be deducted from the final cost.
  • If the dress is required in under five to six weeks before the wedding, a surcharge will be applied, a rush fee of £75.00 
  • We supply high-quality bust cups, charged at £15 a pair.
  • We can accommodate up to 3 guests per dress fitting, so feel free to bring someone along.

What Norfolk Brides Are Saying About Pink Couture

Pink Couture's dedication to quality and personalised service shines through in its glowing reviews:
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  • Gemma was one of the best decisions I made during our wedding planning. She transformed my dress into something even more beautiful and perfect for me." - Keshena Rose Swan
 
  • "I cannot recommend Gemma enough. She is incredibly talented, professional, and made me feel completely at ease." - Courtney Budd
 
  • "Gemma's passion and attention to detail are evident in her work. My dress fit perfectly and felt amazing on my wedding day." - Julie Shingfield
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Finding Your Perfect Fit with Norfolk's Number 1 Bridal Seamstress

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Ready to transform your wedding dress into a dream come true? Contact Pink Couture today to schedule a consultation and experience the difference that expert alterations can make. With Gemma's skilled hands and personalized approach, you'll walk down the aisle feeling confident and radiant, knowing your dress fits you perfectly.

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Pink Couture               Phone: 07775603682
59 Queens Road           Email: [email protected]
Attleborough
Norfolk
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