Custom Order Process
Step 1 – Design Consultation & Personalised Quote
We invite you to share your vision with us, based on your concept and references, we will provide a personalised quote tailored to your design direction.
To get started, we’ll need:
Front design details(bodice and skirt)
Back design details(bodice and skirt)
You are welcome to share your ideas via message or email, or arrange a private virtual consultation should you prefer a more in-depth discussion.
Please note that we do not provide sketches. Each gown is developed directly from your references imagery and refined through structural pattern development and fabric selection within our atelier.
You can learn more about how our custom dresses are created here:
https://shindigthreads.com/blogs/news/how-our-custom-dresses-are-created
Step 2 – Production
Once you are ready to proceed, a private purchase link will be issued to formally secure your order.
(We don’t take deposits — full payment is required to begin production. You’re welcome to use any payment plan options available through Etsy or our website, if applicable.)
Our standard production time is approximately 3 months, followed by 10–20 days for worldwide delivery with our standard shipping service.
Should you require an accelerated timeline, an express production option may be arranged, subject to availability.
Before production begins, we’ll send you photos and videos of the selected fabrics for your review. If you wish to experience the materials in person, fabric swatches are available for purchase.
A comprehensive measurement profile and detailed order specifications will be required to ensure precision. For guidance, please refer to our custom order template below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/16EXxCOsHUg_6oFokaMCycJoPziSpbYhVGeafYggKmns/edit
Step 3 – Final Review & Shipping
Upon completion, we’ll send you photos for your final review.
Shipping will be arranged only after your confirmation. Tracking details will be provided once your gown is dispatched.