At Atelier Yvicor we transform garments you no longer wear into pieces with a new life. Upcycling allows a garment to be rethought: changing its silhouette, incorporating fabrics or adapting it to another use according to the material available. We explain these possibilities in more detail in what upcycling is and why it's changing the way we understand fashion.
Whether it's a dress you no longer wear, inherited clothing with emotional weight, or a vintage piece you want to update, we study each garment individually to see which transformation makes the most sense.
Transformation and upcycling services
- Dress transformation (long to short, silhouette changes).
- Updating vintage garments.
- Adapting inherited clothing.
- Incorporating new fabrics into existing garments.
- Transforming wedding dresses into other garments.
- Reinventing party wear as everyday clothing.
A process designed for each garment
Before proposing any transformation, we study the fabric, structure, and condition of the garment to establish which changes are technically feasible. You can read our guide before bringing your garment to the atelier, so you arrive at the first appointment with clearer ideas. Then we agree on the changes and choose how to unpick, cut and rejoin the areas being altered. We check the finish to integrate the changes into the garment.
📖 Not sure whether your garment is worth transforming? In which garments are worth transforming we give you a few pointers.
Garments with history
Some of the most meaningful transformations are those of inherited garments: a mother's or grandmother's dress adapted to be worn again today, as we describe in your mother's wedding dress. In these cases, we decide with you which details to keep and which changes will allow the garment to be worn again.
A more conscious way to dress
Transforming a garment allows its fabric and details to keep being used. We assess the change for its feasibility, cost and the use the finished piece will have, as well as its sentimental value to you.
Who this service is for
- Anyone with garments they no longer wear but don't want to discard.
- Anyone wanting to give new life to inherited or sentimental clothing.
- Vintage fashion lovers who want to update their pieces.
- Anyone who prefers reinventing over buying new.
Clothing transformation in Barcelona and the surrounding area
From Sant Feliu de Codines, we welcome enquiries from Barcelona and nearby towns. We organise the garment assessment and fittings according to the transformation you need.
The actual garment is the starting point
Before cutting, we check the fabric's strength, seams, lining and usable material. We discuss which details must be kept and the alternatives within your budget. A garment may allow a change of length without allowing a complete reconstruction; the assessment helps define that limit.
Frequently asked questions
Which garments usually transform best?
Dresses, shirts, coats, and garments with quality fabrics usually give the best results. The potential for transformation depends more on the condition of the fabric than the age of the garment.
Can I bring a garment with stains or some damage?
Yes, bring it anyway. At the first appointment, we assess whether the damage affects the feasibility of the transformation or can be concealed or removed as part of the process.
How much does it cost to transform a garment?
It depends on how complex the change is: shortening a dress isn't the same as rebuilding its entire structure. We give you a clear quote after seeing the garment and discussing your ideas.
Can I ask for a few ideas before deciding?
Of course. At the first appointment we usually put forward more than one option, so you can choose the one that best fits what you have in mind.
Let's examine the garment you want to transform
Send photographs of the whole garment and the details you want to preserve. Tell us the new use you have in mind and whether there are stains or fragile areas so we can prepare the assessment.