Professional In-House Alterations for Ever Elegant Customers
Have you found your dream outfit, but it’s not fitting quite right?
At Ever Elegant, we offer professional in-house alterations exclusively for outfits purchased through our Richmond boutique. With over 30 years of experience dressing mature women for special occasions, we tailor each outfit for comfort, balance, and a flattering fit.
Our experienced in-house dressmaker understands the fitting needs for mother-of-the-bride dresses, mother-of-the-groom outfits, designer pantsuits, jackets, and special-occasion styles.
Please note: alterations are by appointment so our dressmaker can be available to fit your outfit correctly and discuss any changes needed
Why our alterations service is different
- In-house alterations by an experienced dressmaker
- Specialised in mother of the bride and groom outfits
- Expert fitting for mature women
- Available only for Ever Elegant customers
What we alter
- Mother of the bride dresses
- Mother of the groom outfits
- Designer pantsuits and formal jackets
- Tea-length dresses
- Three-piece occasion outfits
- Special occasion styles purchased at Ever Elegant
How it works
- Purchase your outfit
- Book your fitting appointment
- Bring your shoes and the underwear you plan to wear
- We pin and tailor for fit
- Return for collection or final fitting
Frequently Asked Questions About Mother of the Bride Alterations in Melbourne
Do you offer alterations for outfits not purchased from Ever Elegant?
No. Our in-house alterations service is available only for outfits purchased through Ever Elegant. This allows us to ensure the best fit, finish, and styling outcome for our customers.
Do I need to book an alterations appointment?
Yes. Alterations are by appointment so our in-house dressmaker can be available to fit your outfit properly and discuss any adjustments needed.
Do you offer in-house alterations?
Yes. We offer professional in-house alterations at our Melbourne boutique, with our experienced dressmaker on hand to tailor your outfit for the best possible fit.
What should I bring to my alterations appointment?
Please bring the underwear you plan to wear on the day, along with your shoes. Shoes are especially important for long gowns, as they help us alter the length correctly.
How long do alterations usually take?
Where possible, we like to allow around 4 weeks for alterations. However, if your wedding or special event is sooner, we can often rush alterations if needed.
Can most dresses be shortened?
Yes, most dresses can be shortened. We are happy to advise what is possible depending on the design, fabric, and finish of the garment.
Can you alter sleeves, bust, waist, or other fit details?
Yes, absolutely. We can carry out many common alterations to improve fit, comfort, and silhouette, depending on the style of the outfit.
Can you alter mother of the bride and mother of the groom outfits?
Yes. We regularly alter mother of the bride dresses, mother of the groom outfits, formal jackets, pantsuits, and special occasion wear purchased through our boutique.
I’m from out of town. Can you still do my alterations if I’m going home after purchasing?
Yes. If you purchase your outfit from us and need alterations, we can complete the alterations for you and post the finished outfit to you. This is a helpful option for interstate, regional, and out-of-town customers.
