Southern Elegance Alterations by Sara logo featuring a bride in a wedding gown holding a bouquet.

Alterations Specialist for Bridal, Formalwear & Special Occasions

Bridal gown being inspected for professional wedding dress alterations and fitting.
Bride wearing a wedding gown during a professional bridal fitting and alterations appointment
Bride wearing a wedding gown during a professional bridal fitting and alterations appointment
Bride receiving professional wedding gown bustle alteration during a fitting appointment.

Southern Elegance Alterations by Sara specializes in professional alterations for bridal gowns, formalwear, and special-occasion attire. With years of alteration experience, I provide personalized fittings and careful attention to every garment. My goal is to create a beautiful, comfortable fit while providing each client with personal, professional service.

The Art of Alterations

Alteration specialist standing beside a wedding gown during a professional bridal fitting.
Alteration specialist standing beside a wedding gown during a professional bridal fitting.
Sara representing Native American culture at a Memorial Day community event with American flags

Meet Sara

Sara is originally from Texas and has proudly called North Carolina home for more than 25 years. She brings years of professional sewing and alterations experience, beginning in theater and costume design and developing into specialized work with bridal gowns, formalwear, and everyday garments.

With more than eight years of professional bridal alterations experience, Sara has also worked alongside an experienced master tailor, further developing her skills in precision fitting, garment construction, and detailed alterations. Her specialty is bridal and formalwear, with an emphasis on achieving a beautiful fit while preserving the original design and character of each garment.

Sara holds two associate degrees and is continuing her education at UNC Pembroke, studying American Indian Studies with a minor in Geology. She is also active in her community and has participated in Fayetteville’s International Folk Festival/Parade of Nations, representing Native American culture.

Schedule Your Fitting

Have questions about alterations or need to schedule a fitting? Complete the form below and I will contact you to discuss your alteration needs.

Wedding gown being professionally steamed and prepared for a bridal fitting.