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Discover the enchanting world of The Modiste, a brand that offers a captivating solution for repurposing your cherished wedding dress or its beautiful fabric. With their innovative approach, The Modiste transforms your beloved wedding gown into a luxurious silk robe and other exquisite items. Extend the joy of your wedding day and continue to revel in the sentimental value of your dress for years to come. The Modiste offers a unique and fascinating way to breathe new life into your wedding attire, creating a lasting legacy that intertwines sustainability and style.

The creation of a wedding dress involves an immense amount of love and care. The Modiste has ingeniously found a solution to preserve the sentiment and memories attached to the dress, but in a sustainable and wearable way. By using a small section from your original wedding dress they craft something exquisite that can be worn and cherished every day. I deeply admire brands like The Modiste that think beyond conventional norms and come up with innovative ideas, merging sustainability with luxury and handcrafted artistry. Supporting such forward-thinking brands not only honors the beauty of the past but also contributes to a more conscious and harmonious fashion future.

Will this ruin my dress?

Rest assured that the process of repurposing your dress with The Modiste does not ruin the original garment in any way. Their team of highly skilled seamstresses possesses the expertise to delicately extract a section of the dress without leaving a trace, ensuring its sentimental value remains intact. This means you can opt to sell the dress or preserve it for future generations, keeping its memories alive. Alternatively, if you no longer have your dress or prefer not to use it, The Modiste offers an equally remarkable solution. Their well-equipped workshop is brimming with an array of fabrics, allowing them to perfectly emulate the texture and feel of your gown, so you can still have a new piece imbued with the essence of your cherished wedding dress.

How does it work?

The first step is to book a call with the team of experts who will guide you through the options for repurposing your dress. They will listen to your preferences and ideas, ensuring the final piece aligns perfectly with your vision. Once the design is agreed upon, you can choose to send your original dress to be transformed, or they can source a similar fabric to create the new piece. The whole process usually takes around 3 weeks, during which they work their magic. Finally, you’ll receive your beautifully repurposed dress, elegantly packaged in a stunning gift box, ready to be cherished and worn anew.

What does it cost?

For a Christening/newborn gown, slip, robe or miniature, the average price is between £200 and £500, however prices can vary depending on design. This concept is perfect for brides, whether they’re newlyweds or celebrating a milestone anniversary.

Brides can contact The Modiste to send a nudge to their partner – or partners can get in touch to arrange a consultation or modification on behalf of their bride. It would also make the most thoughtful keepsake for parents, grandparents, sisters, friends and children.

Embarking on this journey with The Modiste has been an absolute delight from start to finish. Their unwavering attention to detail, right from the initial discussions to the final product, truly showcases their passion and dedication for their craft. The thoughtful touches, like the handwritten notes and impeccable packaging, have made the experience even more special, underscoring their genuine care for each customer. Wearing my repurposed gown fills me with a sense of enchantment, and I can’t help but gush over the adorable mini-me wedding dress they created, a delightful conversation starter. Recommending this extraordinary company comes naturally to me, especially knowing that they are a small team based right here in England. Supporting The Modiste has been not only a joy but also an investment in sustainable and innovative fashion, making it truly worthwhile.

Get in touch

Head to @themodisteuk @themodistemodify on social media or www.themodiste.co.uk to find out more or book a consultation.