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Alteration & Restyle

Every garment deserves thoughtful attention.

Thoughtful alterations and creative restyling designed to help every garment fit beautifully and last longer.

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SERVICES

Thoughtful care for every kind of garment.

From everyday wardrobe essentials to garments created for life’s most memorable moments, every piece is approached with precision, care, and an understanding of fit.

Everyday Clothing

Professional alterations for everyday clothing designed to improve fit, comfort, proportion, and longevity.

  1. Pants & Jeans

    Hem adjustments, waist alterations, leg tapering, zipper replacement, and minor repairs.

  2. Dresses & Skirts

    Hem adjustments, waist and bust shaping, strap adjustments, zipper replacement, and overall fit refinement.

  3. Tops & Shirts

    Sleeve, collar, cuff, body, waist, and garment-length adjustments.

  4. Jackets & Coats

    Sleeve, shoulder, lining, body, length, button, and zipper adjustments.

Special Occasion & Performance Wear

Specialized craftsmanship for garments requiring greater structure, movement, detail, and visual presence.

  1. Wedding Attire

    Bridal gowns, reception dresses, bridesmaid dresses, and attire for wedding family members.

  2. Formal Wear

    Evening gowns, cocktail dresses, gala attire, and garments for formal occasions.

  3. Ballroom Competition & Showcase Wear

    Standard competition gowns, Latin competition costumes, and showcase performance wear.

  4. Stage Performance Costumes

    Stage costumes, concert attire, recital outfits, theatrical garments, and showcase apparel.

  5. Creative Restyling

    Reimagining existing or vintage garments through thoughtful changes in silhouette, proportion, detail, and function.

PRICING

Common Alterations & Starting Prices

Everyday Alterations

Hem & Garment Length

Length adjustments are completed with consideration for garment proportion, construction, and the original finish.

Pants Hem
Regular Finish / Original Jeans Hem
$20+ / $25+
Dress or Skirt Hem
Without Lining / With Lining
$25+ / $40+
Shirt or Top Length Adjustment
$25+
Jacket or Coat Length Adjustment
$40+

Fit & Silhouette

Includes taking in, letting out, and refining garment shape through appropriate seams and construction methods.

Pants Waist Adjustment
$30+
Pants Leg Tapering or Reshaping
$35+
Dress Waist Adjustment
Without Lining / With Lining
$35+ / $55+
Dress Bust Adjustment / Combined Bust & Waist Adjustment
Side-Seam Alterations Only
$40+ / $65+
Blazer or Coat Body Adjustment
$50+

Sleeves, Straps & Necklines

Complex cuffs, lace, beading, buttonholes, or internal structure may require an individual quote.

Shirt or T-Shirt Sleeve Shortening
Without Cuff / With Cuff
$20+ / $35+
Blazer Sleeve Adjustment
With Lining or Buttons
$60–$80
Shoulder Strap Adjustment
$20+
Neckline Adjustment
$40+

Zippers & Closures

Standard replacement materials may be included when appropriate. Specialty zippers, buttons, trims, and hardware are quoted separately.

Pants or Regular Dress Zipper Replacement
$25+
Invisible Dress Zipper Replacement
$35+
Heavy-Duty Coat or Outerwear Zipper Replacement
$55+

Minor Mending & Small Repairs

Minor Mending or Small Damage Repair
Suitable for small seam openings, minor tears, loose stitching, and localized damage that can be repaired without major reconstruction.
$20+ per area

Final feasibility and appearance depend on fabric condition, damage location, and available seam allowance.

Special Occasion & Performance Wear

Wedding Attire

Bridal gowns, reception dresses, bridesmaid dresses, and attire for wedding family members.

Multi-Layer Wedding Gown Hem
$150+
Wedding Gown Take In or Let Out
$120+
Wedding Gown Bustle Design
$50+
Bridesmaid, Reception, or Wedding Family Attire
$60+

Formal Wear

Evening gowns, cocktail dresses, gala attire, and garments with structured internal construction.

Evening Gown or Prom Dress Hem
$60+
Cocktail Dress Alteration
$45+
Structured Formal Gown with Boning
$80+

Ballroom Competition & Showcase Wear

Starting from $100

Standard competition gowns, Latin competition costumes, and showcase performance wear.

Work may include:

  • Bodysuit adjustment
  • Fringe reattachment
  • Trim repair
  • Rhinestone preservation
  • Fit and length adjustment

Stage Performance Costumes

Stage performances, concerts, recitals, theatrical productions, and showcase garments.

Stage or Concert Costume Alteration
$50+
Theatrical or School Showcase Outfit
$40+

Creative Restyling

Starting from $120

One-of-a-kind redesigns involving changes to silhouette, proportion, detail, or garment function.

Pricing & Material Notes

The prices shown are starting rates for standard fabrics and straightforward construction. Final pricing depends on garment structure, fabric, finishing details, required materials, and actual workmanship.

Silk, cashmere, leather, lace, heavily beaded fabrics, delicate trims, and complex construction may incur an additional complexity fee, generally 30%–50% of the base labor rate.

A personalized quote will be provided after garment inspection or fitting.

Fitting Notes

Please bring the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear with wedding gowns, formal dresses, ballroom costumes, and performance garments. These items are essential for accurately determining length, proportion, and fit.

Existing loose stones, beads, sequins, fringe, or damaged trims will be documented at intake. Replacement and decorative repair are quoted separately.

Rush Service

Rush service may be available for an additional fee, depending on schedule, garment complexity, and required completion date.

PROCESS

How It Works

A thoughtful, transparent process designed around the garment, the fit, and the result you hope to achieve.

  1. Consultation

    Tell us about the garment, the fit issue, and the result you hope to achieve. Photos and basic information may be shared before the in-person appointment.

  2. Fitting & Assessment

    Bring the garment for an in-person fitting. We will review the fit, construction, fabric, and available alteration options.

    For formal and performance garments, please bring the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear.

  3. Quote & Alteration

    A personalized quote and recommended alteration plan will be provided before work begins. Once approved, the garment will be carefully altered according to the agreed plan.

  4. Final Fitting & Pickup

    Try on the completed garment to confirm the fit and overall result. Any necessary final refinements will be discussed before the garment is collected.

EXPERTISE

More than alteration—an understanding of design, fit, and construction.

Every garment is approached as a complete design. Fit, proportion, construction, movement, and the original character of the garment are carefully considered before any alteration begins.

Led by Evianna, a fashion designer and former university apparel design instructor with professional experience in garment design, construction, pattern development, and fit.

  1. Design & Construction Expertise

    Every alteration is guided by an understanding of garment construction, pattern, proportion, and craftsmanship—not simply sewing techniques.

  2. Thoughtful Fit

    The goal is not simply to make a garment smaller or shorter, but to improve how it fits, moves, and complements the wearer.

  3. Respect for the Original Design

    Whenever possible, original details, construction, balance, and craftsmanship are carefully preserved.

  4. Personal & Transparent Service

    Every garment receives an individual assessment, with a recommended alteration plan and personalized quotation before work begins.

CONTACT

Let's Begin with Your Garment.

Whether it's an everyday favorite, a wedding gown, a ballroom competition dress, or a meaningful garment, we'd love to explore the best solution with you.

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Clothing carries memories. Thoughtful craftsmanship helps them last longer.