Alterations

AT ENSEMBLE WE’RE KNOWN FOR GOING BEYOND STANDARD ALTERATIONS. CUSTOMIZING, REDESIGNING AND RESIZING garments IS OUR SPECIALTY. WE’VE MADE IT EASY TO PREPARE FOR THE ALTERATIONS PROCESS, SO YOU CAN TAKE SOME OF THE GUESS WORK OUT OF TIMELINE, BUDGET AND FITTINGS.

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Walk-in wednesday

Skip booking an appointment and bring your garments in for a fitting or drop off for repairs every wednesday during our store hours.
Excludes all bridal services.

Guests

Maximum of 2 guests are allowed per fitting due to limited seating. All children must have adult supervision.

Turnaround

Our calendar availability is not a reflection of our turnaround time. Please call ahead if you need your garments within 1-2 weeks

Shoes

Shoes (heels, flats, sneakers, etc.) are required for all garments at all fittings. If you don't bring them you may be asked to reschedule your fitting.

Pricing

The cost of alterations reflects the level of skill and time required to execute the work- not the amount spent on the garment. We’ve provided OUR MOST POPULAR ALTERATION SERVICES AND THEIR ESTIMATED PRICING FOR PLANNING PURPOSES.

daywear alterations

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Starting prices

THE EXACT PRICING FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICES YOUR GARMENT NEEDS WILL ALWAYS BE GIVEN BY YOUR
SEAMSTRESS DURING YOUR FITTING.

  • Darts…………………………. .$25

    Sides…………………………… $25

    Sleeve Hem………………….. $20

    Crop Shirt…………………… $20

    Straps…………………………. $20

  • Take in waist…………………. $30

    Taper……………………………. $30

    Hem……………………………… $20 (2 for $35)

    Jean Hem………………………. $25

  • Singular hook & eyes, snaps, or buttons are complementary.

    Mending……………………..$20

    Zipper replacement…… $45

    Sew on decorative patches……………$5

Formalwear alterations

Starting prices

THE EXACT PRICING FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICES YOUR GARMENT NEEDS WILL ALWAYS BE GIVEN BY YOUR SEAMSTRESS DURING YOUR FITTING.

for debutante pricing see bridal services

  • Take in center back…... $40

    Take in side back………….. $75

    Adjust shoulder………. $120

    Take in sleeves………….. $80

    Hem sleeves……………… $80

    Hem jacket……………… upon request

  • Spaghetti…………………… $25

    Lined………………………….. $40

    Applique and beading required………………………….. Upon request

  • Princess seams…………... $80

    Zipper…………………. $65

    Sides……………… $50

    Shorten bodice……….. $100

  • Hips/Taper skirt……………………….. $60
    Single layer hem…………… $55

    • with trim or horse hair ….$85

    Crinoline hem……………….. $35

 FAQs

  • We recommend starting the alteration process as soon as you have both your garment and the shoes that you plan to wear with it.

  • If you need your garment altered within a week or two please give us a call to discuss options.

  • For most garments there are a total of 1 fitting and a pickup appointment. However, number of fittings vary based on the amount of work that needs to be done.

  • - Shoes; heels, flats, dress shoes, sneakers, etc. are required for all garments at all fittings

    - Ladies: Undergarments are required; panties and a bra with support (unless you are not planning on wearing one with your gown). Sports bras and bralettes are a no-go.

  • - We kindly ask that you bring no more than two guests to your fitting as there is limited seating in the shop.

    - Due to the sharp tools and hot irons in our shop, we recommend that no children be left unattended during your fitting, for their safety.

  • Alterations appointments typically last 30-45 minutes.

  • Payment for the total cost of alterations is due at the first appointment.

    Depending on the scope or difficulty of your garment, your seamstress may require a deposit which would be determined during your fitting.

  • - Ensemble cannot be held responsible for fit or additional costs (alterations or materials needed) due to weight loss/gain, pregnancy, menstrual cycle, plastic surgery, failure to wear the same shoes or undergarments from first fitting, etc.

    - Clients are advised to not introduce any major lifestyle changes that may influence body weight and type as not to disrupt the fitting process.

  • Repairs are taken on case by case basis.

  • - We love working on garments of all ages and styles! However, if your vintage item isn’t preserved, we prefer that your garment be professionally dry cleaned (we love the vintage style, but not so much that vintage smell :) ).

    - Alterations/repairs on leather and fur may require special assistance. We recommend calling ahead or emailing a photo of your item along with description of adjustments needed to office@ensembleaugusta.com

  • All of our fittings are by appointment only. If you happen to be in the area, feel free to give us a call to check our availability.