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Altered for the Altar is a professional garment-alteration company that specializes in wedding gowns and formal dresses. This company has more than 35 years of experience and is run by a mother-daughter duo, Ruth and Rylee Calvert, who treat each customer as if they were part of their family. Altered for the Altar has a 5,000-square-foot facility with an in-house sewing room so you can be confident that your gown will be safe and in good hands. They are open six days a week and have a flexible schedule so your needs can be accommodated.

Services Offered

Altered for the Altar offers in-house alterations for wedding gowns as well as dresses for bridesmaids, flower girls, and mothers of the happy couple. Their alterations typically take between two and three months, during which time you will be do an average of three fittings so everything will be just right. Along with alterations, they also provide dress customizations so that you’ll have a perfect fit and a perfect look. Their services are by appointment only, so you’ll get the individualized attention you deserve.

Other Services

Ruth and Rylee and their talented team also offer vintage restoration and gown re-presses, as well as spot-cleaning services and preservation. Custom veils and bridal belts are also available, if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

What are your price ranges for full-priced wedding gowns?

Under $500
$500 - $999

How do you price dress alterations?

By Piece

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only
Full Customization
Preservation

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Garters
Jewelry
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

Less than 6 months

What is your return policy?

Final Sales

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Altered for the Altar provides attentive, skilled wedding dress alterations that result in a perfect fit. Reviewers praise the friendly, patient staff and personalized, seamless process. Alterations are done with care and precision, boosting confidence on the wedding day. Highly recommended.

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Altered for the Altar provides attentive, skilled wedding dress alterations that result in a perfect fit. Reviewers praise the friendly, patient staff and personalized, seamless process. Alterations are done with care and precision, boosting confidence on the wedding day. Highly recommended.

Gretta
Gretta Sent on 12/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing to work with!!

Working with Altered For The Altar was absolutely amazing! They did a fantastic job on my wedding dress and made sure it fit perfectly. The staff were so kind and helpful, and they made me feel truly beautiful on my wedding day. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for wedding dress alterations!
Abigail
Abigail Sent on 08/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend For Alterations!

I had such a wonderful experience with Altered for the Altar! From start to finish, the process was seamless and completely personalized. The team made me feel so comfortable, and my seamstress truly listened to every detail of my customization requests and vision for the dress.

She didn’t just alter my gown—she brought my dream look to life. Every adjustment was done with such care and precision, and the final result was absolutely perfect. I felt confident, beautiful, and completely myself on my wedding day, and I have Altered for the Altar to thank for that.

If you’re looking for a team that combines incredible skill with genuine attentiveness, I can’t recommend them highly enough!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 07/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great Service and Quality

Altered for the Altar did a wonderful job on my wedding dress! They were recommended by my bridal shop. They listened to my concerns and were very patient when I made a decision on the type of bustle. Everyone was so friendly and made me feel so confident in my dress. Definitely recommend!
T
Taylor Sent on 05/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Dress Alterations

Altered for the Altar did a phenomenal job completing my wedding dress alterations! They were always professional, responsive and friendly, and truly listened to what I wanted! I would highly recommend using them for all of your alteration needs!
Calee
Calee Sent on 05/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Felt like a princess

I absolutely loved my dress. But I wanted long lace custom sleeves, a bustle and hemming of several complicated layers of horse hair material. They did this flawlessly. I had 4 alterations appointments with them, as they triple checked what I wanted throughout the entire process. They added a gusset so I could have my long lace sleeves but also had the freedom of movement I needed to dance and raise my arms with no tension (a longstanding issue as a girl with bigger arms). They also celebrated me in each appointment, offering consistent excitement to keep me going. I felt like a princess and would recommend 100%.
Marley
Marley Sent on 01/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Couture Wedding Dress Alterations

A great experience. I needed to find someone I could really trust! The shop was super cute with wonderful customer service. They did a fantastic job, listened to my feedback/concerns, and the dress fit like a glove!
K
Kareya Sent on 01/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional service! :)

The team here was so easy to work with. Even when I wasn’t completely satisfied with my dress, their team was hands on! Ruth was there from start to finish to ensure everything was perfect. She made recommendations and helped me feel absolutely comfortable before sending me off with my dress. 1000% recommend their team for any alterations and modifications — the price is worth their expertise, creativity and thoughtfulness.
Jordanne
Jordanne Sent on 01/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Complete Lifesavers

I originally purchase my dress from a boutique in Tulsa, OK, and had taken my dress to their local recommended tailor. After ordering the size the boutique recommended, I took it to the tailor and after 30 minutes of struggling, we were unable to get the dress to fit. I left the appointment in tears, and decided, on the recommendation of two friends who had used AFTA, to take my dress here instead (I live in Rockwall, TX, so this was more convenient as well). During my first appointment they were able to zip the dress up (though it was a bit tight) and quelled any anxiety I had about not being able to wear my dress for my wedding day. They saw how worried I was about my dress situation, and were nothing but supportive and kind. I left the appointment feeling worlds better than I did coming in. They were able to fit the dress to me perfectly, I would recommend them to all brides!
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 11/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Afta is the best

AFTA was incredible. Having your dress during a pandemic certainly isn't easy. AFTA made me feel safe while I was in their shop for my fittings and they did a wonderful job on my gown. My hips are larger than my bust, so my gown needed to be taken in up top and they nailed it!
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Alex Sent on 03/26/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Dress Alterations

The salon where I purchased my dress recommended Altered for the Altar for my dress alterations. My dress mainly needed the hem and train shortened and bustled. They did a great job and I'm glad I trusted them with my wedding dress!
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