Questions
Questions
Including the ones people are too polite to ask.
How long does a couture piece take?
Four to seven weeks from the day the deposit clears, depending on the beadwork. Bridal is eight to fourteen. We will not quote you shorter to win the job — a rushed gown shows.
Can you make something if I am not in Lagos?
Yes, and it is a large part of what we do. Measure from your phone, we send a written quote, and there is a video fitting before the final finish. The piece is couriered.
How accurate is the phone measurement?
Around 85–90% confidence across most points, and the result tells you which ones it is unsure about. A fitter confirms those on your call. It is accurate enough to cut a toile from, which is the standard that matters.
What if the ready-to-wear does not fit?
Exchange within seven days of delivery, unworn with tags on. We do not refund ready-to-wear but we will remake in the correct size.
Can a couture piece be returned?
No — it is cut to your body and cannot be resold. That is why there are three fittings, and why nothing is cut until you have approved the toile.
What deposit do you take?
Half on commission, half before the piece leaves us. The deposit covers fabric, which we buy to order.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. Seven to fourteen days, duties not included. We declare accurately — undervaluing a parcel is how it gets seized.
Can I bring my own fabric?
For couture, yes, subject to our seeing it first. Some fabrics will not hold the structure a design needs and we would rather say so before cutting.