Wedding Alterations Overview

We Alter Wedding Apparel

Any provide any type of alterations needed for wedding apparel. We provide anyone in your wedding party (bride, bridesmaids, groom, groomsmen, flower girls, ring bear, mother/father) needing alterations to their formal wear. We work with your schedule to make sure you are dressed for that special day. Our goal is not just your appearance, but that you are also comfortable!

*WEDDING DRESSES*
*BRIDESMAID DRESSES*
*MOTHER OF BRIDE*
*FLOWER GIRL*
*TUXEDOS*

Our services encompass the following:

• Formal Wear Alterations
• Custom Tailoring Services
• Gown Cleaning & Preservation
• Formal Dress Cleaning
• Memory Boxes
• Accessories for Groom

Wedding Gown Alterations

Appointments are not required; however for bridal parties larger than (3) can call ahead to schedule an appointment with one of our in house tailors to insure all their needs are met.

What to Bring to your fitting:

• Dress – all parts. Although it is common to have your dress a single piece, there are occasions when there are multiply pieces (train, bustle, shawl, veil, etc…).
• Shoes – this will establish the exact height and make sure the finished hem will be at desired height.
• Under garments which will be worn with your dress. As the shoes are important to the finished hem, so are the undergarments to the overall perfect fit. There could be a difference of up to 2 inches in the hemline or waist when foundation garments are worn.
• Make sure that you don’t have makeup on for your fitting as you would like to keep your gown clean and stain free as possible.

Who to bring to your fitting:

The bride can easily be overwhelmed with a crowd discussing the appearance of her gown at her fitting. The entire purpose of the fitting (alterations) is to transition a gown into your personal bridal gown. For this reason less is more. A bride should plan to bring her mother, and or a trusted relative as an extra set of eyes. The bustle and train will need to be adjusted by the maid of honor…so she would be another good person to have on hand to understand how your gown works.

Common wedding gown alterations:

• Length – Regardless how many layers your gown has, making sure the length is correct so that you will not trip when making your grand entrance.
• Waist – To be a princess for the day requires that your gown is form fitted. This gown should extenuate your figure.
• Straps – Verifying that your gown rest properly on your shoulders and is positioned right. Necessary adjustments will be made to provide the desired “V” line.
• Train – Tailoring your train to your desired length. Some brides prefer detachable trains. This allows them to have the elegant appearance during the ceremony and the freedom of movement during the reception.
• Bustle – In order to create a cleaner hemline, a bustle will make dancing and walking easier. The purpose is to elevate the elegant train off the floor. Despite the fact that many bridal gowns have bustles, most gowns don’t come with bustles. This is a feature that needs to be addressed during your fitting as each bride is different heights and the bustle needs to be tailored to your specific height.

Tips when purchasing your wedding gown:

As each bride is unique, so is each gown. Don’t expect to find the perfect dress that will not need any alterations. Just as the perfect pair of jeans needs some type of alterations, your wedding gown which is much more of a prize possession will definitely require some type alterations.

It is always better to take in seams then to let out or have to add material if the gown is too small.

It is not recommended to purchase a gown that is one size larger than your own. From an alteration perspective, the gown can in most cases be altered. However, a larger gown is cut proportionally larger in all aspects. So, if you only take in the waist, the rest of the garment will not be a perfect fit. To the contrary, there are gowns that are manufactured to span a wider range of sizes. For instance, dresses that have zippers are made for a particular size where corset ties can span multiply sizes.

It is best to find a gown that is close to your size.

When should you schedule your fitting?

There is not a straight forward answer…it depends.

We generally recommend that as soon as you get your gown; bring it in for an initial fitting. This would establish what areas of the gown will need to altered and if there is anything special you would like done to personalize your gown. The tailors at Kyrou Tailoring will discuss your
concerns as well as provide their expert opinion and recommendations.

Weddings are a joyous occasion, however, can be a stressful time in your life. It’s not every day you get married. Stress has a way of fluctuating your weight. We recommend brides have their wedding gown brought in for a fitting (2) weeks minimum (but not greater than 4 weeks). This will insure that there is adequate time to make necessary alterations and the fit will be perfect.

If there are major modifications needed on your gown (other than general hemming, straps, and waist) please bring it in for a fitting to discuss with one of our tailors. All brides’ maids can have their dress fittings all at the same time, or at their convenience.

Bridesmaid’s tips

Check with the bride on the desired length. All bridesmaids should have dress hems the same length from the floor or in respect to distance from the knee.

Advantages of getting your entire wedding party alterations at same place (Kyrou Tailoring)
Insures quality and cost savings (ask us about bridal party discounts).

Uniformity with hem lengths as well as style of finished hem for Bridesmaids
Guaranties all garments will be perfect fit and ready for engagement/ceremony.

Gown Cleaning & Preservation Process

DRESS OF YOUR DREAMS - GOWN PRESERVATION

DRESS OF YOUR DREAMS!
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Congratulations…you finally found it! Since you were a little girl you dreamt about that perfect dress and now it is yours. Layers after layers of exquisite fabric in a sophisticated style flatters your figure – it is everything you ever imagined and more. Your heart, time, and money have been invested in your wedding dress and you would like to cherish this moment forever by having your gown last a lifetime.

Several Options to Choose
You have the ability to personalize your gown preservation with the addition of other items which may have significant meaning to you. Below you will find a list of commonly requested preservation packages.

* Gown - Cleaned and Preserved - Gown only
* Veil Packaged with Gown
* Detachable Train - Cleaned, Preserved & Packaged with Gown
* Detachable Train - Cleaned and Preserved - Boxed separately
* Slip Packaged with Gown
* Gloves Packaged with Gown
*Garter Packaged with Gown
*Handkerchief Packaged with Gown
*Moneybag Packaged with Gown
*Ring Bearer Pillow Packaged with Gown
* Shoes Packaged with Gown
* Shawl

Stop in or call us to discuss further.

PRESERVATION TECHNIQUE

Our MuseumStyle™ storage boxes feature state of the art moisture and oxygen control technology.

Acid-Free Packaging
Interior surfaces and packing tissue are made of acid-free materials, ensuring the color-fastness of your treasured keepsake.

Moisture & Oxygen Control
Oxygen is purged from the sealed storage environment and replaced with an inert gas, reducing the discoloring effects of oxidation.

Additional oxygen and moisture controlling agents are sealed with your keepsake to protect it from mold
and mildew.

Sealed Storage Environment
Your keepsake is encased in a sealed storage environment which allows for easy viewing at any time. The heirloom storage environment protects your keepsake from airborne contaminants, insect damage, UV damage, and controls unnecessary moisture.

Lifetime warrantee certificate is presented with each garment!

A treasure this close to your heard should be handled by experts in dress preservation who will protect it properly so that a bride who wears it in the future (your sister, niece, daughter, granddaughter) will look just as beautiful in it as you did.

Cleaning & Preservation Process

DETAIL PRESERVATIONS & CLEANING PROCESS - ANALYSIS

EXPERT ANALYSIS

Just as every bride is unique and special, so is the fabric each dress is made from. For that reason our work begins with a complete inspection of the gown. The gown fabric, dye, weaves, and ornaments including their composition are all analyzed. From our detailed examination, we are able to determine which cleaning method and preservation techniques are best for your particular gown. This ultimately insures that fabrics will retain their shape and will not discolor. The embellishments (beads, sequins, and other trimmings) will remain attached after the cleaning process.

SPECIAL TREATMENT

Depending on what has come in contact with your gown will determine how it needs to be treated. Stains and spills that are not visible with the naked eye will be identified with our in depth testing techniques. Perspiration, makeup, wedding cake and even champagne all have different affects on fabric. Those stains are identified and treated prior to cleaning. If left untreated, brown spots from oxidation over time (months or even years later) could appears from those sugar stains (like those caused by champagne) and chloride salts (perspiration)…end result would be irreversible fabric deterioration. Our process eliminates those stains while protecting fibers of your gown.

It is important that you understand care labels as they often can be misleading or incorrect. Linings and some dress fabrics are known to shrink in water based solutions. Sequins that are composed of a gelatin base will even dissolve if immersed in water. Most natural fibers can be dry cleaned as an appropriate method for cleaning. However, some finishes and dyes can dissolve in standard solvents. Discoloration of buttons and beads made of certain plastics can be the cause of exposure to dry-cleaning solutions. It is due to our extensive knowledge of these delicate garments, that we are able to identify composition, determine specific treatment all with eliminating the risk of any damage during the cleaning process.

THE RIGHT SUPPORT

You care enough to clean and preserve your gown that you want it to last a life time. Packaging of your gown is key to longevity. After cleaning and preservations, finest archival materials available are used to support and protect your gown. Care is taken during the folding process eliminating excessive creasing to further protect the integrity of your garment. The gown is finally adjusted/supported with a form to hold shape and provide an exquisite look through the viewing window.

Oxygen is purged from the sealed storage environment and replaced with an inert gas, reducing the discoloring effects of oxidation. Additional oxygen and moisture controlling agents are sealed with your keepsake to protect it from mold and mildew. Your keepsake is encased in a sealed storage environment which allows for easy viewing at any time. The heirloom storage environment protects your keepsake from airborne contaminants, insect damage, UV damage, and controls unnecessary moisture. Finally, there is an outer chest which is used for additional support and protection during storage.

Our highly respected preservation techniques ensure that your gown will always remain the dress of not only your dreams, but also the dreams of those that it will be passed down to.

Memory Boxes

MEMORY BOX CLEANING & PRESERVATION

Any special memory! Whether you want them cleaned and preserved, or preserved only for items that cannot be cleaned, our beautiful memory box is the perfect environment for your cherished items. The items will be artistically displayed and carefully secured for viewing through the window.

• Children's Gown/Outfit
• Flower girl dresses
• Collectibles
• Military uniforms

The MuseumStyle™ Storage Box encases your treasured keepsakes in an environment that preserves it, along with your memories, for generations to come.

Our MuseumStyle™ storage boxes feature state of the art moisture and oxygen control technology.

Acid-Free Packaging
Interior surfaces and packing tissue are made of acid-free materials, ensuring the color-fastness of your treasured keepsake.

Moisture & Oxygen Control
Oxygen is purged from the sealed storage environment and replaced with an inert gas, reducing the discoloring effects of oxidation.
Additional oxygen and moisture controlling agents are sealed with your keepsake to protect it from mold and mildew.

Sealed Storage Environment
Your keepsake is encased in a sealed storage environment which allows for easy viewing at any time. The heirloom storage environment protects your keepsake from airborne contaminants, insect damage, UV damage, and controls unnecessary moisture.

Lifetime warrantee certificate is presented with each garment!
Tuxedo Alterations

GROOM & GROOMSMEN ATTIRE

Custom Tailored Specialties Kyrou Tailoring offers a unique alternative to the normal (expected) tuxedo rental.

The groom may choose a custom made tuxedo or a custom made distinguished suit for his special day.

Formal Affair
A tuxedo is by far the fashion mainstay of the sophisticated man. It is a timeless classic that never fails to make a grand entrance.

The Basic Black
There is a growing trend in men shifting from the traditional tuxedo to a nicely tailored black suit. A custom made suit will last years and be a great investment and addition to his wardrobe.

All wedding parties (groomsmen) of (5) or more opting to have either a custom tuxedo or suit made will receive complementary form fitted shirt, tie, and pocket squares to complete their ensemble.

Tuxedo Shirts

Men’s & Women’s

At Kyrou Tailoring, we offer alternatives to the standard sizes that you are limited to at some department stores. When having a custom made shirt is out of your price range, but standard sizes at local department’s stores don’t fit, our Form Fitted Shirts are the perfect option. Sizes range from XS thru 6XL. Our Form Fitted Shirt line is available in both men’s, women’s, and boy’s dress and tuxedo shirts. We only offer the finest materials with several options to select from that allows for personalization. Selections such as formal tuxedo or dress shirt are available. You may select the collar type, cuff style, pockets, fabric, color, etc…

“Finest Fabrics & Accessories Available”

Microfiber-Ultra
Cotton
Poly Blends
Options to choose cover the following:
Pleated Front (1/8" or 1/4" or 1/2")
Banded Collar
Convertible Stud Front
Winged Collar
Barrel cuffs

Lay down Collar

Several different colors to choose from