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About

Merike Klaas Designs is a wedding attire studio located in Hamilton, Ontario. This shop specializes in designing custom wedding gowns to bring each client’s dreams to life. Owner Merike Laigna has been designing garments since 1988 and uses the highest quality materials and techniques in each gown.

Services Offered

Merike Klaas Designs has a detailed, thorough process of creating custom wedding dresses. Your experience begins with a consultation where you can share your inspiration for your one-of-a-kind gown. Merike will incorporate your budget, materials, and personal style into creating your garment. She is happy to help you search for the ideal fabric to use in your design. After she draws a custom pattern, she provides fittings, ensuring your dress fits you like a glove. Whether you envision a classic design with intricate lace or a modern silhouette made of silk, Merike is happy to curate your memorable dress.

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Frequently asked questions

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Mother of the bride
Mother of the groom

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments only

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal belts
Bridal gowns
Customary attire
Dress replicas
Formal gowns
Hair accessories
Jewellery
Sample gowns
Veils

Which wedding dress designers do you carry in-store?

Merike Klaas Designs

Which bridesmaid dress designers do you carry in-store?

Merike Klaas Designs

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

Less than 6 months

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Annually

What is your return policy?

Final sale

Please select the price ranges for full-priced wedding gowns that can be regularly purchased in your store:

$1000 - $2499
$2500 - $3999

How do you price dress alterations?

By piece

Reviews for Merike Klaas Designs

J
Jill Sent on 18/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Fit!

Merike came recommended to me by the store I bought my wedding dress from to help make it fit better. I am rather short with a large bust so finding a wedding dress that fit my proportions was hard. Merike is an incredibly talented and skilled seamstress. Once she was done with my dress alterations, it fit perfectly like a custom dress would. She is so detailed oriented and was even able to design a custom bustle into my dress that kept the shape of the dress and didn't look like it was bustled. Merike was organized and very professional, I would recommend her!
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51 Trenholme crescent L8W2L5 Hamilton (Ontario)

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