info@alterationsboutique.co.ukBall Gown Alterations
With over 40 years of experience, we are London’s leading specialists in ball gown alterations and restyling, ensuring your gown fits perfectly for any special occasion.
Whether you’re attending a red-carpet event, a fancy dress party, or an elegant ball, our expert tailors handle gowns of any complexity. From floor-length maxi dresses to intricately embellished designs crafted from luxurious fabrics, we specialise in achieving flawless results.
Our talented seamstresses tailor voluminous, sleek, or strapless ball gowns with precision, creating the perfect fit to reflect your style. Trust us to make your ball gown unforgettable and ensure you look and feel your best.
Ball Gown Alterations Services:
Take in or Let out Ball Gown sides
Narrow Ball Gown shoulders
Shorten / Lengthen Ball Gown
Shorten / Lengthen Ball Gown Straps
Reshape Ball Gown neckline
Replace Ball Gown Zip
Restyle Ball Gown
General Ball Gown Repairs
Areas Served within London and Greater London:
Hampstead, Golders Green, Belsize Park, Chalk Farm, Kilburn, West Hampstead, South Hampstead, Camden Town, Swiss Cottage, Cricklewood, Finsbury Park, Primrose Hill, Hampstead Heath, Chelsea, Fulham, Kensington, South Kensington, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Victoria, Battersea, Pimlico, Clapham, Marylebone, Mayfair, Regents Park, Paddington, Fitzrovia, St Johns Wood, Bloomsbury, Bayswater, Islington, Covent Garden, Soho, Holborn, Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill, Hammersmith.
Branch Information
33 Elystan St, London SW3 3NT
14 New Quebec St, London W1H 7RS
62 Rosslyn Hill, London NW3 1ND
34 High Street, Wimbledon Village, London SW19 5BY
Why Choose Us for your Ball Gown Alterations?
At Alterations Boutique, we are dedicated to excellence. Our highly skilled and fully qualified seamstresses will invest as much time as necessary to ensure your ball gown fits flawlessly. We won’t rest until you are completely satisfied with the results.
We have built an outstanding reputation for delivering impeccable quality in ball gown alterations, including restyling, resizing, remodelling, altering, and repairing. What sets us apart is our unique ability to achieve a factory finish—ensuring that any alterations we perform are seamless, unnoticeable, and untraceable. From perfectly matching the original stitch pattern and thread colour to preserving every intricate detail, we guarantee your gown will look as if it was never altered.
This commitment to precision and craftsmanship has made us the top choice for ball gown alterations in London. We are highly regarded not only for the exceptional quality of our work but also for our award-winning customer service and fair, reasonable pricing. Trust us to enhance your ball gown so you can shine at your next event.
Trust us with your Ball Gown Alterations
Alterations Boutique is a VAT-registered company with a comprehensive insurance policy that protects your ball gown while it is in our care. Unfortunately, some rogue businesses operate without paying taxes, accept cash only, and lack proper insurance, leaving you and your garments unprotected.
We take pride in being a fully compliant British company, adhering to all rules and regulations to provide our clients with complete peace of mind. Trust us to handle your precious garments with the highest level of professionalism, ensuring they are safe and secure throughout the alteration process.
The Experts in Ball Gown Alterations
All members of our team are qualified dressmakers or tailors by trade. However, even with their credentials, they must complete a rigorous training program at the Alterations Boutique to ensure their work meets our high standards. Additionally, we provide ongoing training to help the team continually hone their skills and stay at the top of their craft.
Ball Gown Alterations Costs
At Alterations Boutique, we are committed to offering fair and reasonable pricing. To ensure our rates remain competitive and accessible, we conduct regular market research to maintain moderate pricing.
We understand the importance of knowing costs upfront; however, because ball gowns vary significantly in fabric, finishing, construction, and detail, we encourage clients to visit us for a free, accurate, and no-obligation quote. During your appointment, we will provide a detailed cost breakdown, ensuring complete transparency and helping you understand exactly what you are paying for. We always strive to work within your budget while delivering exceptional quality.
Our Fair and Reasonable Price policy ensures that our customers receive the highest level of service and superior craftsmanship without incurring premium costs.
Additionally, all fittings and consultations are entirely free. You only pay for the agreed work, and we guarantee that you are charged only once. For example, if your ball gown requires further adjustments after the initial alteration, there will be no extra charge. We look forward to helping you achieve the perfect fit for your ball gown!
Frequently Asked Questions about Ball Gown Alterations
Here are some of the most common questions we receive about Ball Gown alterations:
At your appointment, you will choose your collection date using our in-house system. We also offer same-day alterations or next-day services if required. You will receive an automated text or email with your order number and fitting date. Once your Ball Gown is ready for a fitting, our system will automatically notify you via text or email. Alternatively, you can track your order anytime using our online status checker . If your order is completed ahead of schedule, you’ll have the option to collect it sooner.
You do not need to arrive at a specific time to collect your Ball Gown. However, please ensure you have received an automated text message or email confirming your Ball Gown is ready before visiting to try it on. If you have not received this message, please use the order status checker on our homepage and confirm that it says “Completed.” If it does not, kindly wait until it is marked as “Completed.” For any queries, you can call our customer service line at 0207 724 4147, operational from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Saturday, or email us at
Yes, for £20, we can ship your Ball Gown via DPD for next-day delivery, Monday to Friday. Once your Ball Gown is ready, you’ll receive a text message from DPD with the delivery day and a one-hour time slot, so you’ll know exactly when to expect it. If you require same-day delivery, we can arrange shipping via Addison Lee within a 5-mile radius of our locations for £50.
In urgent cases, we offer a same-day alterations or next-day service, ensuring your Ball Gown is altered and returned to you promptly. Simply inform us of your requirements during your visit, and we will ensure your garment is ready when you need it.
Unfortunately, we only offer tailoring services. We do not provide a cleaning service and are unable to recommend one.
We accept Apple Pay, most Debit cards and Credit cards.
You can use the Order Status checker. When we create your order during your first visit, our computer system will send you an automated text/email confirming your order number and fitting or collection date. Once your Ball Gown is ready for collection, our system will automatically send you a text/email to notify you that your order is ready. This means that if we finish the work ahead of schedule, you will have the option to collect your order sooner.
Absolutely - you can change the fitting date yourself online using the change appointment link or you can send us an email and we can do it for you.
If you want to change your Ball Gown Alterations order - you should contact as soon as possible by email or phone. Despite us agreeing on a collection date with you we may start the work immediately after the order is taken so changes are not always possible if we have already started the work.
Unfortunately, we do not permit the consumption of food and drink at the appointment due to the risk of spillage which can make contact with clothing.
We understand you have a busy life but we recommend you try on your Ball Gown when you collect so that we can be absolutely sure everything is correct. If you do not have the time you can return within 14 days and we will repeat the work for you free of charge. Note that we will only repeat the work agreed on your order form.
The customer is under an obligation to collect their Ball Gown on the agreed collection date stated on their order form. If you want to change the collection date you can do so by using the change appointment link. Uncollected items may be disposed of after 90 days from the agreed collection date. Alterations Boutique Ltd, in such an event, will take reasonable steps to contact the customer using the contact details provided at the time the order was placed. If we are unable to contact the customer, we will not be held liable for any loss the customer may suffer.
Yes - you can send a courier or friend to collect your Ball Gown. They should provide your order number, name and telephone number or we will be unable to release the order to them. Please note we recommend you collect the Ball Gown yourself so you can check the work has been carried out correctly in accordance with your instructions. If you cannot you may return the items to re-altered or repaired within 14 days from the time of collection.
If you’re unable to visit one of our locations in person, we offer a convenient mail-in option for Ball Gown repairs only. Please note, we are unable to offer an alterations service by post, as our trained tailors need to take accurate measurements. To get started, simply follow these steps: 1. Send Your Item: Mail your garment(s) to us using a tracked service to: Alterations Boutique, 14 New Quebec Street, London W1H 7RS. Please ensure you include a covering letter with your contact details and a clear description of the repairs you’d like us to carry out. 2. Payment and Quote: After we assess your garment, we’ll contact you with a quote for the repair work. Once you’ve agreed to the price, we’ll proceed with the repairs. 3. Return Shipping: Once the repairs are completed, we’ll send the garment back to you. Shipping costs apply, and we offer both standard and express delivery options. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. We look forward to assisting you!
