SEAMS 5.0 out of 5.0 5.0/5.0
Custom Couture Gowns and Accessories
152R Main Street , Wenham, MA 01984
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978-473-3398
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Business Info
Services: Dress & Attire
Established: 2006
Employees: 2
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Associations (1)

Boston Weddings

 
About

Harper of SEAMS is a classically trained Draper as well as Designer with over 25 years experience in Custom Couture for Film, TV, Broadway, and A-List Private Clients and her years of expertise are at your service.

SEAMS Services include Custom Design & Construction, Major Alterations on gowns both Modern and Antique, Corsetmaking, Beading, Feather-work, Swarovski Pave, Custom Headpieces Veils and Accessories.  
Eco-Chic Brides have no fear, SEAMS is totally here for you!   
Our Shop has a limited line of Couture Bridal Gowns and Dresses, Bridal Accessories ready for sale, all of which can be custom ordered in any color or fabric of your choice! 
SEAMS has a New Line of 100% Silk Wrap Bridesmaid Dresses and Accessories exclusively at Flair Bridesmaids of Boston and San Francisco: www.flairbridesmaid.com, also in our showroom to order in 118 Colors for under $300.
We offer FREE ALTERATIONS on Dresses purchased at Seams.

Harper used to sew for Martha Stewart Living Magazine among other clients during her years in New York City...

Consultations are By Appointment Only: 978 473-3398. 

Carbon Neutral Gown Cleaning and Preservation Service is now available thorugh SEAMS.  Call for Details.

Winter Brides looking for a formal white coat or cape?  Buying something you’ll never wear again is out of your budget?  Rent it from SEAMS!  Fees are $150. per week, and it includes the Dry Cleaning.  Contact us for availability. 

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Promotions
Free First Alteration!  
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At Seams, the First Alteration is always FREE for any Off The Rack Gown or Dress for sale in our shop! (more)

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Free Access to the SEAMS Inspiration Library  
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Now Open to the Public during our normal business hours, the SEAMS Inspiration Library is stocked with 100s of Weddin... (more)

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Events
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Art & Gems  
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Thinking of having your Rings Custom Made? Come to the Art & Gems Event to meet 4 incredible Fine Jewelers: Alexand... (more)

SEAMS
152R Main Street
Route 1A
Wenham, MA 01984


FEB
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Bridal Show
1:00 PM-5:00 PM
Elegantly Green Wedding Showcase  
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Join us for Boston's First Green Wedding Show! PureEnV Events and SEAMS are gathering New England's finest Green Ven... (more)

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Endorsements
I photographed a wedding where Harper created the couture and the brides had a blast! I've never seen a girl have as much fun with and in her wedding dress as this bride. But the best endorsement I can give to Harper is I've asked her to make my wedding dress, and there's no better endorsement than that.
Harper's designs are not only beautiful and custom made for you she also can create a dress made from renewable materials like cotton or hemp. Her commitment to the planet and beautiful designs have made her one of the preferred vendors in my green wedding consulting business.

Frequently Asked Questions for Dress & Attire
Who do you provide services for?
Bride, Bridesmaids, Father of the Bride, Father of the Groom, Flower Girls, Groom, Groomsmen, Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, Ring Bearers
 
What accessories do you provide?
Garters, Hair Accessories, Jewelry, Undergarments, Veils
 
Does a client need to schedule an appointment? How do the client appointments work?
Yes, all Consultations and Fittings are By Appointment Only! The first hour of the Consultation is always Free. You do not however, need an appointment to come to the Shop or to do your research in our Inspiration Lounge Library! Open Tuesday thru Saturday 11am to 6pm.
 
What wedding dress brands do you carry at your boutique?
We do not sell factory-made 'Lines', this is a Couture Designer House and Showroom. We have an exclusive selection of Couture Formalwear for sale, and a limited group of 'finish to order' dresses. Any of these items can be Custom Ordered in a color or fabric of your choice, matching Accessories too!
 
What is the typical turn-around time for a dress?
Custom Made Wedding Gowns can take from 12 to 4 months to complete depending on complexity and scheduling. There are Rush Fees added to gowns custom ordered within 8 weeks of the due date!
 
Do you carry new or once worn gowns?
All gowns are Brand New or newly Upcycled.
 
Do you provide any guarantees/warrantees of any kind?
We have a Custom Design Contract that protects both of us.
 
Do you have a seamstress onsite?
YES! And she's been sewing for over 40 years!
 
In addition to wedding dresses, what other products do you sell?
We make Custom Bridesmaids Dresses, Mom's Gowns, Headpieces and Veils, Purses, Gloves, etc. Jewelry and Accessories available in the shop as well. SEAMS makes Men's Custom Neckties and Vests also! We sell jewelry and can refer several custom jewelers for other pieces.

Additional Questions and Answers

SEAMS is a European Style Couture House.  We will take you from sketches to muslin to final finishing of the gown of your dreams.  Not finding what you have in mind in a store?  Then it’s a perfect time to consider having it custom made.  Professionally fit, and all the details you want instead of compromising on what’s available.  We also make Mom’s Gowns, Bridesmaids, Flower Girls, Men’s Ties and Vests, and Doggie Attendant gear! 
SEAMS also sells dressing emergency products like Hollywood Fashion Tape, Bubbles Shapers (better than Spanx!), and all the other little Movie Wardrobe Department secrets that Harper has collected from her decades of working with A List Celebrities in Film, Television, and Broadway!  :)

SEAMS Welcomes All Religious Denominations and All Gender Oriented Wedding Commisions!

WE WILL do Alterations on Dresses and Gowns bought elsewhere!  In fact we're right next door to Over The Rainbow Designer Consignment which has an amazing selection of Second Hand and Never Worn Designer Wedding Gowns.  Call Jackie for an Appointment at 978 468-7060.
We can also completely remake your family heirloom gowns and headpieces, including Antiques. 
Keep in mind that Alterations can sometimes take as much work and time as making something from scratch, so don’t leave it until the last minute!   Harper’s many years of working with A-List of Show Business Celebrities insures you her expertise and discretion.
Basic Dress Alterations begin at $50. and complex Bride’s alterations begin at $300.

SEAMS has a Clearance Sale page on www.etsy.com! 
Read our Reviews on Wedding Wire, Wedding Bee, Off Beat Bride, Yelp, and other wedding websites and blogs.


Tips and Advice

Some Vendors who sew for weddings will try and discourage you from buying second hand or on the internet.  SEAMS loves a challenge of remaking and reconstructing your eBay find, Grandmother’s Heirloom Gown, copying your favorite from a Movie or photo, or your find from the Filene’s Running of the Brides, etc.  Eco-Friendly Brides are some of our favorites! 
Check out some of our Brides on our website:
www.seamstheshop.com.

All Wedding Magazines have a Timeline Guide for a reason:  Please remember to ORDER YOUR GOWN as soon as you officially book your Venue!  Most Wedding Gowns take at least 3 to 5 Fittings and can take several months to make from scratch.  Remember that for us during the busy season, just keeping track of all the Brides on our Calendar is an enormous job!  From March to November we add Rush Fees to gowns ordered 10 weeks or less before the Wedding date.     The Bride comes First!    Then take care of everyone else in your Wedding Party.