Heirloom Gowns Restoration Repurpose Redesign

 
 

Hand Over The Heirloom

Your Mom’s 1980s gown deserves a comeback, and we’re here to deliver! - We’ll rework her into your dream ceremony gown or second look—because vintage glow-ups are kinda our thing.

And we’re not done yet—scroll down to explore our Custom Keepsake Menu of add-ons we can create from leftover lace or fabric. Because this dress deserves more than one moment.

 

So the Dry Cleaner Plot-Twisted Your Dress…

LOOKS like they understood the assignment a little too well! NO STRESS—we’re always rooting for a comeback kid. What’s left can become a dreamy anniversary corset, flirty nighty, luxe robe, or even a chic clutch.

 

Wear Your Mom's Wedding Dress

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Something Old

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Custom Second Look

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Wear Your Mom's Wedding Dress + Something Old + Custom Second Look +

 

Custom Keepsake Menu

    • First we’ll draft a pattern specifically for your body.

    • Sew a muslin sample.

    • Sew the final garment from repurposed or fabric harvested from an heirloom gown.

    • Includes adjusting the fit, removing sleeves and bows and hemming the length etc.

    • Bring or ship us a garment to embellish with bits of lace or harvested pieces from an heirloom garment (i.e. Grandma’s wedding dress).

    • Price varies drastically… depending on complexity.

    • Mini or Full Length Skirt $800 - $1,500

    • Nightie or Sleep Set $800 - $1,500

    • Bralette or Corset $300 - $1,500

    • Custom Robe $800 - $1,500

    • Purse or Clutch $300 - $800

    • Embellished Veil $250 - $850

    • Gloves or Sleeves $75 - $350

    • Neck Scarf $75 - $350

    • Handkerchief $50 - $75

    • Fabric Flowers $40 - $60

    • Hair Scrunchies $40 - $50

    • Headband $40 - $50

    • Hair Bows $40 - $60

 

Get Started ( SAN DIEGO BABES )

  • First Fitting: Discuss design ideas. Take measurements, & “before photos”, review pricing & collect deposit.

  • Second Fitting: Try on the muslin sample we constructed and provide fit and design feedback.

  • Third Fitting: Try on a modified sample made from muslin fabric.

  • Fourth Fitting: Try on the real garment and note necessary adjustments and mark hem length.

  • Fifth Fitting: Check the hem and adjustments made from the previous fitting.

  • Final Fitting: Try her on and take “after photos” (final balance due).

Get Started ( VIRTUAL FITTINGS )

Want to work with us but you don’t live in San Diego… We GOT You!

Step 1: Either ship us the dress or schedule a First Call so we can talk about the possibilities prior to shipping.

In order to help us make a perfectly fitting pattern, we would like you to also ship us a garment from your closet that fits your body REALLY WELL. We will use this garment to draft a pattern from (tips on how to pick the right garment here. Insert hyperlink)

  • First Call: Discuss design ideas. Guide you through taking accurate measurements. Review pricing & collect deposit.

  • We’ll then create and ship a muslin sample based on your design.

  • Second Call: Try on the sample and provide fit and design feedback.

  • We will construct the final garment from the purchased, harvested or repurposed fabric.

  • Ship the completed garment (final balance due).