White Orchid Bridal

Alterations

Congratulations you’ve found the gown

Now lets make it your own.

When to begin the alteration process.

  • Once you’ve purchased or ordered your gown, it’s time to contact us. Begin by filling out the contact form on our website. We will be back in touch shortly (typically within 24 hours), so hang tight until you hear back from us.
  • From there we will walk you through what to expect next and serve you as a White Orchid bride.

What to expect at the first fitting.

  • We will establish our timeline and cost estimate, and discuss everything that needs to be done to your gown to make it feel like home. We will also explore design changes and ideas.
  • Each appointment is scheduled for 45 minutes.

How many appointments does it take?

  • Typically, alterations require 3 appointments in total however it can vary depending on the scope of work. But no worries, we will do what it takes to get it right, even if that means an extra appointment!

What do I need to bring?

  • The dress, of course! Plus anything you plan to wear on your special day, including shapewear or undergarments and especially your shoes. I won’t be able to set the hem without them.

When does my dress go home with me?

  • At the final appointment. Payment is also due at this time!
  • To ensure the best possible fit, the final appointment is scheduled 2 – 3 weeks before your wedding day.

Our Services

White Orchid Bridal offers the following services for wedding gowns.

Basic to Extensive Alterations on

  • Couture Gowns
  • Indie Designers
  • Ordered Gowns
  • Sample Gowns

Vintage Gowns

  • Restoration
  • Redesign
  • Cleaning
  • Repair

Custom Design

  • Full Gowns (upon request)
  • Custom Additions to a Gown
  • Extensive Design Changes
  • Sleeves
  • Over Skirts
  • Veils
  • Headpieces and Accessories

HELPFUL reminders

  • Please limit perfume and makeup for your fittings, something about white fabric and makeup just don’t mix, and can be very difficult to remove.
  • Please do not change scheduled appointments. My calendar gets packed fast, especially during the peak season, March – October.
  • Availability is limited, and that is because I strongly believe in quality over quantity, and keeping the work at its highest possible standards. Maintaining personalized time for each fitting is key to providing you with the best possible service!

Designers we’re familiar with

Aesling

Alexandra Grecco

Allison Webb

All Who Wonder

Alyssa Kristen

Anais Anette

Amsale

Anna Campbell

Carol Hannah

Calla Blanche

Carolina Herrea

Claire Pettibone

Claire La Faye

Dan Jones

Daughters of Simone

Dearheart by Carol Hannah

Elizabeth Dye

Essense of Australia

Half Penny Loondon

Hayley Paige

Halseene

Ines Di Santo

Jenny Packham

Jenny Yoo

Justin Alexander

Katherine Tash

Kate Macdonald

Leanne Marshall

Lea-Ann Belter

Lela Rose

Lihi Hod

Louvienne

Lovers Society

Made With Love

Madi Lane

Martina Liana

Monique Lhuillier

Newwhite

Oscar de la Renta

Paloma Blanca

Pronovias

Rebecca Schonefeld

Rita Vinieris

Rue De Seine

Rish Bridal

Sarah Seven

Savannah Miller

Savin London

Sareh Nouri

Suzanne Neville

Stella York

Tara la Tour

The Law

Truvelle

Rara Lauren

Theia Couture

Temperly

Vagabond

Vera Wang

Varca

Watters

Willowby

Winnie Couture