I had a wedding gown made to measure by a very reputable boho-style dress designer in Queensland. It featured a stretch lace bodice, which I thought would increase the likelihood of it fitting well. However, after four months in production, when it arrived in Melbourne, it did not fit me at all! It was too long and loose in the bodice, the skirt was too heavy and swamped my short frame, and it was just unflattering in every way. I was so upset! I considered starting again with a new dress, but neither time nor money were on my side. I decided to search for a talented dressmaker in order to seek advice about whether or not the dress was salveagble. I found Heather Sellick, who clearly had a strong reputation, and contacted her to see if she would be willing to at least have a look at the dress and give her opinion. She was super busy, as the spring wedding season had just begun, but wanting to help, she squeezed me in for a consultation anyway. As soon as I met her, and put the dress on, I knew she was going to be able to fix my dress. She immediately knew what all of the problems were with it and how to fix it! It was like she was reading my mind. She pinned me in, pulled things up and down, and I was able to visualise the potential outcome. I left the dress in her very capable hands, and returned for several fittings over a period of a few weeks, while she deconstructed and reconstructed the entire dress to fit and flatter my figure. I picked my dress up today, with only a few weeks until my wedding, and I could not be happier! I think I am generally a pretty fussy person when it comes to clothing, but I am absolutely in love with this dress and I cannot wait to wear it! I highly recommend Heather to anyone who has purchased a gown that they are unhappy with. She has an impeccable eye, understands exactly how to shape and structure fabrics to flatter the body, and does flawless alterations. She is also a very warm and engaging person to spend time with. In short, Heather is the best! Go with Heather! :)

Approximate cost: $750