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Located in New York, NY, Ellen's Couture is a custom wedding dress design business. Founded by Ellen, this fashionable wedding boutique is the perfect place for couples to go who are in search of an expert designer and dressmaker. She is trained and skilled in the art of fitting garments to perfection. Known for their captivating gowns and personalized shopping service, Ellen's Couture transforms the quest for the dress into a seamless experience.

Originally from the Republic of Georgia, this talented designer moved to the United States in 1994. Ellen attended the Fashion Institute of Technology and graduated with a degree in fashion designs and business. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, she has honed her skills and knowledge to provide the best possible service for her customers. Ellen specializes in bridal design and alterations, making all of her client's wedding gown dreams a reality.

During every appointment, an in-house stylist will be there to discuss with clients their vision and wants to achieve their ideal look. Working side-by-side, combining extensive expertise with innovative perspective, Ellen helps couples discover the dress that’s the perfect fit for them. She will make sure every couple looks and feels their best on their big day.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you price dress alterations?

By Piece

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

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only
Full Customization

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

Less than 6 months

Reviews of Ellen's Couture

Melinda
Melinda Sent on 04/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Ellen and her team are the best!

Ellen and her staff were the best! I brought my Lovely Bride dress here, and she was able to fit it perfectly to my body....twice. I originally had my wedding scheduled for August 2020, and it was postponed to a full year later. Needless to say, I gained some weight in some areas and lost some in others. She was gracious and courteous when I was frazzled by the re-tailoring experience. The dress ended up fitting perfectly, and I felt so beautiful and confident on my wedding day. She is truly a professional, and you be so happy with her work.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 11/01/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A True Artist!

Ellen is BRILLIANT and I think she and Oksana saved our wedding. We had to postpone 4 times because of Covid and by the time we were actually able to proceed, I was going to be 7 months pregnant at the wedding. I loved my dress and wanted to still use it if possible. I was incredibly overwhelmed and researched dozens of wedding dress alteration specialists in both NY and NJ. Some places told me the dress could not be changed so drastically (it had a corset bodice), or quoted me exorbitant prices, but Ellen was the most knowledgeable, experienced, realistic, and reasonable. I trusted her immediately and even though we had just moved to NJ, I decided she was the wisest choice and was happy to come in several times for her services. She preserved the 'essence' of my dress while expertly altering it to accommodate my growing belly. I cannot recommend her highly enough - hands down, Ellen's Couture was the best decision we made for the entire wedding!
M
Marisa Sent on 01/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Ellen!

Ellen did amazing work tailoring my wedding dress. I was on a tight timeline and chose my dress quickly. I wasn't quite sure I loved my dress when I bought it, but Ellen transformed it into an elegant piece that I absolutely loved, and that fit me perfectly! She has real vision, and convinced me to keep some aspects of the dress that I originally wanted to change. When I look at my wedding photos, I am SO glad I took her advice. Thank you Ellen!
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