AMadden Tailoring

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who gave me an honest evaluations as my dress had gotten VERY large. We both decided I should just get a new dress and she so kindly offered to bring all of the dresses I bought to her so that we could take a look together, go over quotes, etc. When we chose a dress finally Amanda listened to all of my asks (crazy and not) and was always so kind and altered my dress in a way that made me feel SO comfortable. On the DAY before I left for my wedding I decided I wanted a last minute adjustment and Amanda squeezed me in amongst her many brides...I profusely apologized and she so lightheartedly told me this is the industry she works in! I am so thankful for Amanda and all of her help on making my difficult cut dress look PERFECT on me. I would recommend to absolutely any bride! Thank you Amanda!!!

forward (which is great because I am going to be a bridesmaid/guest for a lot of weddings next year). From day one, Amanda showed a really thorough knowledge of her craft. We had a good initial chat via email that helped me decide on the vintage wedding dress I bought (because certain vintage dresses are not so easily tailored as others, especially when it comes to resizing!). During our consultation, she was very knowledgeable and gave great insight into what would look best on the dress and what would structurally make the most sense-- I really wanted buttons on the back of the dress and she advised that I do a zipper with buttons on it, and I am REALLY glad I went with that! She also advised on what I should wear under the gown to make it look good, things that I had never thought of like a longline bra vs. a bodysuit and a certain type of crinoline to make sure the fabric doesn't bunch anywhere. For my reception dress, she had to re-dart the chest because it was too pointy, which was not easy because the dress wasn't initially made correctly, but she fixed it and made it look amazing. She also made me a beautiful veil that perfectly complements my dress-- again her expertise came in handy because I was considering lace and when she suggested that it might overwhelm the dress, I totally agreed. The veil she made adds the softest and most elegant touch to the dress, which was my vision! That being said, if I was dead-set on lace she would have done it but I was looking for her input. She also never settles for "that looks fine" with the work she does-- she makes she that everything is done correctly and looks as good as it possibly can, which is a MUST for anyone looking to get a dress altered, especially a wedding dress! She is so professional and wonderful and I cannot recommend her enough.

d re-stitching a corset, which were all done beautifully. Amanda is professional, transparent about pricing, and generally a joy to work with.

in it couldn't be done, but she made it work, and for that I'm hugely grateful! Her studio is charming and always has great music playing. Would highly recommend—and in fact am sure I'll go back for alterations on non-bridal dresses!

wedding vendor. I was at complete ease during and in between every appointment knowing I had someone reliable, seasoned and exquisite in their work taking care of my dresses.

y and one for my reception. These were not the easiest alterations, and Amanda put in a lot of work to get them perfect on quite a time crunch. The whole time I worked with her, I got the sense that she cared as much as I did about me looking my best in my wedding dresses, and what more could you ask for? Definitely recommend!

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manda gave me great advice about what to look for in a dress and where it would be easiest/most pleasant to shop. When my plans changed due to COVID, Amanda altered my new dress in a matter of weeks. She added structure and boning where there had been none and ensured that everything fit exactly perfectly even when it meant extra work for her. There was a point when I had a minor meltdown (tip: do not take mirror selfies at a fitting). Amanda was compassionate, patient, and helpful. She got me back to her studio immediately, listened to all my concerns, and had solutions in place for the next fitting. Ultimately, the dress was perfect and several people actually remarked on how well it fit. I cannot recommend Amanda highly enough.

t was too late to make any changes. She really listens and makes sure the dress is exactly as you want. So happy I worked with Amanda.

next. She listened to what I wanted and had good suggestions when I didn't have a strong opinion. Scheduling was easy, and she was careful about COVID safety protocols (required customers to wear masks and always wore one herself, spaced out appointments to sanitize in between, etc).

nda was not just fast and accommodating, she did a great job, is easy to work with, and has a keen eye. I've taken other items to Amanda in the past and have always been happy with the work. Highly recommend!

was first scheduled for May, so my first fitting was before lockdown. The pandemic hit and Amanda was stuck with my dress for months (all that to say, you can trust her with your wedding dress for long periods of time! Haha). Once I rescheduled my wedding date, we were back on track, and I have felt safe every time I’ve seen Amanda for fittings. Needless to say, I highly recommend Amanda for any of your wedding dress needs!

wedding gown felt extra special and Amanda was committed to making that happen for me. She was so supportive and positive throughout the process. I really appreciate her keeping my dress safe during the lockdown period as well as creating a safe environment for fittings. She is a great listener, quick to problem solve, honest, and just all around lovely to spend time with. She altered a bridesmaid gown for me once before and I had no question she was who I wanted to help me with my wedding gown. I am so grateful!

da made my dream of wearing that dress a reality. She was extremely detailed, kind, supportive and her work is incredible. I appreciate her for being open during this insane time and for taking every single precaution to keep us both safe and healthy. Amanda, you are a star! Thank you so much for my beautiful dress.

n. Every time we would work on the dress, Amanda would make improvements I didn't even know could be made---or that the dress needed! She is a delight to spend time with, picks great music, and makes the weeks leading up to your wedding all the more exciting! I am so glad I found Amanda--and just so happy with the final product! I keep looking for excuses to wear the dress again!

hed. I showed up to Amanda's studio an emotional wreck. She was totally understanding, and made sure my dress was ready for the big day. Also I very much appreciated the details that she added (a blue bustle ribbon to make sure that you have something blue!) were thoughtful, and appreciated when the big day finally came together this month. I strongly recommend AMadden Tailoring!

ss our appointments because of all of the fun conversations we had.

ast second (2 weeks before my wedding) and she was able to drastically alter the Alyssa Kristin dress that had I purchased from Schone Bridal 8 months earlier. I didn't think it needed much work but, because I had lost about 10 lbs since I had tried it on, she ended up altering the length of the straps, added a bra, hemmed 3 inches, and created a very elegant double French bustle within 10 days. She took the dress from a "that'll do" to a "wow, this is a bomb wedding dress and I feel like a million bucks in it." So grateful for all of her help and expertise.

e each step of the way. She takes her craft seriously and has the experience and background necessary to make you feel comfortable. Along the way, I was looking to have some more structure in the bust and Amanda suggested adding in some boning, which worked so well. When we were considering the bustle, the first attempt she tried was beautiful and I wouldn’t have known that there was another option, until Amanda said, “no, I know something that will be better,” and attempt number 2 was even more beautiful ! She strives for the best and that’s exactly what you’ll get!

at it wouldn't have occurred to me to ask for (I thought it needed taking in, she knew the straps needed to be lengthened), and then did that plus everything else I asked for under deadline AND under quote! Plus she's just a really lovely human, and she donates abandoned gowns to a great cause, just completely splendid.

n important role in the evolution of my dress. She did a great job, I felt amazing the day of my wedding and my mom couldn’t stop commenting how perfectly my dress fit. Thank you, Amanda!

med and the bodice had to be taken in as well. It required four appointment fittings, but in the end, the gown was sheer perfection‼️ Amanda even added horsehair to the train so it would float as I walked. She is definitely into the details. My fitting appointments were always on schedule. She and Evie worked extremely well together and knew exactly how much time to allocate for each fitting... and they were always right‼️ I also worked with Amanda on designing an evening jacket. From choosing the material that would work best, to ordering beautiful Swarovski buttons to enhance my French cut cuff, Amanda knew exactly what would look best. What I admire most about her is that she will not tell you that something looks good if it doesn’t ..... You have to respect that. They say that if you love what you do, it’s not a job... Amanda is an example of that. She loves what she does, and her work speaks for itself. She is truly a professional and it was such a pleasure to work with her. -Linda

amazing to work with!

the time to make sure every last detail was perfect. By the time she was done the dress fit like a glove and was a huge part of making my big day special. I've gone to her for all of my alterations needs ever since and there's no one I trust more!

up with ideas on placement. The final product made me feel so special on my wedding day. I was able to dance and I was very comfortable in the dress. Amanda even have me suggestions on hair accessory and bolero to match.

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emoved, and a keyhole back turned into a V. I first stopped by her shop for a consultation in late July, and my wedding was September 14th, so she did all of this in about 7 weeks. Maybe this is true of all tailors (I don't know), but the process was that she did a little bit at a time over 4 or 5 visits, that way I could try it on each time and we could be sure it was working. This approach made me feel really confident. Amanda is extremely talented and also available for evening appointments (critical for me!). I would definitely work with her again!

anda by a sales associate @ Lovely who used to work with her years ago (even though I ended up getting my dress at bhldn). I booked a consultation where the worst has happened - the dress didn't fit. I was on the verge of a meltdown, and Amanda swooped in and was very realistic and helpful with my options (read: how to make it work with spending thousand of dollars extra). After that she checked in to make sure I'm doing ok, was very accommodating in follow-up appointments, and made me feel like a normal human, with legitimate concerns, and offered true, affordable, solutions. My gown ended up looking stunning, comfortable, and felt like *me*. Amanda is a master in her craft, hands down. But for me, what made it even better is that I always felt like I'm talking to a person, not just a "vendor". Will definitely recommend her to any future bride, and can't wait to have more alterations so I can work with her again!

y had about 3 weeks before the wedding for her to complete major alterations, and she got everything done. Will be recommending her to everyone I know!

with a sort of unusual structure, along with a (very) large skirt with mountains of crinoline and a long train. I'm not sure if a single part of it was straightforward for her, lol. I am also very petite, so taking in the bodice required altering all the beading; somehow she managed to maintain (and in some parts actually improve) the beading pattern. The bodice fit me like a GLOVE. She also altered some of the detailing in the back to make it even more gorgeous than it already was, and suggested we change the original sleeves to cap-sleeves, which really modernized the shape and made it look quite elegant. She was meticulous about the bead color, shape, placement, everything. I am also short (5'2"), so the skirt needed to be cleverly re-done so I could walk comfortably while retaining its dramatic cinderella-ball-gown shape. Amanda pulled it off flawlessly. It was a dream. The train and skirt remained dramatic, and I was able to walk with no issues. The bodice really made me feel like a princess. The second dress was a form-fitting, floor-length, art-deco style Halston dress that again needed to be re-done precisely in order to retain the exterior pattern. And once again, she executed this absolutely perfectly. I didn't even know my body could look that good!!! I felt like a 1970s goddess reborn in the modern age. I truly do not have a single, even minuscule critique of either dress. They were everything I could have hoped for. She has an excellent eye that is trained to maximize both comfort and glamour. I know next to nothing about dress-making, alterations, etc., so I deferred almost entirely to her expertise, and I am SO glad I did. I felt so beautiful, and I am so grateful. And despite my dresses being complicated, she never made me feel like I was asking too much of her. If your experience with her is anything like mine, you will turn up at your wedding clothed in absolute perfection. THANK YOU AMANDA!!!! SO MUCH!!

tions I wanted and she got right to work. She was very professional and helpful. Would definitely use her again. My dress fit very well and I was very pleased with the results. She communicated well and we decided together which alterations to do. I even got compliments on how well the dress fit me.

2 months before my wedding and my dress being way too big, I called Amanda. Her calm and "everything will be ok" attitude really relieved my stress. She is also a realist about what can and can't be done. We worked up until the day I was to board a plane. She was willing to drop everything to make sure my dress was as perfect as it could be. I think she opened the bust seam like 5 times on the final day before I left! Thank you so much Amanda for your dedication. The dress turned out amazing.

en look no further. I am thrilled with how my dress came out. My dress and jacket were over 4 sizes too big, and my wedding dress had lots of detail between the lace, train, bustle, etc. Over the last 7 weeks I watched this absolute GOD SEND transform the dress into the dress of my dreams. It actually turned out to be even better then I ever could have imagined, and fits me like a glove! She works with your schedule, and is easy to get in touch with if you need her. Truth be told I am going to miss seeing her on a weekly basis, but plan on using her for any and all alterations I need in the future! If you would like ONE part of your wedding planning process to be easy and stress free then hire her as your tailor, you will be thankful that you did!!

urn out; however I could not have been happier! Amanda made it even more gorgeous which is almost unimaginable! She has such precision with her work you couldn’t even tell where she did what, it was invisible but the difference was there and great! Was so happy I got connected to her for my wedding dress alterations! Her prices are also more than fair. Now one year later she is taking my dress apart and making a separate top and skirt, saw it yesterday and couldn’t be more psyched for these new items I will get to wear again for anniversaries etc! Highly recommend!!!!

ded) and I went to a total of 3 fittings over a few months. The dress fit me PERFECTLY for my wedding day. She made the process easy and did an amazing job!

pt with communication and flexible about setting up appointments. They were also super accommodating when an uncooperative Subway made me a little late for my first appointment. Would recommend!

bly easy to work with, and really took the time to work with my crazy schedule to make sure any extra fittings could happen! I HIGHLY recommend AMadddn... I came to her on a recommendation as well.

seamless. Amanda’s attention to detail was impeccable and she made me a custom belt that was one of a kind! She not only made the dress fit and feel the way it was meant to, she knew the dress in and out. Amanda answered any questions I had, calmed my fears, and made every detail (like the bustle) magical. They are truly pros in this business and I am so grateful to have had them as part of my journey.