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CUSTOM MADE

Designing one-of-a-kind bespoke gowns fuels my creativity and lets brides bring dreams to life. Each gown is a story, and I'm thrilled to have the chance to create unique pieces for our brides.

FAQs

Do you have ready-to-wear dresses?

Yes. Please view our collections HERE.

Do you have some samples of your previous work？

Yes, we are incredibly proud of our past creations! You can see some of our previous work HERE.

How many people can I bring to my appointments?

Our showroom can accommodate up to 4 guests.

What happens if my weight changes?

Fluctuations in weight is completely normal. As our dresses are custom-made, we create a dress

to fit your specific body measurements. We completely understand that bodies change over time and that is why we have our dress fitting and alterations. This ensures that we are keeping up-to-date with your body and making any changes that are necessary.

Do you cater for interstate brides?

Yes. We're experienced with interstate brides. Many of our brides come from different states, and we've streamlined the process seamlessly. We can bring parts of the experience online, like design consultations and sketch reviews. While most can be done remotely, we do recommend at least one in-person dress fitting.

What should I bring to my first appointment(ready to wear appointment)?

We'll be trying on multiple dresses so it's best to come prepared. For a seamless appointment, please wear a non-padded bra; and prepare any undergarments or shape-wear that you plan on wearing on your wedding day. This is not compulsory, but will help you focus on the visual of the dresses and get a sense of how you feel in them. If you’re not sure what undergarments you’ll be wearing on the day, no stress! You can wear your regular clothes so you can get changed easily.

How far ahead should I book in for made to order?

We recommend that you book in with us 5 to 9 months prior to your wedding. This allows us ample time to design your dress, have two fittings to ensure the dress fits you perfectly, and get the dress to you with plenty time to spare before your wedding day. If your wedding date is less than 5 months away, please contact us as soon as you can.

How long does it take for a custom wedding dress?

Creating a wedding dress from scratch takes about 8 – 18 months.That time frame includes fabric sourcing, pattern making, mock-ups, fittings, and finishing touches. However, if your wedding date

is sooner than 6 months, please get in touch with us. We might be able to sneak you in. Please note that a rush fee may apply to cover extra costs on fabric orderings, labour overtime and other aspects to make sure you get your wedding dress in time for the big day. Kindly note, we have a strict cut off time of 3 months – if your wedding date is sooner than 3 months, unfortunately we will not be able to accept your booking.

What is the price range?

Made to measure range starts from $2,900 to $7,000.

Custom wedding dresses starts from $7,000 and evening dress starts at $3,500 depending on the complexity of the design, fabric costs, and other factors. You can get a more tailored quote for your dress by getting in touch with us. The above price includes all our generous fittings which ensure that you won't have any alteration costs once you receive your dress.

Step One
STYLE CONSULTATIONS

This is where all the fun starts! In our lavish private studio, we get to chat about your dream wedding dress. Show us your inspirations, whether it’s photos on Instagram or your Pinterest boards, we want to be able to capture every detail to deliver your perfect wedding dress. Once we get to know your preferences, measurements and body silhouette, we’ll give you our thoughts and expert suggestions on how we can make your dream dress a reality. We’ll also sketch out your wedding dress ideas together to get a better visualisation of your vision.

Step Two
THE CONSULTATION EXPERIENCE

The style consultation includes a body measurement session and you will be provided a rough cost estimate based on the design details discussed in the consultation. Once you decide to move forward with your perfect wedding dress, we’ll email you a detailed estimation. For us to make a start on fabric orders and making paper patterns, a 50% deposit is required to be paid upfront.

Step Three
DRESS SKETCH REVIEW

Step Four
FABRIC SELECTION

After we’ve established the base of your dress, we can talk fabrics. I will walk you through everything we need to consider and help you narrow down the options. Details that we need to consider include the dress silhouette, your preferences,
and the body parts you’d like to accentuate or contour. Other details to consider include what’s happening on your wedding day - the season, weather and venue should also be taken into consideration. We know that there may be specific fabrics/laces that you may want to use. We’ll do our best to source those materials, but be mindful that some may take longer to source, and in some cases it may not be possible.

There are no guarantees, but in the case where cannot find your fabric, we will definitely offer you a suitable alternative.

Step Five
MOCK UP/ TOILE CONFIRMATION

The First Look
At this stage, the paper patterns are ready for you to view. This when you can get a better visual of your dress. We will either arrange for you to have a virtual confirmation; or have you come in to try on a mock up to assess the fit of the dress. Kindly let us know your preference at our initial consultation.

Changes and Alterations
Think of this step as your chance to say ‘I do’ to the dress before we start making it. At this stage, major changes are still possible. We’ll show you the final paper pattern cut and pinned on a mannequin. After this step, you’ll get a better idea of the fit and style of your wedding dress.

Laces and Embroideries
Placement We’ll send you progress images to approve the placement of the lace and to get an update on the overall
style of your wedding dress before our next fitting.

Step Six
THE FITTING

This is the appointment we’ve been building towards! You finally get to see yourself in your wedding dress, after months of crafting, drafting, and finalising. Once you have your dress on, we’ll spend the appointment making the final adjustments to the fit of your dress. Elements like the hem of the skirt,
the fit of your sleeves, the placement of any lace
or embroidery, will also be finalised during this appointment.

We offer one dress fitting with adjustments prior
to your wedding date to ensure that the dress
is in perfect shape. Any additional appointments
can be scheduled for an additional $200/appointment.

BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT:

Make sure to bring the shoes and undergarments(or something similar) that you plan on wearing on your big day.

Step Seven
IT'S TIME TO SAY I DO

Now you and your dress are ready for your big day! We’d LOVE for you to tag us in any of your wedding pictures on social media or you can send us your favourites from your wedding galleryto info@miaateliers.com.

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FAQs

Step One STYLE CONSULTATIONS

Step Two THE CONSULTATION EXPERIENCE

Step Three DRESS SKETCH REVIEW

Step Four FABRIC SELECTION

Step Five MOCK UP/ TOILE CONFIRMATION

Step Six THE FITTING

Step Seven IT'S TIME TO SAY I DO