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The Perfect Fit By JK is a women's formalwear alteration business located in Springfield, Illinois. Founded by Jan Kerwin, the business has been serving brides and female bridal party members throughout the local area, including Springfield, Decatur, Litchfield, Taylorville and Jacksonville, for over 30 years. With years of experience, Jan provides quality work to every client she works with.

Experience
Janice Kerwin, the owner, is also a retired registered nurse. She worked as a nurse for 42 years while working part time in alterations out of her home. A brief work period with David's Bridal as an alterations specialist helped with the decision to open her own business upon retiring from nursing.

Designs Offered
The Perfect Fit By JK can alter dresses for brides, flower girls, mothers of the bride and groom, and bridesmaids. She offers the following services:

  • Alterations
  • Appointments only
  • Adjustments
  • Repair/replace/add beading
  • Custom designed/made formal gowns-minimum of 6 months lead time required
  • Re-work of vintage gowns (mother's/grandmother's bridal gown, for example)

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Frequently asked questions

How do you price dress alterations?

By Piece

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Flower Girls
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only

Which of the following items do you offer?

Garters
Veils

Reviews of The Perfect Fit by JK

Staci
Staci Sent on 05/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
My dress needed to be shortened by quite a bit and JK did a great job! My dress had three layers of tulle which required a lot of work to shorten and the final result was stunning! She was also very responsive to my emails and had a quick turn-a-round with the dress. I would definitely recommend!
J
J Sent on 01/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Jan did a fabulous job on my mother of the bride dress. Service was on time and very professional. Would definitely recommend for any wedding related work.
Thanks Jan!!!
L
Lucy Sent on 12/17/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Very friendly and accommodating. Great job At a good price. Great to work with.
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Awards

57
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Aimee Novy Photography Aimee Novy Photography Wedding Photographers

Jan Kerwin nothing short of amazing! My whole experience as a bride and as a fellow wedding vendor has been phenomenal. I recommend her to all my brides in need of wedding dress alterations.

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