Crafted with passion.

Rooted in family.

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Elle & Stuart began in Melbourne in 2010, inspired by my mum, Ellen Stuart, who taught me not only how to sew, but how to create with confidence, patience and heart.

What started as a small dress boutique in Altona soon evolved into a space focused on craftsmanship, thoughtful alterations and beautifully made garments. As more customers discovered my love for precision fitting and garment transformation, the business naturally grew into specialising in wedding dress alterations.

Over the past 14 years, I’ve altered more than 800 wedding dresses, helping brides feel confident, comfortable and completely themselves on one of the most important days of their lives.

In 2024, my husband and I, along with our fur kids Peaches, Harry and Chippy, relocated to Port Douglas in Far North Queensland, where we now continue the next chapter of Elle & Stuart surrounded by tropical beauty and a slower pace of life.

Today, Elle & Stuart blends boutique craftsmanship with personal service — creating timeless alterations for weddings, special occasions and everyday garments alike.

— Maureen x