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Dressmaker cover letter example

Workshops and alterations shops read the letter to check your technical level and reliability. Keep it short, name the techniques you master and the type of garments you have worked on, and say you are ready for a practical test.

Cover letter example

Replace the parts in brackets with your own details.

Subject: Application: Dressmaker, [Workshop or Shop Name]

Dear [Manager Name],

I hold a CAP Métiers de la mode, vêtement flou, and I would like to join [Workshop or Shop Name] as a dressmaker. I have worked for [x] years in an alterations and made-to-measure shop in [City], where I handle everything from simple hems to adjusting wedding dresses.

My work combines machine sewing on industrial lockstitch and overlocker machines with a large share of hand finishing. I regularly work on silk, lace and chiffon, which require careful cutting and invisible stitching. I also run fittings with clients: pinning, checking the fall of the garment and noting each adjustment so that the second fitting goes quickly.

Your workshop's focus on evening wear and small series matches what I want to develop. I am used to working to deadlines, especially before the wedding season, and I keep my workstation and the client garments organised so nothing is lost or delayed.

I am available for a practical test whenever suits you and can bring photos of my work to an interview.

Kind regards,[First Name Last Name][Phone]

What to highlight

  • Your diploma and option
  • Type of garments and fabrics handled
  • Machines and hand techniques
  • Experience with fittings if relevant
  • Availability for a practical test

Mistakes to avoid

  • A long letter about your love of fashion with no technical detail.
  • Not stating your diploma and option.
  • Forgetting to mention availability for a test.
  • Spelling mistakes, which suggest a lack of care in a precision job.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a cover letter expected for a workshop job?

Smaller workshops sometimes hire after a phone call and a test, but a short letter helps you stand out, especially for luxury houses and costume departments that receive many applications for each position.

Should I attach photos of my work?

Yes, a short PDF with a few clear photos of finished garments and details such as seams, linings and hand finishing is useful. Mention in the letter that it is attached.

How do I apply for a luxury fashion house?

Name the atelier type you target, flou or tailleur, and describe the hand techniques you master precisely. Luxury houses value training and precision over speed, and they often recruit through specialist schools and apprenticeships.

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