Frequently Asked Questions
Planning a wedding comes with plenty of details, and our goal is to make your time with us feel seamless.
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about visiting the studio, booking fittings, and what to expect along the way.
If you don’t see your question here, we’d love to answer any questions! For any questions feel free to reach out at youngmermaids@gmail.com or text or call (610) 299-4821
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Our studio is located at
102 East State Street, Suite 2, Kennett Square, PA 19348.
We’re to the left of the boutique Green Eyed Lady. Just go through the red door and up the stairs, and you’ll find us straight ahead in Suite 2! -
While we don’t have private parking, there is plenty of street parking throughout historic Kennett Square, as well as a parking garage nearby at 100 East Linden Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348.
Please call the studio if you need assistance carrying your dress!
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Our studio hours are
Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM.
We are by appointment only. If you don’t see availability that works for you online, please contact us directly. We’ll do our best to accommodate a special appointment time! -
We recommend booking your first fitting 3–5 months before your wedding for the best fit and experience. If you’d like extra peace of mind, we’re always happy to bring you in earlier and add an additional fitting.
If your dress is arriving late or you’re working within a shorter timeline, please reach out as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly. While we always do our best to accommodate based on availability, alterations needed within 8 weeks of the wedding date may incur a rush fee.
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Please bring your actual wedding shoes and any undergarments you plan to wear with your gown. Your actual wedding shoes are required by your second fitting. That’s all you need. We’ll take care of the rest!
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Most bridal alterations include three one hour fittings.
First fitting: Consultation and pinning to review changes and set the gown for alterations.
Second fitting: A progress check to review adjustments before final finishes.
Pick up appointment (about one month out from your wedding day): We review your bustle, have you walk in your gown, and ensure the fit feels just right! If there are any tweaks we will have your dress back to you within the week!If needed, we may schedule an additional check closer to two weeks before the wedding to ensure everything is flawless.
Custom gowns follow a more involved timeline and typically require at least five in person fittings, including measurements, a muslin fitting, and design and fit refinements throughout production.
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Alterations begin at $500, with most standard bridal alteration packages averaging between $650 and $850. Packages cover the full standard alteration process across your scheduled fittings, including adjustments and refinements following your initial consultation. A $500 deposit is required at your first fitting to secure your alteration package, with the remaining balance due over the course of your fittings. Specialty changes may incur additional costs. We pride ourselves on transparent pricing, and there are no hidden fees added at the end of your process.
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Custom gowns begin at $3,000 and are priced individually based on fabrication, silhouette, and other design details. During your consultation, we’ll review all inspiration, expectations, and design elements to ensure a thoughtful and seamless process from start to finish. A $500 muslin fee is required to begin the design process, with the remaining balance determined and due once all design details have been finalized.
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We accept all major credit cards through Square. A 3.5% processing fee applies to credit card payments, so many clients choose to pay by cash or check.
A $500 deposit is required at your first fitting and will be applied toward your total balance.