Alterations and Custom Design

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT HERE

(but please read the information below first to determine, if you need an Alterations Fitting, A Tailoring Fitting, or a Custom Fitting)

Appointments are necessary for all alterations that require a fitting, which is needed for any changes to the fit of a garment including length.

If you don't see any available appointments it means we are fully booked. You can call us at 706.316.2067 to get on the waiting list in case we get any cancellations.

We offer a wide variety of alterations, repair, and sewing services, from basic hemming of pants to formal dress alterations, custom design, and tailoring.

Repairs can be handled as a drop-off (no fitting needed) anytime during store hours. Repair drop-offs have a 2-3 week turnaround time. If you need the repair completed sooner, please book an alterations appointment (link above).

Please make an appointment if your drop-off requires work beyond a simple repair.

ESTIMATES AND SERVICES WE OFFER

MENSWEAR AND SUITING ALTERATIONS

For all menswear, please book a TAILORING APPOINTMENT to work with our menswear specialist. Prices for basic menswear alterations are comparable with alteration prices listed above.

TAILORING

We currently have a trained tailor in residence, who is offering to create a custom suit and other menswear items for you. More information about this service and pricing HERE.

CUSTOM ALTERATION AND CONSTRUCTION

For custom made womenswear, reconstruction of vintage and heritage clothing, taking in a garment by more than two sizes, and making a garment larger by adding fabric, please book a CUSTOM FITTING. Turn-around time is based on project.

SORRY, WE DO NOT OFFER ALTERATIONS ON WEDDING DRESSES.

BASIC ALTERATIONS AND REPAIRS:

Please note that these are estimates and we are only able to offer a final price during your appointment & prices are subject to change (Last updated 05/01/24).

Our turn-around time for basic alterations is 7 days ( Please limit your alteration items to 5 per appointment.). This excludes (but not limited to) some alterations to formal wear, jackets, suits, and high-end designer clothing, which require a 14 day turn-around time. Any alteration that requires adding additional fabric to make an item larger, and custom items created from scratch, we consider a custom design. Please choose Custom Fitting rather than Alterations Fitting when booking your appointment.

If you need an alteration to be completed in a shorter period of time, we will try to accommodate requests for a rush fee, which depends on the cost of the alteration and how quickly you will need it completed. Please understand that rushed alterations may not be available if we are fully booked.

PANTS:

HEM: Starts at $28

HEM WITH LINING: Starts at $44

TAKING IN: Starts at $26.50

Letting out pants where there is enough fabric in the seam is a basic alteration. If we need to add any additional fabric to make the pants larger, it is considered a custom alteration (please book Custom Fitting).

CASUAL SKIRT:

HEM: Starts at $28

Each extra layer (lining) add $13

TAKE IN WAIST: Starts at $26.50

Easy darts start at $15

Each extra layer (lining) add $10

Letting out a skirt where there is enough fabric in the seam is a basic alteration. If we need to add any additional fabric to make the skirt larger, it is considered a custom alteration (please book Custom Fitting).

CASUAL DRESS:

HEM: Starts at $28

Each extra layer (lining) add $15

TAKE IN SIDES UP TO 2 SIZES: Starts at $24

HEM SLEEVES: Starts at $22

ADD 2 DARTS: Starts at $22

SHORTEN STRAPS: Starts at $15

TAKE UP SHOULDERS: Starts at $35

CHANGE NECKLINE: Starts at $28

Letting out a dress where there is enough fabric in the seam is a basic alteration. If we need to add any additional fabric to make the dress larger, it is considered a custom alteration (please book Custom Fitting).

PRESS & STEAM (no silk, no wedding dresses)

Starts at $7 price increases with volume and material

ADVANCED ALTERATIONS:

FORMAL DRESS

*Beading + sequins cost extra depending on construction*

HEM: starts at $55

Each layer add $20

TAKE IN SIDES: Starts at $45

TAKE UP STRAPS: Starts at $21 for 2 straps