Bridal Alterations 101

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Welcome to Alteration 101 — your go-to bridal alterations training course designed exclusively for bridal stylists, seamstresses, and anyone working in the bridal fashion space who wants to better understand what’s possible (and not possible!) when it comes to altering a wedding gown.

Bridal gowns are some of the most intricate, emotional, and high-stakes garments to alter — and navigating the conversation with brides around what can be done, what costs more, and what can’t be changed is key to creating a seamless (and stress-free!) experience.

At Savvy Bridal, we believe education leads to empowerment. This course will help you speak confidently about alterations, provide informed guidance to brides, and work more efficiently with alteration teams.


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Whether you’re here to better support brides, grow your boutique’s services, or become a trusted bridal alteration expert, this course is your first step to mastering the art and science of bridal gown transformations.

We’re so glad you’re here.

Course Content

Module 1: Foundational Fit & Structural Support
Can a Dress Be Altered to Support a Larger-Chested Bride?
1 Quiz
Quiz 1: Quick Knowledge Check
Can Boning Be Added Onto the Dress?
1 Quiz
Quiz 2: Quick Knowledge Check
How much does it cost to have a corset put in the back of the gown?
1 Quiz
Quiz 3: Quick Knowledge Check
Quiz 4: Quick Knowledge Check
1 Quiz
Quiz 5: Quick Knowledge Check
Worksheet 1: Real-World Practice
Module 2: Hemming, Fabric, and Construction Details
Can you let out a crepe dress?
1 Quiz
Quiz 6: Quick Knowledge Check
Can a dress with lace trim or appliques at the bottom be hemmed?
1 Quiz
Quiz 7: Quick Knowledge Check
Quiz 8: Quick Knowledge Check
What is a dart?
1 Quiz
Quiz 9: Quick Knowledge Check
Quiz 10: Quick Knowledge Check
Worksheet 2: Real-World Practice
Module 3: Necklines, Sleeves & Arm Comfort
Can the top of a bodice be altered if it’s an illusion neckline?
1 Quiz
Quiz 11: Quick Knowledge Check
Quiz 12: Quick Knowledge Check
Quiz 13: Quick Knowledge Check
Quiz 14: Quick Knowledge Check
What if the dress is too tight in the armpit area?
1 Quiz
Quiz 15: Quick Knowledge Check
Worksheet 3: Real-World Practice
Module 4: Bustles, Buttons & Decorative Enhancements
Can buttons be added onto a train?
1 Quiz
Quiz 16: Quick Knowledge Check
What is a bustle
1 Quiz
Quiz 17: Quick Knowledge Check