Wedding Dress Alterations in Clapham
Expert fitting, hemming and adjustments for bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses and occasion wear, with a clear quote before any work begins.
- Bridal, bridesmaid and occasion dresses
- Hems, seams, straps and zips
- Quote before any work begins
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Looking for wedding dress alterations in Clapham? Elegance Dry Cleaners, at 180 Northcote Rd, alters bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses and occasion wear, including hems, seams, straps and zips. Bring your dress in for a fitting and we will explain what is possible and quote before any work begins.
A better fit for the dress you will wear once
A wedding dress is fitted to the moment, and small adjustments make a big difference to how it looks and feels. Our alterations team works on hems, side seams, straps, zips and linings, and we take particular care with lace, beading and delicate fabrics. Come in with your shoes and any accessories, and we will talk through the fit, what can be changed and how long it will take.
What you get
- A fitting with an experienced alterations team
- Honest advice on what is and is not possible
- A clear quote before any work begins
- Careful handling of lace, beading and silk
- Cleaning and pressing available afterwards
Wedding, bridesmaid and occasion dress alterations
Bring the dress and tell us how you want it to fit. These are the changes we are most often asked for.
Hems and length
Shortening or adjusting the hem to suit your shoes, including layered and lined skirts.
Taking in and letting out
Adjusting side seams to improve the fit at the waist, bust and hips, where there is enough fabric.
Straps and shoulders
Shortening straps and adjusting the way the dress sits on the shoulders.
Zips and fastenings
Replacing broken zips and repairing buttons, hooks and loops.
Linings and repairs
Mending seams, tears and linings so the dress is ready to wear.
Bridesmaid and occasion dresses
Fitting for bridesmaids, mothers of the bride and guests, often to a tight deadline.
Fabrics and finishes we work with
Every dress is checked before we start, because lace, beading and silk each need different handling.
How we alter a wedding dress
1. Consultation and fitting
Bring the dress, your shoes and any accessories, and tell us what you would like changed.
2. Assess what is possible
We check the fabric, seam allowance, lining and trims, and explain what can and cannot be done.
3. Clear quote
You receive a price and a ready date before any work begins.
4. Careful alterations
The work is carried out with care for beading, lace and delicate fabric.
5. Final check
We check the fit and finish, and arrange a further fitting if it is needed.
6. Pressing and collection
The dress is pressed and ready to collect, with cleaning available if you want it.
Wedding dress alteration tips
A few simple steps make the process smoother.
Book early
Allow plenty of time before the wedding, particularly in the busy spring and summer season.
Bring your shoes
The hem is set to the shoes you will wear, so bring them to the fitting.
Bring your underlayers
Wear or bring the underwear you plan to wear on the day, since it affects the fit.
Plan for cleaning
Ask about cleaning and pressing after alterations so the dress is ready to wear.
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Wedding Dress Cleaning
Careful cleaning and preservation for bridal gowns and occasion wear.
Alterations & Repairs
Hems, seams, zips and linings for everyday clothes and tailoring.
Suit, Dress & Coat Dry Cleaning
Dry cleaning and pressing for dresses, suits and coats.
Six promises we keep on every single item
Every item inspected
We check each garment on arrival, so we know exactly what it needs.
Cleaned to the care label
Fabric and care label guide the process, with no shortcuts.
Stains pre-treated
Marks are treated before cleaning for the best chance of removal.
Professionally finished
Pressed and finished with professional-grade equipment.
Price before we start
A clear quote first, with no hidden charges.
Honest advice
If something cannot be fully saved or needs longer, we tell you at drop-off.
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Wedding dress alterations for Clapham, Battersea, Wandsworth and beyond
We are at 180 Northcote Rd and look after brides, bridesmaids and guests from Clapham, Battersea, Wandsworth and nearby areas. Visit us for a fitting, call 020 7738 2266 or ask for a free quote online.
Areas we serve
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Our alterations team at 180 Northcote Rd alters wedding, bridesmaid and occasion dresses, including hems, seams, straps and zips.
Common jobs include shortening the hem, taking in or letting out seams, adjusting straps, replacing zips and repairing linings. We will tell you what is possible for your dress.
It depends on the dress and the work involved. We explain what is needed and give you a clear quote before any work begins.
Simple jobs are quicker, while complex or embellished dresses take longer. We tell you the likely timing at the fitting, so book early.
As soon as you have the dress and shoes. Allow time for fittings before the wedding, particularly in the busy spring and summer season.
Taking a dress in is usually straightforward. Letting it out depends on how much spare fabric is in the seams, so we check before we promise anything.
Yes, with care. Beaded and lace dresses take more time because embellishments and patterns need handling carefully, and we assess each dress first.
Yes. We fit bridesmaid, mother of the bride and guest dresses, and can often help with tight deadlines if you ask early.
Yes. We can clean and press the dress afterwards, and our wedding dress cleaning service looks after bridal gowns and occasion wear.
Please do. The hem is set to the shoes you will wear, so bring them along, with any underlayers or accessories that affect the fit.
Serving Clapham and nearby areas
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Elegance Dry Cleaners, Northcote Road
Opening hours
| Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | 8am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–1pm |
| Saturday | 9am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Bank holidays | 8am–1pm |