Debbie’s Fashion Design

I first went to Debbie’s to look for a clip and veil to put in my hair. I was looking forever for this particular fascinator and when I look on their facebook page, they had it sitting in the display case. I was so happy as the place where I had found it previously closed up shop.
When there, I booked my wedding gown alterations. Prior to going to Debbie’s, I had tried on my dress (which I ordered online) and had cried as I hated it and it was too close to the wedding to go buy another dress. My mother said not to worry and that maybe the seamstress could do something.
Well, they did something alright!!! They literally turned my tears of sadness into happiness. I still to this cannot talk about the amazing job they did without tearing up in gratitude.
Added to the fact that they did such a wonderful job on the dress, they made me feel comfortable, relaxed and beautiful. I’m a plus-​plus-​sized woman so to make me feel that way was a feat! I had gone to other bridal places and honestly felt judged and like a beluga whale. The way that I was treated at Debbie’s made those feelings evaporate.
Now it’s my turn to be a bridesmaid, I went into the shop for my dress alterations. Once again, they exceeded my expectations and made me feel amazing.
The prices were more than reasonable. For my wedding dress, I got a veil, wedding corset, a bustle put into the dress and alterations at the bust, wait and hemline. The cost was just over $ 400.00.
For the bridesmaid dress, I got the bust altered, the zip fixed, a back panel made and the waist tailored for $ 100.00
I cannot recommend Debbie’s enough. They are wonderful. I wouldn’t go anywhere in the city to get a dress altered.

I came to Debbie’s for my bridal alterations, after two friends also had theirs done here. The ladies at Debbie’s are very sweet and professional. They only take appointments but it’s very easy to book one. I managed to get my alterations done in plenty of time by the wedding with no rush, and it only took two appointments.
The first appointment was for trying on the dress and getting the initial measurements for the alterations, the second appointment was for trying on the dress after the alterations and seeing if everything was good. Sometimes they will book a third appointment if further alterations need to be done. Looking back, it may not have hurt for me to book the third appointment, as the bust was a little off during my wedding day, but no big deal. Overall the alterations turned out well, my dress was handled professionally and the ladies there make you feel like a princess.
In terms of costs, I think it’s relatively comparable to similar places. In the end it cost me just over $ 400 for hem alterations (shortening the train), bust alterations and shortening the straps. The cost will depend on how much work you need done on your dress. I think my alterations were about average, not a lot but could have been less.
They also have a great selection of bridal accessories incl. jewelry, hairpieces, veils, etc.
Thank you, Debbie’s!