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Lydia H.

Long story short, the bridal shop I ordered my dress from in Korea sent me the wrong bride's dress (I'm a size 2 and they sent me a size 10) and had to put in a rush order with the designer to create a brand new dress for me. Less than a month before my wedding, I still didn't have my wedding dress in hand. I was in full panic mode because I didn't know 1) was my new dress going to arrive on time? 2) was my new dress going to fit me? 3) was my new dress going to require alterations? 4) would the alterations be completed in time?? There were so many unknowns. But thanks to my wedding planner's recommendation, I found the Wedding Dresser, and reached out to Susan. Her response was "Yes, it's totally possible for us to alter the dress for you on a shortened timeline. We got you" and I already felt a huge sense of relief. THANK GOD my new dress did arrive in time, 3 weeks before my wedding, and I was able to book an appt with the Wedding Dresser right away. And in exactly 2 weeks from my first appointment, Susan and her team made my dress fit me PERFECTLY. They worked their magic to make sure... - I can actually lift my arms up and hug my husband! LOL (Previously, I couldn't lift my arms up beyond a few inches) - The length of the dress was perfect. (I didn't bustle my dress but it required hemming in the front) - I could breathe in my dress without it suffocating me (The new dress did fit me, but I didn't think I could stay in it for hours because it was so tight. They removed the inner corset and did some other things to add some extra breathing room for me and it was a lifesaver!) At every single appointment, I felt so well taken care of by everyone. Ashley, Gala, Tran, Filbert, and Susan were all so wonderful, and I appreciated how it felt like we were part of a team with one goal in mind: making me look & feel like the most beautiful bride ever. We actively brainstormed things together (e.g. should I pin the front crease of my dress? should I not? should I wear my hair down? or up? should I bustle my dress? or not?) I genuinely enjoyed spending time there because everyone is so wonderful. And honestly, I could not be more grateful to The Wedding Dresser for helping me wear my dream wedding dress on my special day. Thank you Susan and team!!

About 2 months ago, I walked into the Wedding Dresser in Industry City with my wedding dress in hand, not knowing what to expect. I was immediately greeted by Tressa, the manager. Tressa helped set up my initial appointment as well as my 3 additional appointments leading up to my big day. As I unzipped my 2 piece Carol Hannah original wedding dress from its carrier, I was pleasantly greeted by head seamstress Aqua LoPresti. Within my initial appointment, it became so clear that Aqua is a master of her craft. They demonstrated an impressive range of skills including altering the corset, which was full of boning. Aqua made me feel so comfortable, heard, and seen with her magical-positive presence. Aqua, your passion and purpose really shined through to me with each appointment. The owner Susan definitely knows how to curate an experience. I chose these candid shots of my wedding dress to upload to show how the artistry of Susan and her team, specifically Aqua for tailoring my wedding dress to fit me perfectly. I am a 40-DD. Aqua crafted my Carol Hannah corset and linen skirt to fit my body. I could dance and move around with ease and with confidence knowing that there would be no slips. I highly recommend the Wedding Dresser for all your alteration needs, especially for mid-size and plus-size women. I can't wait to take my wedding skirt back to them so they can alter it again to make it an everyday skirt to wear. Thank you Wedding Dresser.

Mer H.

Absolutely stunning experience! Everyone was so kind and really considered what alterations I wanted and would look great. Also never a bride or bridesmaid, simple dress alteration not attached to anyone's wedding.

Maria S.

Honestly I would give this place zero stars if I could. Where do I start? I waited close to 40 minutes over for them to take me. When Susan took me, she quickly rushed me from consultation to fitting before I had a chance to process that she was quoting me almost 1200 on my 1500 dress. After getting quotes from multiple other places I realized how much they were over-charging me. I asked for a refund, which they gave us but then charged us a 100 for the fitting. It would have ended there, but Susan then left six pins in my dress which left me with scratches on my legs. My fiancé called the business, because he was upset by the whole situation in which he overheard them laughing that I was cut by their pins. The fact that they laughed over their carelessness, charging more than double out there and the sheer rudeness of Susan. Just do yourself a favor, industry city has great food and other stuff to do. Just stay away from her. PS The other people who work there seemed very kind and I hope she treats them better than she treated me!

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May T.

I am SO grateful I found Susan and her team. She saved my wedding dress. Her and her team are professional, great communicators, calm, and very talented. Backstory- I initially took my dress to a different tailor who hemmed it but wouldn't take it in and tailor it properly (even though I had lost 10 lbs and the dress definitely needed taking in especially in the bodice. I'm also in fashion design so I know a good fitting dress when I see one!). I was scrambling to find someone who could save my dress as my wedding was quickly approaching and thankfully found The Wedding Dresser! Though the construction was a bit difficult on my dress, Susan came up with a creative and still attractive way to tailor the dress. I had 3 fittings and just picked it up today--it fits like a dream! Now I can feel confident walking down the aisle. Highly recommend The Wedding Dresser!

Jeanelle P.

I purchased my dress from BHLDN as a bride with a budget and learned quickly that I hadn't thought too much about getting alterations. I panicked when I started researching of how much alterations could go for, and was instantly relieved after I contacted Susan. I sent her the link to my dress, and she was able to assess a quote and cost, giving me a range. Luckily I only needed minimal alterations. I live in Brooklyn and was overjoyed that I wouldn't have to travel to Manhattan. It's in a creative space in an industrial building with a food hall with much to do in case you want to hang out in the area. Finding the suite was pretty simple and the Wedding Dresser space was also nice. There's a little storefront area with accessories, jewelry, cover ups, and all sorts of other bits that are available. There's no waiting area to sit-- not that it's necessary! Everybody is very sweet and accommodating, since it's appointment-only you're greeted and called upon by your name. I was surprised that Susan herself tended to each of her clients, in addition to the other staff. Skylar, Isis and Tressa were also very helpful and kind. I ended up supplying the cups I wanted for my dress and they sewed them in and took in the top to accommodate my bust that's on the smaller side. I also had a short sweep train that Susan suggested we add a minor bustle, which worked out well amd perfectly matched the aesthetic of the dress. The alterations were done quickly-- I dropped it off in May and got it back later that month (I forget what the actual time frame since this was all so long ago!). My wedding was in September so you can imagine how many times I got to sneak on some tries at home. I tried it on at least once a week-- so much that the cup strings got undone but I reinforced them since it's pretty basic. I'd recommend The Wedding Dresser to NYC brides/anyone that needs alterations!

Wedding Dress. Photo by Bonnie & Lauren
Aheli P.

Susan was incredible to work with. With each dress fitting, I felt more confident that I had chosen the right dress and the right person to make it fit spectacular. I had three dress fittings. The entire staff was extremely professional and responsive. I had to change one of the appointments at the last minute, and she was very flexible. The final result came out better than I could have ever imagined.

You can see the detailed lace sleeves that Susan and her team took care to take in + the matching lace panel they added beautifully.
Lauren P.

I needed my little white wedding dress altered with a pretty quick turnaround. Susan and her team did such a beautiful job adjusting the lace sleeves and adding a lace panel to the deep V neck to match the sleeve style. Super kind and professional throughout, I can't thank them enough!

Lil M.

This review is long overdue, but: Susan and her team were absolutely lovely. Accommodating, thoughtful, and took all of my questions and needs into consideration. The result was an absolutely gorgeous dress made all the more fabulous by Susan's expertise.

The Wedding Dresser expertly transformed a square yard of gauzy lace into a D-shaped veil and attached lace edging.
Suzanne E.

After having been turned away by other tailors, I brought in a yard of lace hoping to have it transformed into a D-shaped mantilla veil to wear over a peineta comb. The Wedding Dresser delivered! This was an exceptionally delicate hemming job, and the result was incredible and on time. They also attached a piece of lace edging to the straight edge of the mantilla. Simply perfect and the most important piece of my wedding look.

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