Wedding Dress Specialist, Bridal Gown Alterations

Job overview

The Wedding Dress Specialist, Bridal Gown Alterations role is remote from a home studio, serving local bridal clients in Winnetka, IL; compensation is $30–$40 per hour. Thimble Alterations matches local bridal clients directly to independent alteration professionals. The specialist performs precise fittings and alterations on wedding gowns, including adjustments to hems, bodices, straps, necklines, closures, and custom bustles. Careful work with delicate fabrics and clear delivery timelines helps clients receive gowns fitted to their needs.

What you'll do

• Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across listed silhouettes
• build custom bustles suited to each gown’s train
• adjust bodices, straps, and necklines
• replace or add cups
• install or repair zippers and lacing
• work with delicate fabrics including lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, beaded, and sequined overlays
• communicate with brides about fittings and delivery timelines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

wedding dress specialist

bridal gown alterations

wedding dresses

bridal tailoring

custom bustles

delicate fabrics

home studio

winnetka il

thimble alterations

$30–$40/hr

independent contractor

flexible bookings

local bridal clients

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Independent contractor flexibility, local bridal clients matched directly to the professional’s profile, repeat business through reviews and referrals, and no storefront requirement.

Why this role

Independent contractor flexibility: accept bookings that fit your week, work from a home studio without a storefront, and build repeat business through reviews and referrals. Hands-on bridal or fine formalwear tailoring experience and accurate measuring and fitting technique are sought.

About the employer

Thimble Alterations is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Personal Services. Sector: 81.