Dressmaker By Design
Bespoke Garments
Consultation
Designs are created in consultation with you, that way you receive a totally bespoke outfit that fits precisely to your requirements and makes you feel fabulous.
If you feel as though high street clothing doesn't fit exactly right, or you are attending an event where you don't want to risk wearing the same outfit as someone else, or maybe you know what suits you but can't find it in the stores?
If this sounds like you then you'll love having a bespoke outfit made for you. There's a wide selection of fabrics for you to choose from and you are also free to bring in your in your own.
Up-cycling and Sustainability
In our modern world of cheap fashion we're developing concerns over the ‘throw away’ culture that has developed.
The value of a garment is not how much you paid for it, but how much you love and wear it. You may inherit a garment with sentimental value and want to redesign and wear it yourself. Something can be redesigned by adding shaping, changing the hem or sleeve length, changing buttons, removing collars, adding different embellishments—the possibilities are almost endless!
I can remodel garments to give them new life so you can enjoy them all over again.
In this picture, the dress was altered for mum and the off cuts used to make a matching dress for her daughter.
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Commissions
An Experience
Having something bespoke made for you is a great experience. I make bespoke items for every day or special occasions.
We discuss your needs and go through your garment desires so I can create something totally unique for you that won't break the bank.
The benefit is that it'll also be made to fit you perfectly.
Read more about the process below
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Weight Change and Alterations
Fit for Purpose
Garments are made to your measurements. Small size alterations are to be expected during any making process and I usually leave enough seam allowance inside the garment to allow for changes until the garment is finished.
The hem will similarly be cut long to allow for shoe heels. If you lose or gain weight during the commission, I'll do my very best to make it fit. If you are planning to diet or if your size changes prior to me starting work, please inform me as remeasuring will most likely be necessary.
If you lose or gain significantly, the alterations will increase the making time and therefore the cost.
Heidi
"Alison is the lady to go to for dresses. We asked her to do our three adult bridesmaid dresses for our wedding—and she said YES!
I cannot describe enough of how lovely she is, how wonderfully made the dresses are, and how talented she is at what she does.
We knew they would be great, but they have exceeded any expectation."
Pam
"It is gorgeous! It literally took my breath away and now I’m all teary. Clever you!"
Alison specialises in bespoke garment design in the fine city of Norwich, in the east of England. Here she works with a wide range of clients to fulfil their vision and create garments that look and feel fabulous.