Please read this page thoroughly as it has policies for appointments.
A note about alterations: More often than not, alterations are more than the cost of the item. Prices are based off of the work and time involved, not the cost of the item. Clothing is mass produced, while alterations are done locally, by skilled professionals.
As of 7/15, alterations on menswear is no longer offered due to focusing on my areas of specialization.
All fittings can be booked through the online calendar below. Please note the turnaround time when booking, item limit per appointment, and items I do not alter listed on this page. All policies are strictly enforced as I’m a single person shop and are necessary for me to maintain operations efficiently. Thank you!
For rush availability, please message 843-475-0722. Please include the item, what alterations are needed, and the date it’s needed by.
Current Turnaround Times:
Wedding Dresses:
Minimum of 2 months out from the date needed, but 3-4 months out is strongly recommended due to multiple fittings being needed.
There are typically three fittings, although, some dresses may require additional fittings for extensive alterations.
The first fitting is for any work being done to the straps, sides, and discussing any custom work. (estimated appointment time is 30 mins – 1 hr)
*Sides will be worked on after the first fitting to be tried on at the second fitting. If you are actively losing weight, I highly recommend booking the first fitting once you reach your goal. This avoids having to do the sides multiple times, which will add more to the cost. There is time for adjustments at the second fitting.
The second fitting is typically scheduled 4 – 6 weeks from the first fitting. At this fitting, the fit of the dress is checked. The hem and bustle are then pinned. Any adjustments are done during this fitting. (Exact shoes are required for this appointment. If you are wearing different shoes at your reception, please bring those as well for the bustle length. Estimated appointment time: 1 – 1.5 hrs)
The third fitting is typically scheduled 4-6 weeks from the second fitting. This fitting will be the final try on of the dress and you will be shown how to do the bustle. I recommend bringing someone that will be helping with the bustle to this fitting. If you do not have anyone in town, we can film it.
*For dresses with dates more than 3 months out, time between appointments may be more staggered to account for dresses with earlier wedding dates
Spring Wedding Notes:
For dresses needed in March, the first appointment needs to be no later than mid-January, late January/first week of February for April weddings, and late February/ first week of March for May. Rush may not be available this spring season; due to the number of wedding dresses I work on. Please text 843-475-0722 to confirm additional or rush availability for your dress.
*Please note that the initial appointment timeline above is the minimum time for wedding dress alterations and the pickup day will be close to the wedding date working within a 2 month or less turnaround. I highly recommend at least 3 months out from the date you need to pick it up when booking.
Fall 2025 Weddings:
I will be closed 11/11/25-12/12/25 for my wedding and honeymoon. Dresses needed for November or December dates will need to have their first fitting in July at the latest for a pickup in October/early November. For September dates, the first fitting should be in June or earlier. For January dates, the initial fitting needs to be during or before September.
Custom Work/Projects:
Is not offered, only clothing alterations (only exception is for wedding dresses).
Bridesmaid/Formal Dresses:
4 – 5 week minimum
General Womenswear Alterations:
4 – 5 week minimum
*(limited during fall & spring wedding season September-November & February-May)
Alterations are currently not offered on:
Menswear, leather, suede, swim-suits, upholstery, or curtains. The only women’s suit alterations offered are tapering and shortening of the sleeves from the bottom.
What to bring to your fitting:
For hems: exact shoes are required. Hems will not be pinned without shoes.
Sides taken in/let out:
all undergarments you plan to wear with the item.
*Please note that the maximum amount pants can be taken in is 1.5 – 2 inches. Depending on the design, it may be less. In general, for all taking in, it is not recommended to go more than 1-2 sizes. Anything more than this amount and it could affect how the item lays and/or the design. Some dresses can be taken in more, but it is dependent on the construction and design. This will be evaluated at the fitting.
Policies:
There is a 4-5 item limit per appointment/ticket and tickets are maxed at 4 hrs worth of work. If the workload is above either of these limits for one fitting, multiple tickets will be given with different due dates. With taking in 6-8 fittings a day, these limits are necessary to complete orders being a single person shop.
If you have more items than the limit, please contact prior to booking as a longer fitting appointment will be required (the ticket limits above still apply).
Steaming services are not offered, just alterations. (I recommend Prestige Cleaners (best for formal wear) and Chris’s Dry Cleaners. For onsite steaming services for weddings, I recommend Press the Dress).
Fittings are continuous. I ask that you do not enter more than 5 minutes before your appointment. If you are more than 10 minutes late to your fitting, your appointment will need to be rescheduled.
We reserve the right to refuse service when expectations are not inline with business procedures or offered services
There is a one month limit on adjustments or repairs from the time item is picked up. After that time frame, it’ll be charged as a new alteration or repair.
All pickups are scheduled. You will receive a text at the number provided to schedule your pickup 1-2 days before it is due. Due to several orders being left and unpaid for, if I do not receive a response, your order will be put on hold and will need to be scheduled for a later confirmed pickup date.
There is a 3 month hold policy for orders left without payment. After then, the order will be considered abandoned and will no longer be available for pickup. It’ll either be sold to recuperate the loss or donated.
I have a 48 hr cancellation policy for fittings. I have very limited appointment availability. This policy allows another client time to take the spot. Appointments can be canceled or rescheduled through the email confirmation link you receive after booking. You can also text 843-475-0722 as well.
Pets are not allowed inside the shop (only exception is for service animals)
Although I love little ones, I kindly ask that no children under 12 are brought into the shop as there are fragile items, heavy machinery, and sharp objects present. This unfortunately makes it an unsuitable/unsafe environment for them to wander around in while your fitting is taking place. Unfortunately, this policy is a result of several items being broken in the shop. (Exceptions: if you bring someone that is able to watch them while you’re being pinned or they’re secured in a stroller or the like)
When booking please list the items you have. For formal wear and wedding dresses please include the date of the event/when it needs to be picked up by as well. Thank you!