Hems on every layer
Lining, tulle and chiffon layers hemmed one by one, with horsehair tape or crinoline where the skirt needs body.
Hem, 1 layerfrom $63
Bridal alterations · Hoffman Estates, IL
Bridal alterations in Hoffman Estates, fitted on you.
Wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, mother of the bride dresses and veils. Beata Dworak fits every bride herself, one on one, and gives you the price before any work begins.
Hem from $63Bustle from $63Rush service available
What Beata does for brides
Every bridal alteration, priced up front.
Beaded and lace gowns cost about 30-50% more per procedure, because the beads and lace are removed and set back by hand.
Bustles
A bustle lifts the train so you can dance after the ceremony: 1-3 points, with more points for long trains.
Bustle, 1-3 points$63
Sides and bodice
Taken in or out at the side seams or through the zipper, or shortened from the waist.
Side seam with boningfrom $50
Sleeves and straps
Full sleeves or cap sleeves added, for example to match your veil, and shoulders raised.
Cap sleevesfrom $75
Necklines
Restyled, or reshaped with lace or beads taken from the gown itself.
Restyle necklinefrom $50
Corset backs
A corset back added for a closer fit, with room to adjust on the day.
Add corset to the backfrom $75
Veils and redesigns
Veils altered and gown backs reconstructed, as Beata did for Melina’s wedding dress.
Redesignsquoted at consultation
Bridesmaids and mothers
Bridesmaid dresses and the mother of the bride’s dress, including a new skirt or redesigned sides.
Dress hem, 1 layerfrom $38
Prices
Wedding dress price list.
Tap the alterations your gown needs and see your starting estimate. Bridesmaid and mother of the bride dresses are under Dresses & skirts.
Wedding dresses alteration prices
Beaded and lace gowns cost about 30-50% more per procedure. Prices are starting points or ranges. Rush service available, ask for details.
Dresses & skirts alteration prices
Beads or lace are charged per hour. Prices are starting points or ranges. Rush service available, ask for details.
For brides
Your wedding fitting plan.
Enter your wedding date and see when each fitting should happen.
Less than 8 weeks to go? Call Beata at (773) 507-9747 and ask about rush service.
- 12weeks before
Consultation
Bring the gown, your shoes and undergarments. Price confirmed, 20% deposit.
- 8weeks before
First fitting
Hem, sides and bodice are pinned on you.
- 4weeks before
Second fitting
Adjustments checked, bustle and details planned.
- 2weeks before
Final fitting
Last touches. Bring the shoes again.
- 1week before
Pick-up
Your gown is ready to wear.
Kind words
Brides, mothers and families.
Gosia · Wedding gownI bought a wedding dress which needed sizing, length and some design changes and Beata did an incredible job! She was so easy to schedule with and was upfront about costs (extremely reasonable) and possibilities with the dress. Her work is exact and she has a great eye for adjustments.
Melina · Wedding gownNot only did she do the simple things like hemming and taking the bodice in, but she also reconstructed the back of my dress and altered my veil! She is so skilled and I cannot recommend her enough!
Ali · Wedding gownBeata did a great job with my wedding dresses. She added beautiful sleeves to my wedding dress to match my veil.
Gosia · Mother of the brideShe also altered one of my mom’s dresses for the wedding which required designing a new bottom and fixing the sides to fit correctly. We are both extremely impressed and would recommend Beata in a heartbeat!
Ola · Family wedding partyBeata did an amazing job tailoring my dress, my daughter’s dress and my husband’s suit even though it was all last minute! Very professional and fast service.
Marta · Custom evening gownI found a dress online but not the color. Within less than 3 months she magically created the most beautiful evening gown that received many compliments that night.
When should I book wedding dress alterations?
Book your consultation about 12 weeks before the wedding. The first fitting usually falls about 8 weeks before, a second fitting about 4 weeks before and the final fitting about 2 weeks before. Use the fitting planner on this page to see your dates.
My wedding is in less than 8 weeks. Can Beata still help?
Call (773) 507-9747 and ask about rush service. Beata will tell you what is possible for your gown and your date.
Do you alter beaded and lace wedding gowns?
Yes. Beaded and lace gowns cost about 30-50% more per procedure than plain gowns, because the beads and lace are removed and set back by hand.
Can you add sleeves or change the neckline?
Yes. Beata makes full sleeves and cap sleeves, for example to match your veil, and restyles or reshapes necklines with lace or beads.
Do you alter bridesmaid and mother of the bride dresses?
Yes. Bridesmaids, mothers of the bride and the rest of the wedding party are welcome, including suits for the groom and family.
What should I bring to my bridal fittings?
Your gown, the shoes you will wear and the undergarments you plan to wear on the day. Bring your veil if it needs altering too.
Czy mogę umówić przymiarkę po polsku?
Tak. Beata mówi po polsku i poprowadzi całą przymiarkę sukni ślubnej po polsku.
By appointment only
Your gown, fitted by Beata.
Book your bridal consultation about 12 weeks before the wedding. Bring the gown, your shoes and undergarments, and you leave with a price.