Ava's Alterations& Galante Couture
Warm autumn-decorated bridal alteration studio with golden lighting, fall garlands, and elegant gowns
πŸ‚ Thankful for Every Stitch

Five Generations of Excellence

Where Every
Stitch Tells
Your Story

Bridal alterations, formalwear, and custom couture gowns β€” crafted with warmth, care, and 75+ years of family expertise this holiday season.

Franklin, WI Β· By appointment only Β· ASL friendly Β· πŸ‚ Holiday season appointments filling fast

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πŸ‚Holiday Closuresβ€” Closed Thanksgiving week (Nov 24–28) & Dec 16–31.✨Book your holiday fittings now before we close! By appointment only.

✨ What We Do

Our Services

From delicate bridal hems to everyday ready-to-wear, we bring 75+ years of family expertise to every garment.

Beautiful beach wedding ceremony

Bridal Alterations

From $75

Custom bustles, bodice work, hemming, and waist adjustments for your dream wedding gown. We handle the most intricate designs with care.

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Bride walking down the aisle with bridal party

Bridal Party

From $65

Bridesmaid dresses, mother of the bride/groom, and flower girl alterations. We fit your entire wedding party from grandma to flower girl.

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Bride in elegant gown with long train and cascading bouquet β€” black and white

Custom Couture Gowns

From $1,300

One-of-a-kind formal gowns and prom dresses designed and crafted by Galante Couture. Each piece is unique β€” no two are alike.

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Bride and groom at wedding with mariachi band

Men's Tailoring

From $65

Expert tailoring for suits, jackets, pants, shirts, and vests. Look sharp for the big day or any occasion.

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Expert seamstress working on a garment at the sewing machine

Ready-to-Wear Alterations

From $20

Everyday garments tailored to fit you perfectly. Hemming pants, taking in jackets, adjusting dresses, replacing zippers β€” we handle it all with the same care we give a wedding gown.

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Turnaround times: Ready-to-wear: ~2 weeks Β· Wedding dresses: 2.5 months Β· Bridesmaids: 1 month Β· Custom: up to 6 months

Rush orders available β€” Wedding dress rush (under 2.5 months): $100 | Under 1 month: $150 | Bridesmaids rush: $25–$50

🧡Community Classes

Sip-n-Sew
Holiday Edition

Our Sip-n-Sew classes are in full swing this November! Grab a warm drink, pick a cozy project, and spend the evening creating something beautiful with your hands. Whether you're a total beginner or you've been sewing for years, there's a seat at the table for you.

Each session includes all materials, guided instruction from Ava & team, and refreshments. It's the perfect way to learn a new skill, meet creative people, and make handmade gifts for the holidays.

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    Every Thursday Β· 5:30 – 9:00 PM
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    $50 per session Β· Materials & refreshments included
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    Family-friendly youth class Β· Available monthly
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    November projects Β· Thanksgiving table runners, holiday napkin sets, cozy throw pillow covers
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    No experience needed Β· We'll teach you everything
Sip-n-Sew workshop group proudly showing their handmade aprons
Sip-n-Sew workshop group with handmade fabric pumpkins

β€œI came in not knowing how to thread a needle and left with a handmade apron I'm actually proud of. The whole vibe is so warm and welcoming.”

β€” Sip-n-Sew Attendee

πŸ‚Holiday Season 2026

Holiday Formalwear

From Thanksgiving dinners to New Year's Eve galas, this is the season to look and feel your absolute best. Rich autumn tones, elegant silhouettes, and perfectly tailored fits β€” we'll make sure you shine at every gathering.

Ornate maroon gown with gold embroidery and sheer gold sleeves on a mannequin in the studio

Rich burgundy and gold β€” the perfect palette for holiday celebrations. ✨

Two women in elegant orange and olive satin gowns in the studio
Burgundy and orange floral gown with pleated bodice on a dress form
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Holiday Party Ready

Thanksgiving dinners, office parties, New Year's Eve β€” we'll tailor your outfit so you look polished and feel confident at every event this season.

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Fall Wedding Season

Autumn weddings call for rich colors and cozy elegance. We specialize in bridal and bridal party alterations with the warmth and care your special day deserves.

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Gift of Fit

Give the gift of a perfect fit. A tailoring appointment makes a thoughtful, personal holiday gift for someone who deserves to feel their best.

Gather around the table in style. 🧡

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⭐ Kind Words

What Our Brides Say

Real stories from real brides. Every review is a reminder of why we love what we do.

5.0 on Google Β· 50+ reviews
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She worked magic on my dress. I went from feeling completely devastated to feeling excited and beautiful again.
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β€” Emily Doig

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Emily Doig

3 weeks ago

β€œShe worked magic on my dress. I went from feeling completely devastated to feeling excited and beautiful again.”

After a complete nightmare experience with a previous seamstress that left my wedding dress in terrible condition, I truly didn't think it could be saved. Then I found Ava's Alterations and I am beyond grateful that I did. Not only does Ava absolutely know what she is doing, but she worked magic on my dress. Her skill, attention to detail, and calm confidence immediately put me at ease during such a stressful situation. What made the experience even more special is that it's truly a family effort. Ava, her son, and her daughter are all incredible. They are kind, welcoming, and genuinely care about their clients. You can feel the love and pride they put into their work from the moment you walk in. Thanks to them, my dress is now going to be everything I dreamed it would be (and more). I went from feeling completely devastated to feeling excited and beautiful again. If you are looking for someone you can trust with something as important as your wedding dress, I cannot recommend Ava and her family enough. They are truly amazing.

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Rachel D

Local Guide8 weeks ago

β€œMy wedding dress alteration experience was easy and seamless. Everything ended up looking lovely and there were no issues!”

Thank you to Ava and her whole family & staff for making my wedding dress alteration experience easy and seamless (pun intended 😊). I was nervous making changes due to how complex the lacework on my dress was, but everything ended up looking lovely and there were no issues! I appreciated the advice and suggestions that were given in regards to my dress and would definitely return if I need something complex altered again.

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Melissa Tabaska

9 months ago

β€œThey completely transformed it into the wedding dress of my dreams. The price was exactly what they quotedβ€”no surprises.”

I had the best experience at Ava's! My dress didn't fit well when I first brought it in, but they completely transformed it into the wedding dress of my dreams. Everyone was so kind and professional, and the price was exactly what they quotedβ€”no surprises. Alex even offered to help on my wedding day if I had any dress issues! I can't recommend Ava's enough.

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Marissa Bunn

Local Guide10 months ago

β€œThere were zero questions or stress the day of the wedding, and my dress fit like a dream.”

I cannot thank Ava, Judy, and the entire team at Ava's Alterations enough for their incredible work on my wedding dress. From start to finish, they were kind, professional, and so attentive to detail. We had some challenges getting the straps to sit just right, but they were so patient and accommodatingβ€”squeezing in extra fittings even as the big day approached. Since we were getting married out of town, Ava went above and beyond by giving us her personal number in case we had any last-minute questions or concerns about the bustle. Fortunately, we didn't need itβ€”because she and her team took the time to thoroughly educate my bridesmaids on how to handle everything. There were zero questions or stress the day of the wedding, and my dress fit like a dream.

πŸ‚ Our Story

A Family Legacy
Woven in Thread

Three generations β€” Ava, Judaline, and Alex β€” holding scissors in the studio

It started with Grandma Carol Galante designing fashion in the 1960s and Grandpa Fred running his fabric store. That love for fabric and craftsmanship passed through the generations β€” from Carol to Judaline, and now to Ava and her daughter Alex.

Today, Ava's Alterations brings 75+ years of combined family sewing experience to every garment that enters our Franklin, WI studio. We're not just seamstresses β€” we're a family of artisans who understand that your wedding dress, your suit, your gown carries a story.

Our team is ASL fluent and proudly serves the Deaf community. We take on the complex projects others turn away. Because for us, the harder the challenge, the more rewarding the result.

75+
Years Combined Experience
5
Generations of Artisans
27
Years Ava's Experience
Ava, Judaline, and Alex β€” three generations in the studio waiting area
Rows of colorful thread spools in the sewing studio
Cozy waiting area with fireplace and vintage spinning wheel
Close-up of hand beading on a wedding gown
Dress forms and garments in the studio

✨ Get in Touch

Book Your
Appointment

All fittings are by appointment only. Send us a message with details about your garment and timeline, and we'll get back to you within 24 business hours.

πŸ‚ Holiday Closures

  • β€’ Thanksgiving week: Closed Nov 24–28
  • β€’ Winter break: Closed Dec 16–31

We'll reopen in January. Book your holiday fittings before we close!

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Studio Location

7131 S 76th St, Franklin, WI

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By Appointment

Tue/Thu/Fri 1–5 PM Β· Wed 1–6 PM Β· Sat 10:30 AM–2 PM

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ASL Friendly

Our entire team is ASL fluent. We proudly serve the Deaf community.

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