Expert Alterations
Resizing, sculpting and remodeling, so a ready-made gown looks and fits as if it were made just for you.
Orange County · Tustin, CA
Bridal Alterations & Custom Fitting
A perfect fit for your special day
Over three decades of design experience
Free, no-obligation consultation ($100 in value)
Alterations for every designer gown
Services
Every gown, perfected
Custom Fitting
Your gown is fitted on you, with tips and suggestions to make it fit and look better and more flattering.
Restyling & Redesign
Refashioning and revamping your gown, from adding sleeves to redesigning a sweetheart neckline.
Detailing & Finishing
The fine finishing work, including recreating a corset lace-up back or a detachable train.
The detailed work
- Resizing
- Refashioning
- Sculpting
- Revamping
- Remodeling
- Adding sleeves
- Redesigning sweetheart necklines
- Recreating corset lace-up backs
- Recreating detachable trains
Alterations only: we no longer sell gowns or make custom dresses from scratch.
Gallery
From her atelier
01 Lace 
02 Applique 
03 Train 
04 Bodice 
05 Beaded back
Designers
Gowns we've altered
- Karoza Bridal
- Love and Lace Bridal
- Vera Wang
- Pnina Tornai
- Monique Lhuillier
- Oscar de la Renta
- Hayley Paige
- Valentino
- Pronovias
- St. Patrick
- Eve of Milady
- Anne Barge
- Stella York
- Eddy K.
Timeline
When to bring your gown
Bring your gown 8 to 14 weeks ahead of your wedding date. Timing depends on how detailed the gown is, and some gowns require extra time. Short notice (less than 35 days before the wedding) is negotiable, and occasionally emergency last-minute requests can be too. Rush fees apply.
- Free consultation
- Fittings
- Your perfect fit
FAQ
Questions & Answers
How soon should I start my wedding gown alterations?
It depends on how detailed the gown is; some gowns require extra time. We recommend 8 to 14 weeks ahead of your wedding date. Short notice of less than 35 days is negotiable, and occasionally emergency last-minute requests can be negotiated as well. Rush fees apply.
What if my weight changes?
We can adjust the size at no cost if your weight fluctuates, unless it involves new items.
What should I bring to my first fitting?
Bring your heels, undergarments and shapewear. We also carry sewn-in push-up bra cups: comfy, perky and convenient for dancing without worrying they may drop.
How many fittings will I need?
Whatever it takes. In our three decades of handling complex, challenging wedding gown alterations, most gowns we alter fit perfectly after one fitting.
What is the free initial digital evaluation?
Text photos to 714-343-9844 showing the front and back of your gown, head to hem, including the full length of the train. Please include your full name, wedding date, cell phone and a message.
About
Meet Dorie
Dorie Kong is an award-winning fashion designer with over three decades of experience designing and customizing dresses. Today she focuses only on bridal alterations, from her woman-owned studio in Tustin.
Brides have traveled to see her from San Francisco, Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica and San Diego, and as far as New York City.
with love
Reviews
In her brides' words
“Dorie is a miracle worker. She saved my wedding gown. … She listened and paid attention to details and the value was priceless.”
“A life saver! A week before my wedding another seamstress did a horrible job adding a corset. I got some no's but Dorie took up the challenge and honestly saved my wedding dress.”
“Dorie really was able to execute my vision perfectly. … She works tirelessly and I look up to her work ethic!”
Read reviews from our brides on Yelp, The Knot and WeddingWire
Consultation
Book a free consultation
Dorie will respond within 2 minutes to 5 hours, at her earliest convenience.
Text 24/7, best from 6 pm to 1 am.
Quotes are given in person at your free consultation.
Free initial digital evaluation
Text photos to 714-343-9844 showing the front and back of your gown, head to hem, including the full length of the train. Please include your full name, wedding date, cell phone and a message.
Text photosContact
Find the studio
13722 Red Hill Ave #58Tustin, CA 92780
Orange County
By appointment only
- 714-343-9844
- Text to schedule a free initial bridal consultation
- Alteration inquiries and short-notice requests