In Bristol's Portuguese tradition of needle-and-thread craftsmanship, Vieiras Fashions has fitted brides, grooms, and generations of families — with skilled hands, honest prices, and wonderful stories along the way.
A full-service tailoring and bridal shop on Metacom Avenue — everything fitted by hand, by an expert.
Alterations and refittings — including consignment and heirloom dresses transformed to fit beautifully. Veils crafted from leftover material on request.
Suit and tuxedo fittings for grooms, groomsmen, and every occasion in between.
Bridesmaid dresses, prom gowns, and special-occasion wear, altered with a designer's eye.
Zippers, hems, and invisible mends — repairs so clean you can't tell anything was ever done.
Carmela Vieira learned her craft the old way — and it shows in every seam. Brides who bought consignment dresses have watched her work make them fit like couture. Customers call her one of the most pleasant people they've worked with, generous with her stories and her skill alike.
Bring your garment in, tell her the occasion, and let decades of experience take it from there.
"Absolutely amazing to work with. My consignment wedding dress fit beautifully in the end — and she made my veil from the leftover material."
Google review"Literally my savior. She altered a bridesmaid dress and it honestly looks better than the original design."
Google review"Fixed the zipper on my winter jacket — you absolutely cannot tell any alteration was done. Reasonable price too."
Google review| Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Calling ahead is recommended for gown fittings.
Call Carmela — bring the garment, the shoes, and the story. She'll take care of the rest.