Services

Bridal, prom, bespoke dressmaking and expert alterations. All with Lory’s personal care & attention to detail.


An ivory wedding dress with intricate silver embroidery, lace, and beadwork, completely designed and made with customer, from first concept and evolving to a stunning finished garment.
Two women are trying on thier bespoke ornate, silver satin bridesmaid dresses with intricate embroidery and lace details. First fitting and adjustment appointment.
Designing and making a hand stitched sleeve for bridesmaid dress for little girl,  a silver satin with silver embroidery being attached, Lory in her Home Atelier in Reading, working on a one off design project for a wedding

Services, Tailored to You

From bridal and prom alterations, to bespoke pieces made from scratch, Lory brings her 30 years of experience to every garment.

Whether it needs the perfect fit, careful restoration or a completely new creation, each piece is given the same personal attention and expert finish.

Bridal & Prom

From subtle adjustments to more detailed alterations, Lory works carefully with bridal and prom dresses to achieve a beautiful, comfortable fit whilst preserving the original design and detailing.


Bespoke Dressmaking

For something truly individual, Lory can create a garment from scratch around you, your ideas and the occasion. From fabric and design choices through to fittings and finishing touches, every piece is made with care and attention to detail.


Tailoring & Alterations

From shortening hems on dresses, trousers and curtains to everyday clothing repairs, alterations and restyling, no job is too simple to deserve expert attention. Lory can adjust, reshape and refine your garments and fabrics for a beautiful finish, whether it’s a straightforward alteration or something more intricate.


From First Fitting to Final Stitch

Let’s Talk & Plan

Tell Lory what you’re looking for and arrange a consultation to discuss your garment, ideas and what you’d like to achieve.

Pattern paper with markings and scissors, a measuring tape on the table, and a red and black fabric piece nearby.

Step 1

Fitting & Details

Together you’ll look at fit, style and the details that matter, making sure everything feels right before work begins.

A woman measuring and marking fabric on a table in a craft or sewing room, with scissors and fabric pieces around. Outside window shows a garden with outdoor furniture and plants.

Step 2

Final Touches

Your garment is carefully finished and perfected, ready for your final fitting and collection.

Close-up of a person's hand guiding fabric through a sewing machine, with pink painted fingernails visible.

Step 3