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Dressmaking prices start from $200
for simple gowns when fabric and pattern is supplied by
the client. Due to the varying complexities of
gowns and fabrics Melanie is unable to provide a generic pricelist, however
we have listed starting prices for dressmaking below
(labour only). Please email us for any specific
pricing enquiries.
Pattern supplied and made in a
standard size (no fittings or calico toile made)
- Evening/Bridesmaid gowns from
$200
- Bridal gowns from $300
Pattern supplied and made to
measure (including calico toile and in-person fittings)
- Evening/Bridesmaid gowns from
$400
- Bridal gowns from $550
Bespoke gowns (made to measure one
of a kind gown from a photograph or sketch including
calico toile and fittings)
- Evening/Bridesmaid gowns from
$500
- Bridal gowns from $700
Extra charges for intricate hand
sewing including delicate trims, laces, buttons or gowns
requiring more technical drafting.
The following is a selection of
vintage sewing patterns which can be created in a
standard size inclusive of fabric from our silk fabric
selection and notions. These complete ready to
wear gowns are all sewn by Melanie and can be shipped
nationally or worldwide.

1930s Gown
Silk Satin
$550

1930s Bias Gown
with Train
Silk Satin
$695
1950s Ankle Length
Halter Neck Gown
Dupion Silk with
Silk Organza Overlay on Skirt
Dupion Silk
Cummerbund
$795

1950s Cap Sleeve
Short Dress
Dupion Silk
Optional Silk
Organza Full Overlay
$495
With Organza
$650

1950s Gathered Bust
Ballgown with Sash
Dupion Silk or
Duchess Silk
Optional Scattered
Swarvski Crystals on Bodice Gathers (extra $70)
Dupion Silk
$695
Duchess Silk
$825

1950s Sleeveless
Short Dress with Collar & Optional Jacket
Dupion Silk
Dress
$450
Jacket
$195
1950s Fishtail
Skirt Gown with contrasting colour bow under bust and
optional lace overlay on bust
Dupion Silk
$625
With Lace Overlay
(available in champagne only)
$650

1950s Short Halter
Neck Dress
Dupion Silk
$550
1950s Sheath Dress
with Collar
Dupion Silk
$395

1950s Sheath Dress
with Detachable Full Skirt
Optional Organza
Overlay on Skirt
Dupion Silk
Dress only
$350
Dress and Skirt
$625
Dress and Skirt
with Organza $775
Duchess Silk Satin
Dress only
$395
Dress and Skirt
$750
Dress and Skirt
with Organza $895

1950s Pleated
Bodice Dresses
Dupion Silk
Sheath Dress
$395
Gathered Skirt
Dress
$550
Gathered Skirt
Dress with Organza Overlay
$695

1950s Simple
Ballgown with Sash
Dupion Silk
$650
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