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L'Mode Bridal: About Us

Expert Bridal and Wedding Alterations in Orange County

Dorie has dedicated her years of experience in bridal alterations to perfecting the wedding dresses of thousands of brides from around the world. She knows that each bride desires a custom, unique look, and she meticulously perfects the fit of every dress and gown.

We specialize in custom couture alterations of bridal gowns, applying Dorie’s profound knowledge of visual art and garment science to achieve flawless results. Our services are renowned for delivering elegant, slimming, slenderizing, sex-appealing, comfy, perky, and flattering outcomes.

Our reputation for excellence means brides have traveled from as far as San Francisco, Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, San Diego, and even New York City to experience Dorie’s unmatched skill.

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Our Philosophy: It's All About You

At L’Mode Bridal, your comfort, confidence, and vision are at the heart of everything we do. Dorie and her team are dedicated to providing a wide range of services to upgrade the elegance, comfiness, and flattery of your dress, including restyling, restructuring, sculpting, refashioning, revamping, and remodeling. We believe your alteration experience should be as joyful and stress-free as your wedding day itself.

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L'Mode Bridal Philosophy It's All About You

Our Story

From International Acclaim to Your Perfect Fit

L’Mode Bridal was founded by Dorie Kong shortly after her move from Malaysia to California, bringing with her a rich legacy in the world of dressmaking and design. Prior to establishing L’Mode Bridal, Dorie operated her own esteemed dress-making institute in Malaysia, where she passionately taught students the intricate art and science of garment creation.

Dorie’s remarkable talent extended beyond bridal wear; she was a celebrated designer of pageant gowns, consistently boosting her clients’ scores to achieve top-five placements and numerous state and national queen titles. This deep, hands-on experience in designing and customizing dresses from scratch, spanning over three decades, now forms the bedrock of L’Mode Bridal’s specialized services.

Today, Dorie Kong focuses her unparalleled expertise on couture bridal alterations, ensuring every bride looks exclusive and feels confident and beautiful on her special day.

Specializing in Your Vision: Our Expert Craft

At L’Mode Bridal, we don’t just alter gowns; we elevate them. Our specialized services are designed to achieve elegant, slimming, slenderizing, sex-appealing, comfy, perky, and flattering results. Our expertise includes:

  • Remodeling: Transforming existing designs to suit your style.
  • Reconstructing: Rebuilding gown elements for a flawless fit.
  • Refashioning: Updating classic gowns with a modern touch.
  • Revamping: Breathing new life into any dress.
  • Rejuvenating: Restoring and refreshing treasured gowns.
  • Sculpting: Precisely shaping the gown to your figure.
  • Modernizing: Updating styles for a contemporary feel.
  • Upgrading: Enhancing existing features for superior quality.
  • Editing: Fine-tuning every detail for perfection.
  • Resizing: Customizing fit to your exact measurements.
  • Refitting: Ensuring a comfortable and flawless silhouette.
Dorie Kong with her apprentice and a happy bride in her beautiful wedding dress.

Meet Dorie Kong, Alterations Specialist

Your Gown's Guardian Angel and Master Seamstress

Behind every perfectly tailored gown at L’Mode Bridal is Dorie Kong. If dresses could talk, they’d probably confess their deepest fears to her. Dorie isn’t just our founder and head seamstress; she’s the heart, soul, and slightly sarcastic wit behind everything we do here.

With more years of experience than she cares to admit (let’s just say she started with corsets that required fainting couches), Dorie is a true master of her craft. She’s got an uncanny knack for seeing the potential in every stitch, for taming the most unruly fabrics, and for making even the most stressed-out bride crack a smile. Her hands have sculpted, reconstructed, and refashioned countless gowns, turning “almost” into “absolutely breathtaking.”

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The L'Mode Bridal Gallery

See the Magic Happen: Details & Happy Brides

A picture is worth a thousand stitches! Explore our gallery to see the L’Mode difference in action, where seeing is believing. Get a glimpse of the beautiful results and meticulous artistry we achieve every day, from subtle tweaks to dramatic transformations, in our wedding dress alterations and couture dress resizing and restructuring services.

Over the years, we've had the distinct pleasure of transforming thousands of gowns and calming countless pre-wedding jitters.

400+

Wedding Dresses Altered

35+

Years of Experience

4.8

Average Online Rating

Why L'Mode Bridal is Your Alteration Soulmate

Choosing someone to handle your wedding dress is a big deal. It’s like trusting a stranger with your diary, but more sparkly. Here’s why L’Mode should be your trusted confidante:

Our Expert Team

We’re not just seamstresses; we’re artisans with decades of experience, particularly with the intricate nuances of bridal gowns. We’ve tamed taffeta, conquered crinoline, and even reasoned with rogue lace. We boast a team of professional Bridal Fitters with multiple accolades, ensuring your gown is in the most capable hands. Seriously, our empathy levels are almost as high as our stitch count.

Your Day, Our Passion

We understand that your wedding dress is more than just fabric; it’s a symbol of a monumental moment. We treat every gown with the care and respect it deserves, working tirelessly to ensure it’s absolutely perfect for your walk down the aisle. It’s personal for us, too.

Transparency You Can Trust

No hidden fees, no last-minute surprises (unless it’s a surprise compliment on your posture). We believe in clear communication and upfront pricing so you know exactly what to expect from day one.

Tailored to Your Schedule

We work with your timeline to ensure your dress is ready when you need it. We know life gets crazy, so we offer flexible appointment options to fit into your busy wedding planning schedule.

Our Blog: Stitches, Stories, and Expert Advice

Real Insights from the Bridal Alterations Pros

Dive into our blog for honest advice, behind-the-seams peeks, and valuable tips for your wedding journey. We share everything from expert guidance on choosing your perfect silhouette to essential gown care information.

Ready for Your Dress's Red Carpet Moment?

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Don’t let ill-fitting fabric steal your spotlight. Let L’Mode Bridal transform your gown into a masterpiece that fits you, and your personality, perfectly.

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Wedding dress alterations couture is a visual art and science. Dorie Kong, the founder of L’Mode Bridal beautifully brings both together to perfect the alteration work on your bridal gown.

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Phone Number

Reach Dorie at (714) 343-9844. Texting is preferred. You can expect Dorie to respond to your inquiry within 3 minutes to 5 hours.

Studio Location

13722 Red Hill Ave #58, Tustin, CA 92780

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