South East Award-Winning Bridal Alterations Specialist
Chilham, near Canterbury, Kent
Wedding Seamstress of the Year
Winner 2025 · Highly Commended 2026
Luxury Bridal Alterations & Design
Designer-led. Precision fitted.
Bookings now open for 2026, 2027 & 2028
All fittings by appointment only - Free Parking
South East's award winning
bridal alterations specialist
located in Chilham Near Canterbury Kent.
South East Regional Winner 2025.
"Wedding seamstress of the year"
Online booking is open for 2026 & 2027
All fittings are by appointment only
Why Brides Choose Alexander Sharpe Bridal?
At Alexander Sharpe Bridal, we don’t just alter dresses – we redesign them to fit you perfectly.
With over 25 years in bridal fashion and a background in high-end fashion design and atelier training, Charlotte approaches every dress with a designer’s eye. Every pin, every adjustment, every decision is led by an understanding of balance, proportion and silhouette – not just fit.
This is what creates the ASB signature finish.
Every fitting is personally led by Charlotte, where your dress is carefully reshaped and refined to enhance your body, your posture and the way the dress moves. Working alongside Charlotte is Roxanne, a highly skilled seamstress who has been part of ASB for over four years. Together, they form a trusted in-studio duo, executing each detail with precision, consistency and couture-level care.
Behind the scenes, additional specialist support allows the studio to maintain this level of craftsmanship across every dress, without ever compromising on quality. From delicate lace to structured satin, no fabric, cut or design detail is too complex. Each dress is approached with the same level of technical skill and creative vision.
The Chilham studio near Canterbury, Kent - is bright, calm and designed entirely with brides in mind – a space where you can see your dress from every angle and feel completely confident throughout your fittings.
Brides often say:
“Every detail was perfect – better than I imagined”
“I felt confident and relaxed knowing my dress was in the best hands”
Fully insured and offering secure dress storage, ASB delivers a seamless, design-led bridal experience from first fitting to final collection.
OUR SERVICES
What We Offer
Expert Alterations
Hems, bustles, reshaping and restyling – executed with precision and a designer’s understanding of fit, balance and silhouette.
Bespoke Design Enhancements
From handcrafted sleeves to lace overlays, structural work and refined detailing – transforming your dress with intention.
Calm, Personal Fittings
A relaxed, one-to-one experience where you’ll be guided through how to walk, hold your bouquet, turn, and feel completely comfortable in your dress.
Award-Winning Expertise
Trusted by hundreds of brides and recommended by leading boutiques across the South East.
Why Brides Choose ASB
Fashion Design-Led Studio
Every dress is approached with a designer’s eye – not just altered, but carefully refined to enhance fit, structure and overall finish.
Award-Winning Recognition
Winner – Wedding Seamstress of the Year (South East), 2025
Highly Commended – 2026 (The Wedding Industry Awards)
Calm, Personal Experience
Known for a relaxed, professional approach that makes brides feel confident, comfortable and completely looked after.
A Flawless Finish, Every Time
Every detail matters – from the first fitting to final collection.
Private Studio with Free Parking
Appointment-only fittings in a calm, dedicated space designed entirely around you.
The Dress Journey
You’ve tried on countless dresses and finally found the one.
But sample dresses are never made for your exact shape. In the boutique, they’re clipped and pinned into place, carefully shaped to give you that perfect vision of how the dress could look.
Fast forward six to nine months – your dress arrives, you try it on… and it doesn’t feel the same.
The bust may feel loose, the hips may sit differently, the skirt may fall in a way you weren’t expecting. That “magic” you saw in the sample can feel like it’s disappeared.
This is completely normal.
Every body is unique, and measurements alone can’t capture the subtle differences in shape, posture and proportion. Standard sizing is only ever a starting point – not the finished result.
This is where we come in.
At Alexander Sharpe Bridal, your dress is not simply altered – it is carefully refined through a designer-led approach to fit. Every adjustment is considered, every line reshaped, every detail balanced to enhance your silhouette.
We recreate that original vision – and often elevate it beyond what you first imagined.
Because the magic was never in the sample.
It’s in how your dress is fitted to you.
The Dress Journey
You’ve tried on countless dresses and finally found the one. Sample dresses, by nature, are never made for your exact shape, they can be too small or too big. To give you that perfect look in the boutique, the bridal consultant often clips or pins the back, shaping it to your figure so you can see how stunning you’ll look on your wedding day.
Fast forward six to nine months: your brand-new dress arrives at the shop, and you try it on… and it doesn’t quite feel the same. The bust might feel loose, the hips may stick out, or the skirt may hang differently. That “magic” you saw in the sample? It can feel lost—but don’t worry, this is completely normal.
Every body is unique, and measurements alone can’t account for all the curves and nuances that make you you. When boutiques take your measurements, they’re using standard sizing as a guide, which means your dress may not fit perfectly right away.
This is exactly where we step in. At Alexander Sharpe Bridal, every fitting and adjustment is designed to perfect the fit, sculpt your shape, and bring back that wow-factor you first fell in love with sometimes even better than you imagined. We celebrate every curve, every angle, and every detail, making sure your dress feels effortless, flawless, and completely you.
01
Enquiry
You can reach us through the contact form on our website or via WhatsApp Business messaging – whichever you prefer. We love using WhatsApp because it allows us to leave you a quick voice note, giving a more personal and in-depth response than email. Don’t forget to include a few clear photos of your dress so we can get an idea of what’s needed before your first fitting.
02
Estimate & Advice
We’ll review your photos and details, then send you an estimated quote along with simple guidance on what to expect. If we need anything else to give an accurate estimate, we’ll let you know.
03
Booking Your Fittings
Once you’re ready to go ahead, you can easily book your own appointment through our website and choose the time and date that suits you best within the recommended timeframe (usually 8 weeks before your wedding). It’s simple, flexible, and designed to fit around you.
04
First Fitting
Bring your dress, wedding shoes, and any undergarments you plan to wear on the day. We’ll discuss the fit, pin adjustments, and talk through any design changes you’d like.
05
Second Fitting
At this appointment we check all alterations, make sure the dress feels perfect, and show you how to move confidently in it.If the fit is spot on, you can either take your dress home that day or store with us until an agreed collection appointment. If we need to refine anything, we’ll book a third fitting.
06
Final Fitting & Collection
If more alterations were needed, this becomes your third fitting and final check. If you chose to store and collect near your wedding date, this appointment will simply be your collection date – your dress will be finished, steamed, and ready to take home.
01
Enquiry
You can reach us through the contact form on our website or via WhatsApp Business messaging – whichever you prefer. We love using WhatsApp because it allows us to leave you a quick voice note, giving a more personal and in-depth response than email. Don’t forget to include a few clear photos of your dress so we can get an idea of what’s needed before your first fitting.
02
Estimate & Advice
We’ll review your photos and details, then send you an estimated quote along with simple guidance on what to expect. If we need anything else to give an accurate estimate, we’ll let you know.
03
Booking Your Fittings
Once you’re ready to go ahead, you can easily book your own appointment through our website and choose the time and date that suits you best within the recommended timeframe (usually 8 weeks before your wedding). It’s simple, flexible, and designed to fit around you.
04
First Fitting
Bring your dress, wedding shoes, and any undergarments you plan to wear on the day. We’ll discuss the fit, pin adjustments, and talk through any design changes you’d like.
05
Second Fitting
At this appointment we check all alterations, make sure the dress feels perfect, and show you how to move confidently in it.If the fit is spot on, you can either take your dress home or choose our storage and steaming service (£40). If we need to refine anything, we’ll book a third fitting.
06
Final Fitting & Collection
If more alterations were needed, this becomes your third fitting and final check. If you chose storage and steaming, this appointment will simply be your collection date – your dress will be finished, steamed, and ready to take home.
'bridal Seamstress of the year' 2025
South East
Regional Winner
highly commended' 2026
The Wedding Industry Awards
Our Brides Say…
From the first consultation to the last fitting, the experience was seamless and stress-free. The attention to detail was exceptional, and the team was supportive and friendly. On my wedding day, I felt confident and comfortable, and my dress fit perfectly.
- Rachel M.
I can’t thank them enough for the incredible job on my dress. I was nervous about the alterations, but they put me at ease immediately. They were patient, gave expert advice, and the result was a gown that fit like a dream. I felt beautiful walking down the aisle.
- Olivia H.
I had my wedding dress altered here and couldn’t be happier. From the first fitting, they made me feel comfortable and reassured. The process was smooth, professional, and they listened to exactly what I wanted. By the end, my dress fit perfectly — I felt amazing on the day.
- Emma T.
The service was fantastic. My dress needed several changes, and they took the time to understand my vision. Every detail was handled with care, and I felt fully involved. After the final fitting, my gown was exactly what I had hoped for — truly unique and perfect.
- Sarah L.
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