School Formal Dress Alteration Prices

Expert tailoring for your perfect night!

Your school formal is a night to remember, and your dress should be perfect in every way. At Rachel’s Custom Sewing, we specialize in making your formal dress fit like a dream—so you can look amazing, not trip over your hem, and simply enjoy your night as your best self.

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  • Alterations: ~ Bustle ~ Straps ~ Sides ~ Hem ~

  • Alterations: ~ Cups ~Sides ~ Steam ~

  • Alterations: ~ Hem ~ Bustle ~

  • Alterations: ~ Straps ~ Cups ~ Hem ~ Bustle ~ Pocket Square ~ Body Tape ~

  • Alterations: ~ Hem adjusted~Main glitter ~Zip perfected ~

  • Alterations: ~ Hem ~

  • Alterations: ~ Scrunchie ~ Cups ~ Side Seams ~ Zip ~ Hem ~ Bustle ~

  • Alterations: ~ Straps ~ Hem ~

Prices

  • Adjusting the fit and shape of the gown’s bodice for a smooth, comfortable, and flattering finish.

    • Add cups – $106

      Darts:
      • Existing lined – $166
      • Add new – $228
      • Quick (all layers) – $66

      Princess seams (bodice gap fix) – $246

      Boning (per pair) – $66

      Corset insert:
      • Simple – $204
      • Custom colour / large area – $420

      Waist raise – $396

      Waist stay (helps dress stay in place) – $78

      Neckline or backline change – $132

      Illusion panel:
      • Close front – $132
      • Reinforce – $42
      • Add modesty panel – $240

  • Shortened, replaced, or reshaped to sit neatly on your shoulders and provide secure support.

    • Spaghetti – $92

    • Create new spaghetti – $132

    • Medium thick – $264

    • One strap only – $186

    • Medium thick (quick finish, suitable for bridesmaids) – $126

  • Replacing zippers or refining seams through the sides, back, or waist to achieve your perfect fit.

    • Fix bubble at base of zip – $48

    • Replace corset with zip – $264

    • Make smaller (1–5 sizes, through zip) – $300
      If more than 2 sizes, will need to take in to hem – $396

    • Gusset insert (adds size) – from $240

    Sides In

    Reduce through:
    • Arm to waist – $300
    • Arm to thigh – $330
    • Arm to hem – $360
    • Waist to thigh – $216
    • Waist to hem – $246
    • Thigh to hem – $216

  • Raising or shortening the length of your gown to match your height and shoes, with each layer shaped for a natural flow.

    Main / Outer Layers

    • Standard – $174

    • Extra full – $240

    • Infinity dress – $126

    • Pleated fabric – $360

    • Add horsehair braid – $132

    Lining

    • 1 layer – $162

    • 2 layers – $290

    • 3 layers – $432

    Tulle

    • 1 layer – $150

    • 2 layers – $264

    • 3 layers – $372

    • 4 layers – $468

    • 5 layers – $588

  • Adding, closing, or adjusting a split to suit your style and comfort level.

    • Add split to existing seam – $132

      • Add split where no seam exists – $240

      • Add fabric to lower triangle of split – $240

      • Raise existing split – $72 per layer

  • Enhancements like cups, buttons, sleeves, or hooks to complete the look and improve wearability.

    • Bustle – $36

    • Snaps – $30 each

    • Pockets – $102 each

    • Steam – Complimentary

  • A discreet tie or button system that lifts your train for easy movement and dancing after your event.

    • $54

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Included With Your Alteration

🌸 Steam – Complimentary

🌸 Fashion Tape – Complimentary

🌸 Pocket Square – Free (if requested)

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