Bespoke Solutions for the Modern Wardrobe
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At reparation studio, we use traditional hand crafted techniques to create bespoke solutions for the modern wardrobe.
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Nearly all of our repairs are crafted by hand, using traditional darning and hand stitching techniques, for truly unique and beautiful mends.
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Repairs are more than just a quick fix, they are a way to embellish, add beauty and value to garments. Mending honours the past, and creates a future for the wearer and garment to thrive together.
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Consultations are available for all your garment repair needs via reparationstudio.com
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Image captured by the wonderful @an.stasiya
REPAIR - WEAR - REPEAT
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we’re here to help you build a sustainable wardrobe through our bespoke, artisanal repairs services. Anything worth wearing is worth repairing 💚
A moment for this reworked bubble hem dress for @lovejamesstore she found her bride @daulbybridget 🤍
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From a stained gown in less than ideal condition, to the perfect voluminous bubble hemmed party dress. Swipe for before during and after photos x
Some recent fave projects and hand stitched detailing.
1 & 2: hand stitched beadwork on a silk veil.
3 & 4: lace hand stitch appliquéd onto a silk scarf for a very special bride, all individually cut from her Mothers wedding dress.
5: Fabric manipulation for a rework in progress 🤍
Final hours in the studio for the year, captured by @jo3eyb . I am ending this year with an overwhelming sense of gratitude (and let’s be honest, exhaustion). 2025 has been a joyous ride. Undeniably, the most inspiring, challenging and expansive season for both the Studio and myself.
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Arohanui to all my beautiful clients who have continued to support Reparation Studio. Working with you all this year has filled my cup. I can’t wait to see you in the studio in the New Year.
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& of course, the biggest mihi to @jo3eyb for supporting and loving me through all the highs and lows. It is a privilege to view my mahi through your lens 🤍
Beautiful Ruby on her wedding day 🤍
Wearing a reworked vintage silk mini.
A very special project, this dress was my first re-work collaboration with @lovejamesstore
To complete the look, we made Ruby a custom, extra long silk scarf, with curved hem, hand embroidered with the names of her Grandmothers on both sides.
Arohanui Ruby, you were a dream to work with and I’m so honoured to have been a small part of such a special day in your life 🤍
Love letters from the studio & Te Tai Tokerau 🤍
1. Mum’s wedding dress drying in the sun. Captured by my love @jo3eyb ❤️🩹
2. Custom Corsage using fabric scraps
4. My favourite Darn of winter ‘25
5. Mum’s Wedding Dress, Nana’s Debutante Dress
6. Nana’s Debutante dress drying with a vista
7. Heart in the sand
Attention November/December Brides! Our books are open for end of 2025 brides.
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Cut off for alterations for November/December weddings is the end of August to avoid rush fees. Book your first consult now via the link in bio or contact [email protected]
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Creative Direction and Photography: @_piaphoto
Dress: @lovejamesstore reworked by @re_______studio
Veil: @harriettfalvey
Makeup: @madeupbyruth
