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A wedding dress can hold memories long after the wedding day. Alter My Dress transforms meaningful fabric, lace and embellishments into custom keepsakes and new garments designed to be used, worn and shared with future generations. Our wedding dress repurposing service in Philadelphia and Montgomery County, PA, begins with your gown and the story you want it to continue telling.
Depending on its materials and condition, the dress may become a christening gown, bridal accessory, commemorative keepsake or entirely new garment. Each piece is planned individually by the design team at Priscilla Couture to preserve the details that matter most to you.
The possibilities depend on the gown’s fabric, construction, condition and the amount of usable material available. Repurposing projects may include one larger piece or several coordinated items for family members.
Wedding dress fabric, lace and trim may be transformed into a custom christening or baptism gown that carries the family story into a new generation.
A wedding gown may be redesigned into a shorter dress, anniversary outfit, special-occasion garment or another custom piece created for the original bride or a family member.
Original materials may be used to create a veil, wrap, sash, detachable detail or other accessory for a daughter, relative or future bride.
Meaningful sections of the dress may become handkerchiefs or small fabric keepsakes for children, grandchildren and other family members.
Fabric, lace, buttons and embellishments may be incorporated into ring pillows or other personal details for a future wedding ceremony.
Selected materials may be arranged into a commemorative or display piece that preserves recognizable details from the original wedding dress.
Every project is custom. Alter My Dress will examine the gown and help determine which ideas are appropriate for its materials and the amount of fabric available.
We begin by examining the wedding dress, including its fabric, lining, lace, embellishments and construction. This helps determine how much material can be reused and which details can be preserved.
We discuss who the finished pieces are for, how they will be used and which elements of the original gown are most meaningful to you. You may choose one custom creation or several coordinated keepsakes.
The design team develops a plan based on the gown, selected pieces and available materials. The scope, estimated cost and project timeline are reviewed before work begins.
The gown is carefully taken apart only where required. Usable fabric, lace, buttons, beading and other details are selected and incorporated into the approved keepsakes or garments.
Wearable garments may require one or more fittings. Completed keepsakes and accessories receive a final review to confirm the approved details and finishing work.
Wedding dress restoration may take several weeks to several months, depending on the gown’s condition, construction and the extent of the required repairs or reconstruction. Projects involving fragile fabric, extensive handwork, replacement materials or multiple fittings generally require more time.
Schedule your consultation as early as possible, especially if the restored gown will be worn for a wedding or another important occasion. After examining the dress, Alter My Dress can recommend a project timeline based on the approved restoration work and your event date.
The cost of repurposing a wedding dress depends on what you would like made, the number and size of the finished pieces, the gown’s construction and condition, and the amount of custom sewing and hand-finishing required. A new garment typically requires more design development and fitting than a smaller keepsake item.
Because every gown and repurposing project is different, Alter My Dress must examine the dress and discuss your ideas before providing an accurate quote. The approved plan will identify the pieces to be created, the materials to be reused and the estimated project cost.
Alter My Dress creates wedding dress keepsakes and new garments for clients throughout the United States. Remote projects are available, with wedding dresses shipped to our Maple Glen location for repurposing.
Use our appointment form to begin your wedding dress repurposing project. Local clients may schedule an appointment at either of our Philadelphia-area studios.
710 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Alter My Dress
1612 Norristown Road
Maple Glen, PA 19002
A wedding dress may be transformed into christening or baptism gowns, new garments, bridal accessories, handkerchiefs, ring pillows, ceremony details or commemorative display pieces. What can be created depends on the gown’s materials, condition and available fabric.
Yes. Depending on its construction and usable materials, a wedding gown may become a shorter dress, anniversary outfit, special-occasion garment or another custom piece for the original bride or a family member.
Often, yes. The number and size of the finished pieces depend on the amount of usable fabric, lace, lining and embellishment available. Alter My Dress will evaluate the gown before recommending what can be created.
Original lace, buttons, beading, appliqués and other meaningful details may be incorporated into the new pieces when their condition allows. You may identify particular elements you would like the design team to preserve.
Possibly. Even when an entire gown cannot be reused, individual sections of fabric, lace or embellishment may remain suitable for repurposing. The dress must be examined to determine which materials can be safely used.
No. Repurposing uses materials from the wedding dress to create keepsakes or new garments. Redesign changes the style of the existing gown, while restoration repairs and stabilizes an aging or damaged dress.
Yes. Alter My Dress works with clients throughout the United States. Remote projects are available, and wedding dresses are shipped to our Maple Glen, Pennsylvania location.
Use the appointment form to begin your project. Alter My Dress will provide the appropriate next steps for sending the gown to the Maple Glen location.
The timeline depends on what is being created, the number of pieces, the gown’s condition and the amount of custom construction or hand-finishing required. Begin the process early if the finished items are needed for a wedding, christening or another scheduled occasion.
Cost depends on the type and number of keepsakes or garments, the gown’s construction and condition, and the amount of design, fitting and handwork involved. Alter My Dress must evaluate the dress and proposed project before providing an accurate quote.
“They did a wonderful job on what I wanted done on my wedding dress! Me and my mom really loved it. She took care of covering the chest area for me very good that it bended in. Definitely a 5 star”
"Priscilla altered my wedding gown and did it perfectly! She and her team were very thoughtful to make sure I felt beautiful in my gown and listened to all my points of concern. She delivered it timely and well pressed. It was a pleasure working with her. Highly recommend!"
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Alter My Dress welcomes brides remotly nationwide and at our Philadelphia and Montgomery County studios by appointment. Contact us with your needs, preferred location and information about the dress repurposing you may need. Our team will review your request and help you schedule the appropriate first fitting.
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Philadelphia Location:
710 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Montgomery County Location:
1612 Norristown Road, Maple Glen, PA 19002
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