Upcycled Custom Wedding Dress

Tier 1: The Eco Starter

Description: This entry-level option is perfect for those looking to incorporate sustainable practices into their wedding while keeping things simple. Ideal for a basic transformation or starting with an already-thrifted piece.

What's Included:

Initial consultation with Sarah Tremain (1 hour)
Thrifted piece consultation and sourcing (you select the thrifted item)
Basic alterations and adjustments
Limited design tweaks (e.g., simple neckline or sleeve changes)
Timeline: 6 months
Pricing: Starting at $1,500 (not including thrifting costs)

Tier 2: The Timeless Transformation

Description: For those who want a more involved process, this tier provides a deeper customization experience and includes the option to modernize heirlooms or combine multiple materials into one stunning design.

What's Included:

All elements from Tier 1 plus:
Curated thrifting experience with Sarah (half-day session)
Full dress design collaboration (including fabric choices, embellishments, and shape)
Extensive upcycling of heirloom pieces or special fabrics
Detailed fittings throughout the process (up to 3 fittings)
Timeline: 8 months
Pricing: Starting at $3,000 (not including thrifting costs)

Tier 3: The Dream Dress Experience

Description: This premium package is for clients who want a completely bespoke gown. From thrifting to final dress fittings, this tier provides full creative freedom with Sarah Tremain's expertise guiding you every step of the way. Ideal for the bride who wants a unique, fully customized experience and to reinvent a family heirloom or create a completely original piece.

What's Included:

All elements from Tier 2 plus:
Full-service thrifting collaboration (multiple thrifting sessions with Sarah to source materials)
Unlimited design revisions and complete creative control
Hand-selected sustainable fabrics and luxury elements
Extensive fitting process (up to 5 fittings)
A dedicated design assistant for any additional needs
Personalized garment care package
Timeline: 12 months
Pricing: Starting at $5,000 (not including thrifting costs)
Ready to create the wedding dress of your dreams? Let’s turn your vision into a reality—book your consultation today!

Your love story is unique — your dress should be too. At Sarah Tremain, we blend sustainability with timeless elegance, reimagining existing garments into custom wedding gowns. Whether you’re modernizing an heirloom, collaborating on a thrifting journey, or starting from a piece you already own, Sarah will work closely with you to craft a gown that reflects your story, values, and vision.

Why Choose Upcycled Custom Wedding Dresses
This service is for brides who want more than off-the-rack options. It’s ideal if you’re searching for a one-of-a-kind gown, wish to preserve the sentiment of a family piece, or want your wedding look to embody sustainability. Each step is guided with care, craftsmanship, and creativity.

At Sarah Tremain, we believe in transparency. Each upcycled wedding dress is priced using our core formula: the cost of raw materials, plus direct labor at forty-five dollars an hour, plus thirty-five percent for studio and administrative overhead, then multiplied by two to three to reach a fair retail price.

Because every gown is handcrafted, pricing also reflects the time and collaboration required. From sourcing fabrics and thrifting together, to fittings and design revisions, each stage is carefully planned to honor both your vision and the craftsmanship involved.

Tier 1: The Eco Starter begins at $1,500 for simpler transformations using thrifted pieces or existing garments.

Tier 2: The Timeless Transformation begins at $3,000, covering deeper customization, heirloom upcycling, and a more involved design process.

Tier 3: The Dream Dress Experience begins at $5,000 and includes the most comprehensive services — multiple fittings, unlimited design revisions, luxury fabric sourcing, and a fully bespoke process.

Final pricing may vary based on materials chosen and the time needed for alterations or design complexity. We share this openly because your gown is not only an investment in your special day, but also in sustainability, living wages, and the creative community that supports this work.

Each gown sustains Sarah Tremain’s West Philly studio, supports fair-wage creative work, and funds community programs like Mend It Yourself workshops. Choosing an upcycled dress means investing in a future where fashion is intentional, personal, and sustainable.