The work, clearly priced
A small change.
Quite a difference.
These are starting prices. Fabric, lining and construction affect the work; we agree on the final price and pickup date before you leave your garment.
01 / Alter & repair
The clothes
you already love.
Most everyday alterations take 7–10 business days after the fitting. We confirm the date when we see the work.
| Work | From |
|---|---|
| Plain trouser hemUnlined trousers; original jean hems quoted separately. | $20 |
| Skirt or dress hemStraight, unlined hem; fuller skirts priced after a fitting. | $30 |
| Trouser waist adjustmentTaken in or let out where the seam allowance permits. | $35 |
| Sleeve shorteningUnlined sleeves without working buttonholes. | $35 |
| Seam repairA short open seam, with sound fabric on either side. | $12 |
| Zip replacementStandard trouser or skirt zip, including a replacement zip. | $30 |
02 / Made to measure
Made for
your everyday.
A shirt that sits comfortably at the shoulder. Trousers with the rise and length you prefer. We start from an established pattern, then adjust it to your measurements.
Allow 6–8 weeks, including a first consultation and two fittings. Standard cloth and fitting adjustments are included; other fabrics are quoted before ordering.
- Shirts
- From $180
- Trousers
- From $260
Good to know before a fitting
What should I bring to a fitting?
Bring the clean garment, the shoes you plan to wear with it and any layers that affect the fit. For a hem, the shoes make a real difference. Allow about 20 minutes for one or two garments.
Can every garment be made bigger?
Only if there is enough cloth inside the seams. We check the construction before suggesting an alteration, and explain when a change would leave marks or alter the shape too much.
Do you take bridal gowns or leather?
We focus on everyday clothing and simple occasion wear. We do not take bridal gowns, heavily beaded pieces or leather; those need specialist equipment and a different fitting schedule.
Is the first fitting charged?
The initial alteration fitting is free. For made-to-measure work, we agree on the total price and a 50% deposit before ordering cloth. The balance is due at pickup.
The right place to start is a fitting.
Bring the garment. We’ll look at the possibilities together.