We would nevertheless be delighted to speak to you, do not hesitate to contact us directly by email or by telephone.
FAQs
Dresses
What is the style of Terre Blanche dresses?
Terre Blanche dresses are all vintage dresses from the 1920s to the 1990s.
We favor exceptional fabrics and materials as well as a graphic and minimalist style allowing a timeless silhouette.
Where do Terre Blanche dresses come from?
Terre Blanche dresses are found throughout France from professionals specializing in vintage clothing and from individuals.
Do you have a vintage wedding dress in your possession and would like to sell it?
Do not hesitate to contact us via this form so that we can provide a personalized quote.
What is the dress restoration process?
When a dress comes into our possession, the restoration process begins.
First of all, the cleaning of the marks of time by a dry cleaning partner specialized in the restoration and cleaning of precious and old fabrics.
Then, the dress passes into the hands of our seamstresses who are experts in old fabrics who will repair imperfections if necessary. For certain dresses, we choose at this stage to modify them by removing or adding certain details which will restore the dress to all its original shine.
We alert you to the fact that the dresses may still have some small imperfections even after all these steps because they are vintage.
What are the prices of the dresses?
For ceremonial dresses the prices vary between 900 and 3500 euros and for civil wedding and special occasion dresses the prices vary between 200 and 1000 euros.
Prices vary from one dress to another depending on the rarity of the dress and its material.
We invite you to contact us directly for more information or come visit us in our studio to try them out.
We will then create a personalized quote which will take into account the alterations but also all the modifications you would like to make to the dress if its structure allows it (modification of the collar, modification of the sleeves, etc.).
Are all your available dresses present on your site?
No !
We regularly find a multitude of dresses and they are not all present on our site.
We have around a hundred dresses available in our studio.
The dresses on our site are, however, very representative of what we offer.
If you like the Terre Blanche style, then don't hesitate to schedule a fitting to come and discover all of our dresses at the studio.
What are the dress sizes?
We try as much as possible to source dresses in various sizes to suit all body types. It is entirely possible to adjust a dress that is too big to fit your size.
It is also possible to make a dress larger if there is enough fabric inside the dress.
Do you buy old dresses?
Yes !
We are always on the lookout for rare gems lying dormant in your cupboards. We are looking for vintage wedding dresses or cocktail dresses from the 1920s to the late 1990s.
To contact us, click here .
The fittings
How to make an appointment for a fitting?
Simply on the page below .
We welcome you every day to our studio. Before the fitting we will send you a questionnaire which will allow us to prepare for your arrival and better understand your wishes.
How does a fitting go?
It all starts with a discussion to get to know you and identify your expectations in terms of style, material, etc.
Then we will invite you to discover our vintage dresses and you can try on as many dresses as you want.
We also offer civil wedding dresses and a selection of accessories that will complement your silhouette. Finally, we have a selection of guest dresses for all your upcoming weddings.
What should I prepare for my first fitting?
Come with an open mind and let yourself be charmed by the timeless and elegant style of our dresses.
Otherwise, if you have an idea of the style you like, do not hesitate to prepare a mood board on Pinterest this will help us to offer you a selection corresponding to your desires.
Where do the fittings take place?
In our Parisian studio located at 7 Avenue Gourgaud, 75017 Paris.
Can I come accompanied?
YES! You can come with 2 or 3 companions.
How long does the first fitting take?
We allow 1h30 for this first meeting because we believe it is important to get to know you and take the time to discuss your wedding and the style you want to adopt.
Following your fitting, you will receive by email a report of our exchange with a tailor-made quote. This quote will take into account all modifications and retouching if you wish to make any.
My Terre Blanche dress
What are the steps once I have chosen my dress?
1. Once the quote has been validated, we will invite you to come see us again to take your measurements and discuss the requested modifications.
2. We then launch the sewing and alterations stage, your dress passes into the hands of our seamstresses and at any time you can contact us to ask for news about your dress.
3. Next, your third appointment takes place during which you try on your altered dress. If everything suits you, then your dress is sent one final time to our dry cleaners so that it can be ironed to the crease. Otherwise we entrust it to our seamstress who will make additional adjustments.
4. Your dress is given to you in a cover, custom-made covers made with upcycled fabrics.
It takes 3 months for all of these steps.
However, if there are very few alterations to be made, this process can be much quicker and you will have your dress in just a few weeks.
Do I have the right to change the model of the dress I have chosen?
YES!
We created Terre Blanche so that all women can get married in a unique dress that reflects her style.
If you would like to change a detail or part of the dress and its structure allows it, then we will do everything possible to accommodate your wishes.
Once the quote has been validated and the sewing work has started, modifications are no longer possible.
How does the payment work?
We will ask you for a deposit of 50% of the total upon ordering, then 50% upon delivery of the order.
Amounts are payable by check or bank transfer.
How are changes and alterations to my dress billed?
Each dress and project being completely specific and dependent on your wishes, we provide tailor-made quotes based on the sewing work that the modifications and alterations require.
After my wedding, what happens to my Terre Blanche dress?
If you wish, we can think together about the best way to transform your dress and accessories into everyday clothing or a common textile (cushion, bed throw, etc.)
Is it possible to have my mother or grandmother's vintage wedding dress restored?
YES !
We would be delighted to bring a dress you own back to life.
As each project is different, after meeting you and defining with you the modifications to be made, we will create a tailor-made quote.
