First Step: Reach Out

• Get in Touch!

  We’re here to make your custom or semi-custom dance costume dreams a reality. Let’s discuss your needs and ensure we meet your expectations within your timeline and budget.

  Contact Options:

  📞 Phone Call/Text: (951) 268-4452
  📲 Facebook DM & Video Chat: facebook.com/lonamillersmith
  📷 Instagram DM: instagram.com/lonasmithcreates
  ✉️ Email: [email protected]
  💻 Google Meet Available

  What We’ll Discuss:

  ✔ Your Timeline – When you need your costume
  ✔ Your Budget – Ensuring we align with your financial plan
  ✔ Your Vision – Specific design elements, themes, and details
  ✔ Sizing – Your dancer or performer’s general fit

  💡 Want to preview our pricing structure? Download our sample estimates for free in our store! They offer a clear look at our line-item approach and pricing, just like our Pricing Page.

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Once we’ve discussed your costume details, budget, and timeline, securing your production slot is the next step. Here’s how the deposit and invoicing process works:

Deposit Requirements

• Late-season bookings require a 50% deposit to confirm your order.
• Quotes are valid for 24 hours—the first deposit received secures the timeslot.
• Waitlisted clients may need to pay a higher upfront deposit to lock in availability.

Finalizing Invoices

• Invoices are finalized as of the date they are issued, ensuring accurate material costs.
• Any newly imported fabrics or last-minute changes will be reflected in the final invoice.
• Invoices are typically prepared once the costume is ready for fitting, ensuring a precise breakdown.

Scheduling & Timeline Considerations

• Early-bird clients booking in January or well in advance won’t receive an initial invoice or estimate right away—pricing is finalized closer to production.
• Some customers book as early as January for production scheduled between September–January.
• We work within your budget and timeline to create the best possible costume.

Preview Our Pricing Approach

• Download our sample estimates for free in our store to understand our line-item pricing method.
• Open communication ensures we meet your expectations while staying within your budget.

Let us know when you’re ready to proceed—we’ll make the process smooth and transparent!

At this stage, we bring your custom dance costume vision to life with precise planning and material selection.

Design Rendering

We create a generalized design rendering for reference, ensuring we align with your vision. This visual guide helps in selecting fabrics, colors, and embellishments.

Measurements for Dance Costumes

• You’ll receive a password-protected link to our measurements page, where you’ll find detailed instructions on taking accurate measurements for your dancer or competitor.
• Need help? We’re happy to assist via video chat to ensure precision.
• Different costume styles require specific measurements, making accuracy essential for the perfect fit.
• Southern California residents may schedule an in-person fitting for an even more tailored experience.

Procurement of Materials

• As soon as we receive your deposit, we begin sourcing the materials needed to create your masterpiece.
• We prioritize high-quality fabrics and embellishments, carefully selecting each element for the best results.
• Throughout the process, we share options and progress updates with you to ensure everything meets your expectations.

Let us know how you’d like to proceed, and we’ll keep you updated every step of the way!

At this stage, your custom dance costume starts to take shape—from pattern creation to assembly and final fitting adjustments.

Production Process

✔ Custom patterns are created based on your exact measurements.
✔ Fabric pieces are carefully cut and assembled, ensuring precision.
✔ Every detail is crafted to reflect your vision, performance style, and budget.

Fitting Custom Costumes: Local & Remote

For Remote Customers:

📦 Costumes are shipped for fitting.
📲 We schedule a video chat where your performer tries on the costume, and adjustments are pinned as needed.
🔄 You return the costume to us for final refinements.

For Local Customers:

📍 Fittings are conducted in person, scheduled by appointment for direct adjustments.

This step ensures your costume fits flawlessly and moves beautifully on stage.

At this stage, your custom dance costume comes together in its final form, ready to shine on stage!

Finish Assembly

✔ The costume is completed after the fitting, ensuring every adjustment is perfected.
✔ For remote customers, final tweaks are made as soon as we receive the costume back.
✔ Throughout the process, variations arise, and we give you the opportunity to make design choices so the final product is exactly what you envisioned.
✔ Our goal is for you to be thrilled with your handmade costume—just as we are!

Baubles & Rhinestones

✨ Rhinestones and other embellishments are added according to your budget and agreement.
✨ Every decorative element is carefully placed to enhance your costume’s style, movement, and stage presence.

Shipping the Finished Product

📦 For out-of-area customers: The costume ships once the invoice is paid in full.
📍 For local customers: Schedule a pickup appointment, pay the balance, and enjoy a mini photoshoot to capture your stunning new look!

📄 Final Reminder: Be sure to read our agreement terms at checkout or click TERMS to review all details.

Your costume is now ready for its big debut—we can’t wait to see it in action! 

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