Do I need to book an appointment to try dresses on?
Yes, the boutique is open by appointment only. This means you receive an intimate one-to-one service in a private space without interruption. We do of course welcome walk-in customers who wish to browse the collections, but only if an appointment is not already underway.
Do you charge for appointments?
There is currently no charge for appointments.
How long do appointments last?
First appointments last for 90 minutes with revisits lasting 60 minutes.
How many guests can I bring with me?
We welcome the bride plus 3 guests.
Where are your dresses made?
All our dresses are 100% British made in our West Sussex atelier.
Who will make my wedding dress?
Dresses are made in-house by Emma, along with her trusted team of skilled seamstresses when required.
Can I customise a dress?
Yes you can, all dresses are fully customisable.
How much do your dresses cost?
Collection dresses start from £2,000 and fully bespoke dresses from £4,000
Can I buy a dress ‘off the peg’?
Occasionally we can assist with a short time frame with selected sample gowns, but we don’t have a ‘SALE’ rail. Please call ahead to discuss your requirements before booking an appointment.
How far in advance should I look for my dress?
10-12 months is perfect for starting your dress search.
Will my dress need alterations?
All Emma Tindley dresses are made to measure by the team in the atelier so its very rare that additional alterations are required.
Do you alter wedding dresses not purchased from you?
On occasions when the atelier is not at capacity we might be able to assist with external alterations to dresses purchased from other boutiques. Please contact the boutique to enquire about this service. During peak summer season, this service is not available.
Do you provide a dressing on the day service?
Yes we do and only for our own clients. This service is chargeable.
What sizes are your sample gowns?
Samples range from an 8 to a 14, but don’t worry if your size is outside of this range we have ways of getting things to fit you in order to give you a good idea of how a dress will look.
Do you offer a dry cleaning service?
No we don’t, however, we work closely with a local dry cleaners and can recommend them to you.
Can you customise my Emma Tindley wedding dress after the wedding day?
Absolutely! Please discuss this with Emma directly after your wedding.
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