Ts & Cs

All the garments at Sadie Bosworth Atelier are exclusively handmade from beginning to end at our Cape Town based studio by our talented team. We are a small operation and as such make all garments to order. Please expect a 4 - 8 month lead time for our bridal collections. Our tulle robe collection and veils are also produced in our studio, and should the item you would like to order be out of stock, production takes 2 – 4 weeks.

Our Bijoux accessories are sourced from a number of different suppliers both locally and internationally. We only order small quantities of stock but are able to pre order for you if necessary. Lead time will be communicated on a case by case basis. 

Should you wish to pre order an accessory or enquire about our accessories, please email sadiebosworthatelier@gmailcom

Should Sadie Bosworth Atelier not be able to deliver your Bijoux accessory order due to accidents, severe illness, labour strike, flood, fire or an act of God, the client will be refunded in full. 

All prices are displayed in ZAR. Please get in touch if you would like to pay in a different currency or use our PayPal button to pay with your choice of currency. 

 

RUSH ORDERS

If you have fallen in love with an item on our website and your event is within 4 months, please contact sadiebosworthatelier@gmail.com and we will try and accommodate you if possible. Please note that this will incur a rush fee. 

 

STYLE VARIATIONS

BAROQUE PEARLS

The organic structure of our carefully selected Baroque Pearls makes each heirloom piece truly unique, with infinite variations of vivid colour and shape – making your jewellery collection magnificently one of a kind, just like you.

This is not a fault in the product, as this is a part of our artisanal production choice.

 

NATURAL TURQUOISE & GEMSTONES

The naturally occurring patterns of our carefully hand selected Turquoise and other natural gems make each heirloom piece truly unique, with infinite variations of vivid colours and patterns – each unique piece makes your jewellery collection magnificently one of a kind. 

 

24K BRASS

Our pieces are crafted with 24K Gold Plated Brass, which is selected for its structural integrity, and higher durability over alternatives – ensuring our delicate designs are crafted with as much strength as possible.

 

PRODUCT CARE

To avoid tarnishing and prolong the life of your jewels we recommend keeping them in the box provided. Additionally, to maintain their shine and condition it is recommended that they do not be exposed to chlorine, nail polish removers, body lotions, soaps, perfume, and hairspray

To clean your jewellery, we recommend using a suede cloth. Please do not use water or any other cleaning agents as they can be abrasive and can remove the plating from the jewellery.

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Quotations are valid for 2 weeks.

A 50% non-refundable deposit of the above amount is required before any work on your garment is done.

The remaining amount is required upon delivery of the final garment. No garment will be released until the full amount has been paid.

NB no work can begin on your gown until the deposit has been paid.

Any gown ordered less than 4 months from the due date will incur a 20% rush fee.

It is the clients responsibility to inform the designer from the outset of the due date of the gown. If thischanges in any way please ensure that you communicate this well in advance.

Should the project be terminated at any stage by the client, the client will be charged for the work done upto that point. Should the project be terminated less than 4 weeks before the due date the entire amount willbe due.

Please use your FULL NAME as a reference and send proof of payment to sadiebosworthatelier@gmail.com.

This quote includes fabric unless otherwise stated.

 

YOUR QUOTE

The aforementioned price includes:

1. Introductory consultation at the beginning of the process where designs are discussed and finalised

1.2 Three to five fittings of 1⁄2 and hour each. 1.3 Design of your original garment.

1.4 Pattern making.

1.5 Sewing of the garment, hand work and embroidery .

1.6 One adjustment to compensate for any possible weight fluctuations during the creation process.

2. Price is subject to change in the following cases, and time will be billed at the designers hourly rate over and above the agreed upon rate:

2.1.If the client changes the design to an extent that the pattern must be re made.

2.2. Should there be a need for extra fittings due to design changes by the client these will be billed at R250 for 30 minutes. Should the designer request extra fittings these will be included in the original price.

2.3.If there is any additional detail, lace or beadwork etc that was not agreed upon with the original design.

This will be quoted on at the studio’s hourly rate and be approved by the client.

2.4.If there is a need for more than 2 alterations.

3. The designer has the following responsibilities:

3.1.To ensure that the dress produced looks like the drawing created from discussions with the client.

3.2. To ensure that the product produced is of the highest quality possible.

3.3.To deliver the dress on the date agreed upon by the designer and client.

4. The designer and client must endeavour to communicate clearly and honestly throughout the creative process to avoid any disappointments.

 

OUT OF TOWN BRIDES

Sadie Bosworth Atelier is well practiced in making gowns for clients off their measurements. We are happy to work with brides in other provinces or countries. If you work with us the following applies:

 

5.1. We recommend having your measurements taken by a professional as we cannot take responsibility for errors where incorrect measurements have been provided.

5.2. Garments will be made to fit the measurements provided.

5.3. Where possible, we recommend coming to our studio for your final fitting to ensure that the fit is perfect.

5.4. If you are unable to come for a fitting we recommend ordering your gown well in advance so that you will have time to take the gown to a tailor for any minor alterations that may be necessary. Please budget for extra alterations.

5.5. Please refer to section 6 for courier related information.

 

COURIER

6.1. Purchase prices are exclusive of courier fees, which are paid for by the client.

6.2. It is the clients responsibility to organise and pay for the courier of garments from our studio.

6.3. We strongly recommend that you insure your gown in case of loss or damage.

6.3. We are not liable for damage or loss of garments once they have left our studio.

6.4. If a gown needs to be sent to another country, please note that there will potentially be extra charges such as import duties, VAT etc. These are for the client’s account.

6.5. Please consider that your gown could be held up at customs clearance and factor this into your timeline when ordering your gown.

 

ALTERATIONS TO READY TO WEAR DRESSES

7.1. Alterations are possible but depend on the dress - this will be discussed during the fitting.

7.2. Alterations will be done at an extra charge above that of the purchase price.

7.3. Alteration prices will be quoted after your consultation.

 

SAMPLE SALE

8.1. Our sample sale gowns will be posted on social media and available to view in studio.

8.2. Sample gowns are generally size 8 - 10.

8.3. These gowns have been worn on shoots, but are considered new.

8.4. Any imperfections will be pointed out to you during your fitting.

8.5. We are unable to hold or reserve gowns as sales are on a first come first serve basis.

8.6. Gowns can be altered and customized at an additional cost.