About this Service

I specialize in body and gender affirming work—clothes and costumes that are created to fit you, not the other way around.

You’re one of a kind and you should have a wardrobe to match.

I’ve curated my home studio to be a place full of warmth and free of judgement, where we can have fun and create something that lets you leave feeling your absolute best.

Professional work, familial experience. It’s as simple as that.

Services Offered:
- Commissions
- Alterations & Bridal Alterations
- Mending
- Teaching
- Measurements
- Event/Bridal/Photoshoot Dresser

My studio is located in Kensington and I am available by appointment Tuesday-Saturday. I look forward to hearing from you!

About this Lister

Hey, I’m Valarie! I’m an artist, seamstress, and craftsperson residing in South Brooklyn.

I initially started this business because I was scarred too many times by bad fitting room experiences and baron plus size sections. Now, with my studio up and running for over a year, I love being able to create what speaks to me artistically and serve a community I adore.

In my spare time, I enjoy reading graphic novels, wandering Prospect Park and hanging out with my shop cat, Bernie.

Background and Expertise

With over a decade of professional sewing and crafting experience under my belt, my career has been filled with jumping from industry to industry to learn all I can. The first several years of my career were spent in theatre, where I started in Wardrobe (with a hefty splash of Wig Styling). I steadily grew my skills in Costume Construction, Fabric Dyeing, Vintage Reconstruction, and Hand Finishing.

Once I relocated to Brooklyn, I was able to work in some of the top costume shops, working as a Beader/Hand Finisher, Stitcher, First Hand, and Craftsperson. When the pandemic hit, I quickly pivoted to the luxury fashion and bridal industry. I worked as a luxury bridal Sample Maker, as well as head of Alterations and Bespoke Production.

I pride myself on being a well-rounded craftsperson and fiber artist, and would love the opportunity to collaborate with you!