Frequently Asked Questions
- Do you have a catalogue of the dresses you have in your showroom for me to view?
- Do you sell dresses online? And can I hire a dress from you?
- Do you sell bridesmaids dresses?
- Do you stock accessories?
- What sizes do you have in your collection? Is it possible for me to alter a dress if it does not fit me?
- How much will my alterations cost should I need them?
- What is the price range of your dresses?
- How far in advance before my wedding do I need to find my dress — especially if it may need alterations?
- I cannot find your full address on your website. Can I pop in to view the collection or do I need to make an appointment?
- Do you have a catalogue of dresses currently in our showroom for me to view?
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We are a Vintage wedding dress company that stocks one off vintage pieces. We source our stock from all over the world.
If you are looking to make a 'vintage style' dress we are not for you, you would need to start from scratch with a dressmaker and we do not offer this service.
Our turnover and re-stocking is pretty frequent due to the original nature of our collection. Because of this we do not have a catalogue of the current dresses that are in our showroom. We do have a gallery that shows pictures of our clients in dresses that we have sold from past selections. We may have dresses in stock that are similar, so it is always worth enquiring.
To view our current selection of dresses and accessories please navigate to the Book Appointment page to request a private viewing.
- Do you sell dresses online? And can I hire a dress from you?
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SORRY WE DO NOT SELL DRESSES ONLINE. WE SELL DRESSES ONLY BY PRIVATE APPOINTMENT. We do not hire out dresses.
- Do you sell bridesmaids dresses?
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We do not currently stock bridesmaids dresses. Sometimes our less formal dresses have been bought for a bridesmaid, but we do not recommend a visit to us for this reason alone.
- Do you stock accessories?
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We hold a collection of coats, capes, veils, headpieces, bags etc. If you wish to attend an appointment purely for accessories your appointment will last half an hour only. Please contact us for advice on accessories we are currently holding, if you are looking for something specific.
- What sizes do you have in your collection? Is it possible for me to alter a dress if it does not fit me?
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At The Vintage Wedding Dress Company we try whenever possible to source a wide and varying selection of sizes for our collection. Our stock of dresses ranges from size 6 (UK) up to size 16 (UK). We do occasionally find the odd gem in sizes 18 and above so it is always worth contacting us.
It goes without saying that if you are a size 8 – 10 you will have the pick of the entire showroom as with a full alteration service we can take in and adjust most pieces that we hold. That said it is also possible in most cases to add panels and enlarge a smaller dress if you find one that you love. We will be able to advise you of the suitability of a dress for alteration during your private appointment with us.
- How much will my alterations cost should I need them?
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Our Alteration House is highly skilled and can do any alterations you may need or changes you feel you would like to make to your vintage dress. These can range from a simple length adjustment/taking a dress in, to a complete re-style of a neckline or the addition or removal of sleeves.
Fitting fees are £30.00 per hour's fitting needed. If you live in London and would like a home service this is also offered at £60.00 per hour.
We will be able to give you an estimate of the cost of altering a dress that you like during your appointment. A full estimate and pricing will be given to you at your first fitting which will take place at the Alteration House, with price options given depending on how much time and money you have available.
- What is the price range of your dresses?
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Our prices start at £1,000. We have around 50 dresses in our collection at any one time and a good selection of prices that range up to £4,000. We do hold a number of very rare and collectable dresses at £4,000+.
- How far in advance before my wedding do I need to find my dress — especially if it may need alterations?
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We normally advise that you look around before you come to see us especially if you are not getting married for a year as it enables you to make a decision should you see something you love in our showroom....our dresses never hang around for long and once they're gone, they're gone!
As we are not a traditional Bridal boutique we do not require our customers to start their dress fittings quite so far in advance. Our alteration service is available for last minute adjustments, especially if you are available to attend appointments on a weekday. Saturdays can be more booked up particularly during the early summer months. We recommend that you try to allow 6–8 weeks before your wedding for your first fitting appointment.
- I cannot find your full address on your website. Can I pop in to view the collection or do I need to make an appointment?
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Please note we are not a shop. You will need an appointment to view our collection at our private showroom. We will send you full location details once your appointment is confirmed.
We are open —
- Thursdays 5–9pm
- Fridays 9–6pm
- Saturdays 9–6pm
For more info on how our Showroom and Private Appointment Service operate please view the appointment and press pages on the website.
It is often easier to telephone to arrange an appointment that will suit you. Please contact us for further details.