Bridal Gown Alterations Expert — Flexible IC Role

Thimble Alterations; Kings Park (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Thimble Alterations in New York seeks an experienced bridal seamstress to guide brides through the alteration journey, from first fittings to final tweaks. This independent contractor role uses platform bookings, allowing you to set your schedule and rates.

You’ll work with wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and ceremony attire, offering expert hemming, alterations, bustles, and neckline adjustments while maintaining exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated bridal alteration experience.
• Confidence working with high-value gowns and fitting accuracy.
• Strong customer-facing presence to reassure brides.

Responsibilities

• Conduct first, second, and final fittings with brides for wedding gowns.
• Customize gowns with hemming, side seams, bodice shaping, neckline adjustments, sleeve modifications.
• Create bustles tailored to dress design and bride’s preference.
• Handle bridesmaid dresses, mother-of-the-bride gowns, and ceremony attire alongside main gown.
• Explain timelines and expectations to brides during fittings.

Skills

Bridal alterations

Customer-facing

Attention to detail

Gown handling

Job description

Thimble Alterations in New York seeks an experienced bridal seamstress to guide brides through the alteration journey, from first fittings to final tweaks. This independent contractor role uses platform bookings, allowing you to set your schedule and rates.

You’ll work with wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and ceremony attire, offering expert hemming, alterations, bustles, and neckline adjustments while maintaining exceptional client service.