ALTERATIONS
Modernize Tailors specializes in suit alterations and garment rebuilding. Whether you have newly purchased clothing that doesn’t fit quite right or your body type has changed, our experienced tailor can assess the fit with affordable solutions.
Alteration List
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Shorten the sleeve from the shoulder
Shorten or lengthen sleeves
Shorten or lengthen the body length
Rehang sleeves
Take in or let out
Replace lining
Lower collar or square the shoulders
Narrow shoulders
Add shoulder pads
Add button holes
Add elbow patches
Add buttons
Reinforce pockets
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Take in or let out the waist
Takin in or let out seat/hip
Lower back waist
Taper legs
Plain hem or original hem
Add suspender buttons
Replace zipper
Add belt loops
Replace lining
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Take in or let out
Shorten sleeves with moving plackets
Slim Sleeves
Convert long sleeve shirt to short sleeve shirt
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Reshape armhole
Take in or let out
Shorten length
Replace lining
Let out by replacing the back lining
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Take in or let out
Remove skirt flare
Plain hem or original hem
Add lining
Replace zipper
Shorten straps
Add hook & eyes
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Mending
Add patches
Replace zipper
Original hem
Take in waist
Taper legs
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Please e-mail us pictures of the garment, fit concerns, and wedding date so we can discuss the complexity of the work. We generally reply within 1-2 working days.