Welcome
With a passion for my craft, I specialise in turning dreams into reality. Using over 45 years' experience as a pattern cutter and dressmaker, I can transform your wedding gown into the perfectly fitted garment you have always wanted. Without the overheads of a shop your dress will be individually tailored by me at a refreshingly realistic price.
In addition, I offer a complete alteration service for bridesmaid’s dresses, evening wear, prom dresses, occasion wear, mother of the bride or groom, tailoring and general clothing.
Have you bought an off the peg dress?
Would you like to make some style alterations?
Are you going to wear your mothers wedding dress?
Have you gained or lost weight?
If your answer to any of the above is yes,
I can help you!
I am based in Milton Regis near Sittingbourne in Kent and am easy to get to from Sheppey, Medway, Maidstone, Faversham, Gravesend and Canterbury.
MY STORY
Crafting Perfection
I am a professional pattern cutter and dressmaker with over 45 years’ experience in the industry, and I absolutely love what I do.
I work to the exacting standards demanded by designer brands, having previously been employed by Nicole Farhi, Anne Storey, Whistles and Karen Millen where quality and fit are paramount. This is an ethos that has stayed with me and frames my approach to every client I work with.
I have worked within the bridal arena for over 30 years and in that time, it has been my pleasure to have created a wide range of beautiful gowns, including designing and making my daughter’s wedding gown and finally in 2025 my own wedding gown.
I am now concentrating on the alteration, restyling and fitting of bridalwear. The thing I most enjoy is seeing the look of delight on a brides face the very first time she sees her wedding gown fit her perfectly; the same dress she always dreamt she would wear as she walked down the aisle.
It can be an emotional moment, so I always make sure there is a box of tissues at hand for her Mum!
Customer Reviews
TESTIMONIALS
'The most magical hands and caring soul'.
"The most magical hands and caring soul Not only does Dawn have the most magical hands but she also has the sweetest , kindest and most caring soul who genuinely cares about her customers and their needs.
I reached out to Dawn as my seamstress messed me around with my wedding dress and my wedding was only a month away. Dawn reassured me she would fix my dress so it would fit me like a glove on my wedding day, and this is exactly what she did .
Her home (studio) is warm and welcoming as well as herself and she makes you feel instantly at ease.
Thank you Dawn so much for making sure my dress was altered to the highest standards . Now I can look forward to getting married on Friday and wearing the dress of my dreams and it is all down to you".
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Emma (and Mum)
"I had the pleasure of meeting Dawn, a lovely lady, highly experienced, helpful and made me feel very comfortable.
Dawn did some alterations on my wedding dress, when trying it on Dawn noticed something that I had not, adding a few extra bits to the dress to make it fit better.
Also Dawn noticed I was not happy about something on the dress which she offer her advice and I decided to go ahead my dress now is how I wanted it to look and fit.
I would highly recommend Dawn and thank you for all your help".
- Karen -
"Fabulous from beginning to end.
Dawn has made me a dress for my daughter’s wedding. She was helpful and supportive throughout the whole process from design to the finished product and I am delighted with my dress
The quality of her workmanship is outstanding."
- Deborah -
"Dawn made my wedding gown for me but it was so much more than that. She took my ideas and turned them into the most incredible gown, more than I could ever have dreamt of. Every step of the way Dawn made sure that everything was as I wanted it and that I was happy. The gown fits like a glove and the workmanship and quality is outstanding. As an older bride I was worried about what I was going to wear and look like but Iam going to feel confident, comfortable and elegant. If you are thinking of having a dress made for your special day don't hesitate to get in touch with Dawn. This is truly a couture service and Dawn makes dreams come true!"
- Belinda -
"The best there is.
I went to Dawn for my wedding dress alterations on recommendation from a friend and she did not disappoint.
Dawn is wonderful and makes you feel at ease. She listens attentively to your wishes and takes time to ensure everything is done to her high, professional standard. Nothing was ever too much trouble.
After buying my wedding dress pre-baby to having it altered for my postpartum body, I can't thank Dawn enough for making me fall in love with my dress all over again and making me so excited for the big day!"
- Sarah -