Custom Dresses & Bespoke Womenswear

Designed Around You.

Discover custom dresses, tailored suits, and bespoke womenswear at Ellie Belle. From refined everyday pieces to exceptional occasionwear, our atelier brings your ideas to life through individual design, fabric selection, and considered craftsmanship.

Located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Ellie Belle offers a private, personalized experience for women seeking clothing designed around their individual measurements, preferences, and vision.

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Ellie Belle Celeste Blue Floral Lace Evening Gown

Your Vision, Beautifully Realized

Some occasions call for something truly personal. Others call for a wardrobe that fits and feels exactly as it should.

Whether you have a particular design in mind or would like guidance developing one, our team works with you to explore silhouettes, fabrics, colors, proportions, and finishing details.

Every project begins with a conversation about what you want to create.

Explore Our Custom Womenswear Services

Custom Dresses

From understated silhouettes to statement designs, commission a dress that reflects your personal style and intended occasion.

Bespoke Women's Suits

Explore tailored jackets, trousers, skirts, and coordinated ensembles for professional wardrobes, formal events, and special occasions.

Evening Gowns & Formalwear

Create a gown for galas, black-tie events, celebrations, and other memorable occasions. Explore individual silhouettes, fabrics, embellishments, and design details.

Custom Prom Gowns

Design a prom gown around your preferred silhouette, color, and personal style. Our team will guide you through design possibilities, measurements, and the fitting process.

Mother-of-the-Bride & Mother-of-the-Groom Attire

Discover personalized formalwear for an important family celebration, from elegant dresses to tailored ensembles.

Special Commissions

Have a distinctive design in mind? Our atelier welcomes individual project inquiries and can assess the possibilities during your consultation.

The Custom Design Experience

01 — Your Consultation

Meet privately with our team to discuss your inspiration, occasion, preferred silhouette, budget, and timeline.

02 — Design Development

Together, we explore design elements, proportions, and the details that will define your garment.

03 — Fabric & Detail Selection

Review suitable fabrics, colors, textures, linings, and embellishments based on your design.

04 — Measurements & Pattern Development

Detailed measurements inform the development and fit of your garment. Pattern-making requirements depend on the agreed project.

05 — Construction & Fittings

Your garment is created through the agreed construction process, with fittings and refinements scheduled as required.

06 — Final Fitting & Collection

We review the completed garment and its fit before preparing it for collection.

Custom Womenswear Pricing

Custom prom and evening gowns starting at $2,000.

Other custom garments are quoted individually according to their design, fabric, construction, and project requirements.

We provide a personalized quotation following your consultation.

Why Choose Custom Tailoring at Ellie Belle

We combine couture-level design and artisan craftsmanship to deliver custom-made pieces that are uniquely yours.

Every appointment is private and one-on-one. We have worked with menswear, bridal, evening wear, and designer tailoring clients across the Twin Cities, and our atelier team carries that depth of experience into every project.

Private, appointment-only consultations.
Personalized design and styling guidance.
An in-house atelier for fitting and tailoring expertise.
Custom garments developed around your individual requirements.
Ongoing tailoring and alterations services.

We are located in Eden Prairie and serve clients from Minneapolis, Edina, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Chanhassen, Bloomington, and the greater Twin Cities metro.

Hours (by appointment only):

Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions on Women's Bespoke & Custom Tailoring

What is the difference between custom and bespoke?

Custom tailoring encompasses garments made or modified to individual specifications. True bespoke typically involves an individually developed pattern, specialized construction, and a fitting process appropriate to the garment. Your consultation will establish the method available for your project.

Can you recreate a dress I found online?

We can review your inspiration and discuss creating a custom design informed by the features you like. Exact reproduction of another designer's protected work may not be available.

How much does a custom dress cost?

Custom prom and evening gowns start at $2,000. Other projects are quoted according to their requirements.

Do you create plus-size custom garments?

We welcome clients with a wide range of measurements and assess each design individually.

Can I bring inspiration photos?

Absolutely. Reference images are helpful when discussing silhouettes, fabrics, and design preferences.

Do you tailor garments purchased elsewhere?

Yes. We offer expert tailoring and couture-level alterations on dresses, gowns, suits, and formalwear purchased at Ellie Belle or elsewhere. Bridal alterations are one of our specialties.

Do you work with out-of-town clients?

Yes. Many clients travel to us for bespoke and bridal projects. We will help coordinate fittings to accommodate travel schedules.

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend contacting us as early as possible, particularly for garments needed for a fixed event date. Timelines depend on design complexity and atelier capacity.

What is the booking retainer and how does it work?

A $50 retainer is required to reserve your Custom & Bespoke Consultation and is applied toward the cost of your project. The retainer is refundable with at least 48 hours' notice. Once your consultation has taken place, it is non-refundable.

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