Real bride, Sarah, looking out the church window

Real bride: Sarah Goode
Photography: @goyaweddings

Bridal and Formal Alterations, Made Simple

Effortless fittings, expert alterations, and a calm, seamless experience from first pin to final stitch.

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Specialising in Bridal, Formal and Event Wear Alterations.

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What People are Saying

  • A young woman with dark curly hair and light skin looking at the camera. She has natural makeup and is wearing a dark top.

    Natalie Russel

    "Thank you so much Rachel and Team!! Thank you for working on my dress with such short notice and in such a tight time frame. You are truly a talented and dedicated team. On the big day I was so snug and comfortable in my dress, even with the pouring rain! Anyone who needs anything altered should look no further! I highly recommend Rachel’s Custom Sewing. Thanks again for all your hard work!"

  • A woman with glasses and brown hair in an updo wearing a black, sequined dress with a sweetheart neckline.

    Nicola Bottomley

    "Rachel and her team are fantastic! So friendly and welcoming and went above and beyond to make my wedding dress absolutely perfect. I couldn't thank them enough ❤️ 100000% recommend 👌"

  • A woman in a shiny green strapless gown and a man in a black tuxedo with a bow tie standing together at a formal event, under a wooden decorative frame with string lights in the background.

    Shelby Green

    Rachel and her team are absolutely amazing!! I came to her a month before a ball to attend and she done the most incredible job. Very professional and such bubbly energy. She is now my go-to for any alterations. Thank you again Rach, you bloody nailed it!

  • A woman with platinum blonde hair and makeup, holding a coffee cup, indoors with decor in the background.

    Valerie May

    "Rachel and the Team were so lovely, helpful and accommodating with all the changes I wanted to not one, but two dresses!! Rachel was more than happy to work with my 101 asks and it was so appreciated! Thanks so much ladies for making so much possible for my special day ☺️"

  • A woman taking a mirror selfie in a bathroom, holding a phone in front of her face, with a vanity mirror and bottles on the counter.

    Sharney Skaines

    “Rachel and her team are amazing at what they do! I had a heavily beaded wedding dress that needed altering and I was struggling to find anyone. Rachel was quick to respond and fit me in, the whole team did an amazing job at a very affordable price. Would recommend to anyone xx"

  • A joyful couple in wedding attire posing playfully in front of a wooden fence decorated with flowers and a neon sign that reads 'beautiful crazy love.'

    Jade Wills

    “The girls at Rachel's Custom Sewing are amazing. I felt so comfortable and relaxed during my wedding dress alterations. They are incredibly talented and have made my dress fit like it was made for my body!I highly recommend them for any and all alterations. I will absolutely be a return customer!”

  • A bride in a white wedding gown stands outdoors on grass with trees in the background, adjusting her hair.

    Jessica Morgan-Coe

    "Thank you Rachel and team for the work you did to make my wedding dress fit perfectly! I was lucky enough to only have to go in for my initial fitting and upon pick up it fit perfectly with the work to reinforce the straps, hem and bustle done beautifully. Even left with a little kit to help us on the day, and a little custom bustle video so we can be confident we’ll have it down pat. The whole process was super easy and Rachel and her team are lovely, highly recommend! :) x"

  • Woman in a strapless dark teal velvet gown with a high slit, standing on a wooden floor in front of a white curtain, smiling at the camera.

    Raneleigh McKay

    "I highly recommend Rachel’s custom sewing. I am currently in the process of getting two items altered, the team completely understand whet I am aiming to achieve! I have also had a top that was 4 sizes too small altered to fit (feather strapless top in attached pictured) It was a beautiful top and to be able to get it to fit was amazing and made my outfit complete!"

  • A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of red and white roses outdoors.

    Brittany Edmonds

    “Thank you again so much! You are so accommodating and everything you did to make my dress fit perfectly was beyond my expectations. Your so talented and wish I lived closer”

    See more of her dress transformation here!

  • Bride Review Alteration

    Liz Woodham

    ”It took me 47 years to find my one and a failed marriage but it was worth the wait! Thank you Rachel for adding my bustle and making sure my dress was all I dreamed of for our special day. You were a calming influence and extremely helpful providing my bridesmaids with advice how to put on my chiffon wings and to clip the bustle. Much appreciated 😍”

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