ORDERING CUSTOM

Want a custom design you can’t get anywhere else? Have an idea for a unique wedding dress? Want a high quality costume that is made like real clothing? KMKDesigns would love to create your perfect outfit, costume or wedding gown.

You can order custom whether you’re local or not. If you are local to the Twin Cities area you can schedule a consultation here.

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Scroll to the bottom to see examples of our work

Photo by @annatphotography Bride Maddie - Red and black lace gown and gothic headpiece veil designed and created by KMKDesigns

Steps for Custom Ordering:

1. E-mail us at kmkmcclain@gmail.com

2. Send us a sketch or inspirational photo(s) and a description of what you would like.

3. Your name, budget, general size (every body type and size are welcome), and the date you need it by. Include any other information such as fabric, color, or other ideas.

4. We shall then send you a quote and discuss details etc. If needed we can create a sketch, here is a link to purchase a sketch consult “SKETCH” to work out design details.

5. The next step is for you to get us your measurements, as well as basic information from you. At this stage we will require a down payment of 50% of the total cost or that you start a payment plan with us of 5 payments. Construction will not begin until 3 payments or over 60% have been paid, but you will have secured yourself a place in our schedule. With a payment plan, 20% is non-refundable. and once construction has begun all payments are nonrefundable. We do work with people to make adjustments etc. We want to be excited and happy with your finished piece.

7. We often send in progress photos later in the process so that you can see how the garment is progressing. This does not happen in the early stages but farther along the process.

6. Once the garment is complete we will send you photos of the completed garment along with a final invoice.

Sketch Consultation

A *sketch consult* *is $61 for up to 2 designs and 2 revisions with one inked and up to 2 colorways. If you want the original sketch matted and signed once your order is complete you can purchase it for $125.*
**SKETCH CONSULT PURCHASE HERE**
****Sketch consult is not required but recommended for custom designs. If you put down a deposit before purchasing a sketch consult the sketch is complimentary.

PRICING

Bridal $1750-$6500

Cosplay/Costumes $1500-$6500

Jackets & Coats $1200-$3900

Corsets $525-$1500

If you want an existing KMK design tweaked, it generally only a low custom fee between $150-$350 and up

Custom takes 5 months minimum (Rush sometimes available), and some can take up to 8-10 months. Sometimes we have exceptions in our schedule, you are always welcome to ask.

Please look below for examples of our custom work!

We love custom work, and we love creating beautiful one-of-a-kind garments so this is why we offer custom item requests!

FAQ

What kind of custom items can you create?

We love taking on challenging projects and exploring new things. Some of our particular strengths include custom jackets, steampunk outfits, corsets, cosplay,

ballgowns, wedding dresses, and custom knitwear. Further down the page or in our galleries are examples of the kind of things we have created!

Here are some examples of things we will create custom for you:

-Alter one of our own designs from our shop

-An original sketch or design you have come up with

-Cosplay not including heavy prop work

-A new design from KMK based on your ideas and inspiration

-A costume replica from movie, TV show or play

-Custom fetish wear

- Drag Queen outfits

-Bridal Outfits

-Creating outfits for non-binary and trans clients

Here are some examples of what we will not create custom:

-We will not re-create other designer’s designs ( A designer who is selling their designs anywhere)

-Heavy Prop Cosplay or costumes

(We can take inspiration or elements you like to create an original design if you want to include photos of things you like as examples)

*** If you are confused if what you would like created is something we can create custom, don’t be afraid to ask. We respond quickly and are never offended by questions!

How long do things take to make?

Generally, custom items take 5-6 months, but it can be as little as 10 weeks or as long as 1 year depending on the item.

We do have a full schedule so even if your item may not take long to complete please respect that there are clients who ordered before you.

What happens if the costume is complete and the client can’t complete the final payment?

As of 2024 we no longer can hold unpaid costumes indefinitely. If a costume isn’t paid in 2 months after we have contacted you that it’s completed, we will

assume it is an abandoned commission and have the right to sell it to recoup our time in it. No previous payments will be refunded. In specific circumstances, we

will hold the costume longer, but you must contact us immediately if you are unsure you can make the final payment on time for us to consider holding it longer.

Please consider the time, effort, and costs before you contact us for a commission. After 1 month of non-payment, there will be, there will be a $50 late fee

with a $50 late fee added for every 2 weeks past that.

Do you take refunds?

The short answer is no. In specific circumstances, we can do a partial refund, but on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the situation, sometimes we can offer

credit for part of the payment made if it is a situation of a canceled engagement, etc. We are a small business and your deposit is securing your place in our

schedule. We invest time and turn away other potential work once we take your first deposit, so please respect this policy and plan accordingly.

If the client is unsatisfied with a completed commission, how can we fix that?

For fitting issues, these are often easy to address and fix. Before your final garment is complete we also do remote or in-person fitting to help avoid this, but it

does happen. It is often too difficult to fully determine who is at fault, so we ask for patience and help pay for shipping back and forth. We generally always fix fit

issues without extra charge. In situations where your measurements have drastically changed and you didn’t inform us we will have to charge you an alteration fee usually $50-$250.

If for any reason you aren’t fully satisfied with your commission, we will do everything within reason to fix it. We want you to be pleased with what you have

made and walk away happy! Due to the nature of custom, it is possible things can go unexpectedly. To help work through unexpected problems we ask for a

clear explanation of why you aren’t happy and the patience to send it back. We do our best through the process to avoid any miscommunication etc so you have

a good expectation of what you are getting, but sometimes the vision of reality doesn't match. We cannot do full refunds. We have invested time, and money into

fabric and turned other work away to make space for your commission.

Can I provide my own fabric and pattern?

Yes, but we are no longer offering discounts for providing your own fabrics or patterns. Sometimes the types of fabrics may add extra difficulties, or the patterns may need to be reworked.

Is rush an option?

It depends on our schedule. Rush also depends on the item generally for custom anything shorter than 6 weeks.

Rush fees also depend on the item and are generally 15%- 30% of the total item cost as well as a charge for rush shipping that is calculated

depending on location.

What is the pricing of custom?

It depends on the item our shop minimum is $600, which means that any first custom item ordered will be a minimum of $600.

Scroll up on this page for more info or visit our etsy shop for an idea of our non-custom pricing.

Where are you located?

We are located in St. Paul, MN if you are local you can schedule to come in for an in-person consult! Schedule a consult !

Can change an existing KMKDesign or merge 2 together?

Yes! We often have clients who love 2 dresses and want to put both of them together, this is often less expensive than a full gown from scratch.

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