Widad's Couture Alterations

added a bustle, and the whole process took about two months (three total fittings). At the last fitting, Widad was kind enough to practice bustling the dress with my mom several times, and she even filmed a video for us to use on the wedding day in case we had any issues (we didn’t!). The tailoring was immaculate – I got so many compliments on how well the dress fit! Her prices are on the expensive side, but it’s totally worth it for her experience and the quality of her work.

more lovely than we could have ever imagined. We feel so blessed to have found her.

dress made me nervous, but when I found Widad, I knew that my dress was in good hands.

as willing to work with me even after I changed my mind on the length after my (supposed to be) last fitting. She can be a bit abrupt in her manner, so that takes some getting used to. But the work speaks for itself.

ad’s passion and expertise. She offered her advice, while always making you a part of the decision-making process for alterations. My dress was ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS for my big day and I am so thankful I brought it to Widad!

to take in a very structured gown and make it fit like a glove. I also liked how she designed the bustle. It made it flow so elegantly and was also very practical for our first dance (which included lots of spins and even a lift). A lot of reviews do mention she is priced on the higher side; but, as a one-woman show, I understand. Her location is a non-descript duplex near the medical center, but once you go inside, you can tell she does high-end work. She is professional and very experienced. I wouldn't trust such an important process to just anyone (honestly, I was scared off by reviews of other vendors who botched other bride's dresses). Widad has the expertise and, for the work and the peace of mind, is worth the cost.

r dress impeccable and makes you feel extremely confident for that special day. Thank you so much Ms. Widad!

verything and makes sure you’ll look your best on your big day!

e chosen a better person to alter my wedding dress!

take it in and shorten the length while still looking exactly like the dress I bought but now it fit me perfectly!

we need to find someone trustworthy to handle the expensive dress! Widad was extremely prompt, reliable and professional. She helped take in my lace sleeves and create the perfect hem line and beautiful American bustle. She is very patient and talented! On top of all of her beautiful work, she had a piece of lace which matched my top-half perfectly, and when I noticed a small gap in the pattern from the removal of a belt, Widad added the lace to blend seamlessly in with the dress. 5 stars!!!

and what she did to my bustle was out of this world. She even offered to hang onto my dress for me until the day before the wedding so that she could have it pressed and ready to go. If you are looking for the right bridal alterations place, you will not regret choosing Widad!

bridal dressing room, and it looks beautiful. The place is clean and Widad is always willing to make adjustments! Payment was reasonable and it was easy to make payments.

ble. It was obvious that I was not just a way to make money for her. This is her passion, and she really cares about her brides. I originally went to another alterations shop, but they ended up almost ruining my dress in several places and told me they could not fix other issues. I won't go in to the details, but I called Widad (while crying inside the other alterations shop) and she told me I could come right over. It took a lot of work and a lot of her time (even though we had only a few weeks until the wedding). It took several appointments to fix all of the issues the other shop had created and Widad always made me feel welcome and comforted me that all would be okay. I was utterly devastated when the other shop ruined my dress (thought I would need to get a new one), and Widad worked a MIRACLE. She made it look absolutely beautiful!! I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about her. She does all the work herself. I originally went to the other shop because of pricing, but cost more in the end to get all the issues fixed. Every. single. penny. you will pay Widad will be more than worth it! For such an important aspect of your big day, Widad is the one you should trust!

s vision and explained why it likely would not work- I had been to 3 other area consults prior who all just wrote down what I wanted and said nothing. I appreciated her honesty and ultimately it likely saved my dress! She did an amazing job and I will never take another important or detailed garmet to anyone else!!! If you’re a bride, use her!!! Not to mention my entire alteration cost was $280! She’s fair and very reasonably priced.

e was finished with it, it fit like a glove! I danced all night long on my wedding night and felt so comfortable in my dress. She added 12 buttons for my bustle (because my dress had a long train) and it turned out beautiful. Totally recommend her work!!

she's expensive, but also really worth it. To me, if you are going to spend all this money on a gown, it would make sense to have it fit perfectly and Widad will definitely see to that! I originally gained weight after purchasing my dress and Widad was able to take it out a bit, and then I lost weight before my final fitting a week out from the wedding, and she made last minute tucks to have it fit like a dream. Her bustle work was also just beautiful. She is extremely talented at what she does!

al inches from my waist and created a beautiful 23 point bustle for my train. Widad is not cheap, but oh my gosh she is so so SO worth every penny.

ge by 2 sizes and she worked her magic to make it fit like a glove, all while paying close attention to the detailed lace. This was really important to me since we payed so much for the gown. She was competitively priced and very kind. She was also amazing in making sure my bustle was sturdy enough to not rip the dress. She does amazing work and I'm thankful our wedding planners suggested her.

n is possible, she can do it. If she says it cannot be done, IT CANNOT BE DONE. Know this: she is in high demand (for a reason!) and so you need to contact her several months before you need your dress, be it for the wedding or portraits. You will not be disappointed with her work! She's amazing!

cked it up from Widad. :) She is so talented and is such as sweet woman... You can tell how much she loves what she does. I would definitely recommend that you take your dress to her! It will be in good hands.

few other minor revisions to make sure my dress was perfect.

ven takes the time to show whomever you bring in with you when you pick up your dress how to do the bustle and hem - and works with them till they get it right. The hem was the perfect length and the bustle looked adorable. It is on the expensive side, but never once did I worry about my dress while it was in Widad's care.

ort amount of time! I am so happy I used her and got to know her as a person! I will keep referring her to brides!

ittle anxious about the entire experience. However, after my initial consultation with Widad, I knew I had found the perfect person to trust with my alterations. Just a few wonderful things I could say about my experience: I appreciated her attention to all of the details of my dress. I felt as if I could trust her professional opinion. I never felt rushed, she always took the time to listen to what I wanted, and always made sure I was comfortable. She took the time to pin up/show me all of the different ways I could bustle my dress. She even showed me less traditional bustles that I did not expect (and which I ultimately ended up selecting). I never had anxiety over the outcome of my dress. My dress was perfect for my wedding day, could not have asked for a better outcome/experience!! Make sure you make your appointment early, it sounds as if she gets busy during wedding season. She had a good range of appointment times to work with, so I was thankful I did not need to miss work to go to a fitting. If myself(or friends)ever need for dress alterations in the future, Widad will be the woman that I will recommend and trust.

p and additional inches in the waist. I thought for sure it was going to cost me a small fortune, but it didn't and my dress fit perfectly. I recommend Widad's Couture to everyone I can!

& visit Widad. It was the best decision I made throughout the entire wedding process. Not only were the alterations done quickly (I had a short engagement!), but they were done perfectly. The straps that Widad created and sewed on to my dress were absolutely gorgeous. They gave the dress this wow factor that it didn't quite have before. Widad is so kind and so thorough. She has a beautiful life story & it was a pleasure & an honor to get to know her. Thank you, Widad, for making the dress of my dreams!

dress, but that I was comfortable as well... Not having to tug and adjust my dress while wearing. She was also accommodating to my schedule and a pleasure to work with during our time. In the end, my dress fit me perfectly!! Considering the average cost of alterations, Widad's maybe on the higher end, but I definitely feel that it was worth it. Your dress will be in good hands with Widad's!

d tell that Widad was extremely detail oriented. She is so personable and friendly. I loved both times that I was there and appreciated that she took extra time to make sure that I knew how to properly bustle the dress for my sister-in-law's wedding. Fast forward a year and I became the bride-to-be. I bought my dress in Atlanta at Bridal's By Lori (featured on TLC Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta), but I needed to get it altered in Houston where the wedding would take place. I was fortunate enough to purchase my dress during a Rivini trunk show and got to personally work with Rivini's Fashion Director. I told him I needed alterations done in Houston and asked if he had any recommendations. He recommended Widad. I knew it was meant to be since I had already met her before. I still did my due diligence and took my dress to three other alterations places before my appointment with Widad, but I am SO glad that I decided to use her. Widad took my dress that came in too big and made it fit like a glove. It was absolutely perfect! She also perfected my mom's dress by adding some detailing. She was extremely flexible in scheduling appointments that would work with my schedule since I live out of town and went above and beyond to make sure that everything was perfect and on schedule. She even stayed the night at her boutique during some icy weather to make sure that she would be there for her appointments the next day if client's decided to come in town. My dress and my mom's dress (and one of my bridesmaids and the mother-of-the-groom) turned out fantastic. I would recommended Widad to anybody who needs alterations in Houston!

symbol of that moment. Given the reaction when I tried on the dress in the salon, I thought we had hit a home run. The salon where I bought the dress referred me to Widad, among others. Her reviews set her apart from the rest, so I made my appointment. As I walked in to her workspace, a home set in a quiet and established neighborhood in Houston, I knew I had chosen well. Throughout each appointment, Widad worked with respect for the moment, passion for the final stitch, and heart for everything in between. She is patient, fastidious, and clearly very talented. My heart grew with each fitting and I knew my dress became that much more important each time. In short, Widad took my dress and made it into a beautiful masterpiece. I cannot wait to wear it in a few days and cherish it for always. Widad, thank you so very much for all of your work. I always will hold you in my heart, as well as your dear family.

ture. Widad, you are amazing and thank you for making me feel beautiful on my big day and ensuring my dress fit perfectly. You did a fantastic job and I enjoyed talking with you and hearing your stories throughout my fitting process.

g would be completed on time. From the 1st fitting, I felt comfortable with her and was confident that she would do a fabulous job. She made a custom veil for me as well and it was perfect. I am very pleased with her and her work and would definitely recommend her to anyone getting married.

ne because the dress was so old and the lace on the dress isn't made anymore, but Widad fixed all our problems and more! She is a creative genius and an absolute pleasure to work with. I have no doubt she is the best in Houston when it comes to wedding dress alterations, especially for vintage gowns.

e recommendation by Mia Couture. Widad, you are amazing and thank you for accepting me as your client. Your work is phenomenal.

ork exceeded my expectations! She listened to my concerns and provided excellent recommendations. She was so friendly and professional, and I was very happy with the way everything came out.

rked her magic. The bustle she suggested for the dress was so beautiful. Not only does she provide quality work but makes it very special for you! My mom and I looked forward to spending time with her and on the day I picked up my dress I was sad to know I would not be seeing her again soon! I also purchased a veil that she made to wear at my reception. It was beautiful and sassy, perfect for a party! Thank you Widad for making this time so special!!

person on top of it all. Working with Widad was an absolute pleasure, and she was able to work well within my time frame for a dress that fit perfectly. I never even worried about my dress once it was in Widad's capable hands, and I am grateful to her for everything she did to make my day - and my dress - all I wanted it to be. I was able to dance the night away in my strapless gown without worrying that it would fall down!